Erskine has around 984 students (Fall 2023), of which approximately 854 are undergraduates and 130 postgraduate/seminary students. Faculty comprises about 33 full-time and 50 part-time professors.

Erskine is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At one point it was on “warning” status, but as of January 2025, its accreditation was reaffirmed with all sanctions removed.

For the seminary (graduate theological programs), international students must meet the guidelines set by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). They must submit required materials (application, transcripts, references, essay, etc.), prove financial responsibility, meet English proficiency requirements (TOEFL or equivalent), and once accepted must be enrolled full-time to maintain F-1 visa status.

• A completed application with requisite supporting documents. • Proof of financial resources sufficient for first year. • Transcripts and references. • English proficiency (TOEFL with minimum scores, or equivalent).

Yes. For example, graduate/advanced students (such as ThM, DMin) who do not remain continuously enrolled may be suspended; those wishing to return must submit a written request and possibly a full application depending on the time away.

Erskine was ranked the safest college campus in South Carolina by Niche in October 2024.

• The campus is patrolled by Erskine College Police Department (ECPD) and a Civilian Patrol Team (CPT).  • Buildings: residence halls are secured 24/7 via key card; non-residential buildings locked outside hours; electronic locks and cameras being upgraded.  • Escort services in evening hours: students, staff can request to be escorted from buildings to vehicles. 

Yes. For example, in 2019, there were ~80 safety-related incidents involving students (on and off campus) among ~912 students. Disciplinary actions and arrests for minor violations (possession, etc.) were part of these.

Erskine offers liberal arts undergraduate degrees and a graduate theological seminary with degrees such as MDiv, MATS, MAPM, ThM, DMin, etc.

Non-native English speakers must take TOEFL (or equivalent), meeting minimum scores (for example, iBT 80 or equivalent) for acceptance. Foreign transcripts typically require evaluation (e.g. via WES).

Students must be enrolled full-time (as required for F-1 status, if applicable), maintain academic standing, and submit required documents timely (transcripts, references, etc.). Some programs require continuous enrollment, failing which students may be suspended and must apply for readmission.

Yes. International students with F-1 status may participate in on-campus work study, provided they are full-time, in good academic standing, etc. They typically work 5-10 hours per week, up to 20.

Seminary applicants must present proof of financial responsibility for at least their first full year of study, enough to cover tuition, fees, room & board, transportation, medical, etc., before receiving I-20 and enrolling.

Publicly, Erskine seems to have limited info about large scholarship programs specifically for international undergraduates. International students may apply for work study, but for major merit or needs-based scholarships, it would be best to contact the admissions/financial aid office directly.

Erskine College is in Due West, South Carolina, in a rural area. Campus is small and scenic.

Residence halls are secured 24/7 with key card access. Buildings are locked outside of business hours. Electronic locks and camera surveillance are used.

Yes: students, faculty, and staff can request escorts via non-emergency dispatch, especially during evening hours.

Yes. International students applying to Erskine Theological Seminary may receive a Form I-20A-B once all admission requirements, proof of finances, and English proficiency are met.

The seminary requires a TOEFL iBT score of at least 80, or equivalent, or other accepted test (or equivalent English language documentation).

Yes. Maintaining F-1 status requires full-time enrollment, and work outside campus or off-term may require authorization. Erskine Seminary follows USCIS rules regarding work, visa status, etc.