The path to higher education is flexible, accessible and affordable
at one of South Carolina’s 16 technical colleges.

There are many reasons to start your higher education path at one of South Carolina’s 16 technical colleges.

 

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Programs

Flexible.

Our colleges offer a wide variety of programs in South Carolina’s high-demand, high-paying fields. With 78 degrees, 28 diplomas and nearly 1,000 certificate programs offered across the state, your possibilities are endless. In addition, our colleges offer in-person, virtual, online, and hybrid course formats that are flexible and designed to meet you where you are in life.

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Minutes

Accessible.

Our colleges are geographically accessible across South Carolina, with one of our 16 main campuses or 64 satellite campuses no more than a 30-minute drive from you. This accessibility allows you to achieve your higher education dreams while remaining local.

93%

Job Placement

Affordable.

Our colleges are very affordable. The average annual tuition at one of our colleges is about 37% that of a four-year institution. In addition, our colleges offer a high return on investment with 93% of our graduates either employed in a job related to their education or successfully continuing their education.

 

Whether you are a high school student who wants to get a jump on a college degree or a career or a recent graduate who ultimately wants to transfer to a four-year college or university. You may be looking to stay at home and conveniently complete an online degree or program. No matter what your ultimate higher education goals may be – South Carolina’s technical colleges can get you there!

And the path is flexible, accessible and affordable. So, what are you waiting for?

TOP TEN PROGRAMS

1. Nursing

Median Salary: $63,897

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 19%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 3,130

2. Data Processing

Median Salary: $78,270

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 14%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 90

3. Business Administration

Median Salary: $89,280

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 13%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 320

4. Criminal Justice

Median Salary: $40,770

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 7%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 880

5. Culinary Arts

Median Salary: $38,460

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 21%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 600

6. Accounting

Median Salary: $58,640

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 13%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 1,780

7. Public Administration / Social Services

Median Salary: $58,800

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 18%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 130

8. Mechatronics

Average Salary: $68,140

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 12%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 60

9. Information Technology

Median Salary: $76,370

Projected 10-Year Job Growth: 14%

Projected Annual Job Openings: 500

10. Transfer Programs

Our colleges offer students many paths for transfer through individual agreements with partnering institutions.

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Dual Enrollment

South Carolina’s 16 technical colleges provide high schoolers with quality, advanced-level coursework that meets college accreditation requirements and competitive industry standards. Students can choose from general education courses designed for transfer to a two- or four-year university or technical courses that lead to certificates, diplomas or degrees in high-demand fields.

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18,370
dually enrolled in 2023-24
827
different course offerings in 2023-24

Transfer Programs

The System’s transfer programs smoothly transition students from any of our 16 technical colleges to the four-year South Carolina college or university of their choice. We have agreements in place with most colleges and universities in the state, allowing students to achieve their educational ambitions in a timely and affordable manner.

How Transfer Works
  • Enroll in one of our transfer degree programs, bridge programs or in a specific transfer pathway. Our colleges’ advisers and admissions counselors will help you decide which is right for you and will work with you to select the appropriate courses.
  • Complete the coursework with a grade of “C” or better in each required course.
  • Seamlessly transfer to your chosen college or university and have your general education requirements completed. All courses transferred will be applied toward attaining your desired baccalaureate degree.

Transfer programs create access to four-year colleges and universities for technical graduates and help keep college affordable, allowing students to achieve their educational goals without adding financial burden. It is an integral part of our mission.

Our colleges offer students many paths for transfer through individual agreements with partnering institutions. These include program specific as well as general transfer agreements. A comprehensive listing is available at www.sctrac.org.

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Systemwide transfer agreements

Online Learning

Online learning is a convenient, flexible and accessible college option. For some students, online learning makes otherwise inaccessible degree programs available and affordable. In addition, it often provides the much-needed flexibility to meet a busy and demanding life.

The Benefits of Online Learning
    ✓ Geography is not a factor.
    ✓ Flexibility to set your own schedule.
    ✓ No transportation needed.
    ✓ Go at your own speed.
    ✓ Balance other responsibilities.
    ✓ Varied level of interaction.
    ✓ Enhance your technical skills.

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