Coker is a student-centered, comprehensive college whose goal is to prepare undergraduates for personal and professional success through a four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom.
An active, student-centered and integrated campus community is crucial to the mission of Coker College and Student Services. To achieve this goal, a comprehensive program of activities and services is provided which promotes students success and which facilitates their intellectual, cultural, moral, and social growth. It is a primary goal that Coker College provide a challenging yet supportive environment in order that students can develop and achieve their potential and help them prepare for life after college.