The Darla Moore School of Business traces its roots to 1919, when the University of South Carolina established its School of Commerce; it was renamed in 1998 in honor of alumna and financier Darla Moore after her landmark gift. The school is best known for international business, consistently ranking No. 1 in U.S. News for undergraduate and graduate international business programs, and it also holds strong positions in supply chain, risk management and insurance, and marketing.
Students experience a rigorous, globally focused curriculum housed in a modern Columbia campus facility, with strong emphasis on study abroad, language integration, and experiential learning. Programs such as the International MBA, Professional MBA, and the undergraduate Honors/Global Business tracks draw ambitious students, while Southern hospitality, SEC athletics, and an active student organization scene shape campus life. Close ties with Fortune 500 employers and the Southeast business community yield strong recruiting and internship pipelines.
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Columbia, South Carolina |
| Founded | 1919 |
| Total students | 5,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 22:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 64% |
| Graduation rate | 78% |
| Average starting salary | $62,000 |
| In-state tuition | $13,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $35,000 |
| Room & board | $12,500 |
| Average financial aid | $13,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
| SAT range | 1230-1400 |
| ACT range | 27-32 |
| Average GPA | 4.5 |
| Regular deadline | December 1 |
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