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Florence-Darlington Technical College, popularly referred to as FDTC, is a community college located in Florence, South Carolina. It is under the South Carolina Technical College System, and is known to the locals as “Harvard by the Highway”. Apart from the main campus in Florence, the college also offers classes in the following satellite sites:
Florence-Darlington Technical College offers associate’s degrees, diplomas, and certificates in various areas of study. Students can enroll for courses in arts, science, automotive technology, accounting, civil engineering, computer science, cosmetology, international business, nursing, and health and human services, among others.
Florence-Darlington Technical College fields sports teams in men’s baseball, and women’s fast pitch softball. They are members of the Junior College Athletic Association, and are nicknamed the Stingers.
Florence Darlington is in Florence, SC. Florence is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Florence Darlington issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include production trades.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 3,956 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Florence Darlington Technical College
2715 W. Lucas Street
Florence, SC 29501-0548
General Phone: (843) 661-8324
http://WWW.FDTC.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 185 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 97 | radiation therapist, surgical tech, medical assistant, dental hygienist, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, medical lab tech, electroencephalographic tech |
| Mechanics and Repair | 62 | HVAC, diesel mechanics, automobile mechanics, autobody repair |
| Business and Management | 60 | accounting, entrepreneurship, sales and marketing, international business |
| Production Trades | 51 | welding, machinist |
| Family and Social Work | 40 | social work, child care provider |
| Liberal Arts | 36 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Engineering Technician | 29 | electronics tech, mechanical drafting, civil engineering tech, electromechanical tech |
| Medicine | 20 | health professions, gerontology |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 19 | cosmetology, manicurist |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 17 | criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 16 | data processing tech, computer support |
| Medical Administration | 14 | medical records tech, medical transcription |
| Law | 10 | legal assistant |
| Office and Administration | 6 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Therapy and Counseling | 1 | physical therapist assistant |
| Education and Teaching | 0 | technical teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Florence Darlington in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 376 | 27 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 156 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 131 | 19 |
In 2007-2008, Florence Darlington had a total enrollment of 3,956 students (3,169 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 49% |
| Black | 46% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 98% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Florence, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,452 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,286 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,056 |
Financial Aid:
Florence Darlington participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 399000)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 51 | $49,947 | 52 | $49,141 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 51 | $49,947 | 52 | $49,141 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Tech/Tech
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Florence Darlington Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library
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