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Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College, also known as OC Tech, is located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, United States. It was established in the year 1968. The campus consists of more than 15 buildings spread across an area of 100 acres. OC Tech offers various associate degrees, certificate programs, and diplomas in several fields of study including arts, science, general business, and computer science, among others. Several career training and development courses are also available in this institution.
OC Tech maintains an active student life. They offer more than 10 student-run clubs and organizations. Some of them are the Creative Writing Club, Future Practical Nurses’ Club, The International Club, The Organization of Associate Degree Student Nurses, and Phi Beta Lambda.
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College is located in Orangeburg, SC (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in office and administration, family and social work, and mechanics and repair.
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College is an open-admission school.
The school had 2,399 enrolled students in 2007.
More complete details are provided below.
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
3250 Saint Matthews Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118-8299
General Phone: (803) 536-0311
http://www.octech.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 107 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support And Technology | 85 | medical lab assistant, respiratory care tech, radiation therapist, medical lab tech, dental hygienist, health diagnostic professions |
| Mechanics And Repair | 80 | automobile mechanics, industrial electronics tech, diesel mechanics, industrial mechanics |
| Family And Social Work | 74 | child care management, child care provider |
| Office And Administration | 37 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 36 | data processing tech, computer support |
| Engineering Technician | 34 | mechanical drafting, electronics tech, instrumentation tech |
| Business And Management | 24 | accounting, business |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 17 | criminal justice and safety |
| Liberal Arts | 16 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences |
| Production Trades | 16 | welding, machinist |
| Law | 14 | legal assistant |
| Therapy And Counseling | 3 | physical therapist assistant |
| Medicine | 2 | health professions |
| Medical Administration | 1 | medical records tech |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 0 | forest technology |
| Education And Teaching | 0 | technical teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 258 | 22 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 227 | 21 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 61 | 4 |
In 2007, Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College had a total enrollment of 2,399 students (1,600 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 38% |
| Black | 59% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 97% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 39 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Orangeburg, 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 | $ 3,528 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,464 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 681500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 30 | 54 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 30 | $42,979 | 54 | $43,922 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 30 | $42,979 | 54 | $43,922 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forest Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
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 Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for open-admission colleges) | 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 Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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