Wofford College

Wofford College is a private institution that was founded in 1854. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,823 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 170 acres. It utilizes a 4-1-4-based academic calendar. Wofford College's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is National Liberal Arts Colleges, #59. Its tuition and fees are $54,100.

Wofford College is a United Methodist-affiliated school that welcomes students of all faiths and beliefs. Located in the city of Spartanburg, South Carolina, Wofford is situated on 170 tree-lined acres that have been designated as an arboretum. Since 1992, nearly 5,000 trees have been planted throughout the campus. Students admitted to the college are given the choice of more than 50 majors and minors, as well as numerous student organizations. Greek life is very prevalent on campus, with 14 chapters and more than 40 percent of the student body participating in a fraternity or sorority. Though students have the opportunity to live off campus, more than 90 percent of the student body decides to live on campus during their college careers. Wofford's athletic teams, known as the Terriers, compete in the Southern Conference in the NCAA Division I. Wofford has 18 men's and women's varsity programs.

Wofford College practices a 4-1-4 semester schedule, with a four-month fall semester and a four-month spring semester. The college offers an Interim period in January that allows students to concentrate on a single study project of their choosing. The intent is to move beyond the classroom structure and observe issues in action. Wofford prides itself on returning students each year, and the college boasts one of the highest freshman retention rates among national liberal arts colleges. Notable alumni of the college include Wendi Nix, an ESPN anchor; former Sen. Olin D. Johnston of South Carolina; and Jerry Richardson, owner of the NFL's Carolina Panthers.