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Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

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.

Overview of Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

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.

Areas of Study

The school is known for its programs in office and administration, family and social work, and mechanics and repair.

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Selectivity

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College is an open-admission school.

Student Body

The school had 2,399 enrolled students in 2007.

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
3250 Saint Matthews Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118-8299
General Phone: (803) 536-0311
http://www.octech.edu

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Nursing And Emergency Medicine107registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, EMT paramedic
Medical Support And Technology85medical lab assistant, respiratory care tech, radiation therapist, medical lab tech, dental hygienist, health diagnostic professions
Mechanics And Repair80automobile mechanics, industrial electronics tech, diesel mechanics, industrial mechanics
Family And Social Work74child care management, child care provider
Office And Administration37administrative assistant, general office occupations
Computer Science And Engineering36data processing tech, computer support
Engineering Technician34mechanical drafting, electronics tech, instrumentation tech
Business And Management24accounting, business
Security And Law Enforcement17criminal justice and safety
Liberal Arts16interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences
Production Trades16welding, machinist
Law14legal assistant
Therapy And Counseling3physical therapist assistant
Medicine2health professions
Medical Administration1medical records tech
Conservation And Resource Management0forest technology
Education And Teaching0technical teaching

Number of programs and degrees for Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree25822
Award of less than 1 academic year22721
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years614

Student Body

In 2007, Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College had a total enrollment of 2,399 students (1,600 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White38%
Black59%
Hispanic0%
Asian0%
American Indian0%
Unknown2%
(Foreign Students)0%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 188%
18-1923%
20-2116%
22-2413%
25-2914%
30-349%
35-396%
40-498%
50-643%
65+0%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
South Carolina97%
Florida1%

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time52 %
Part-Time39 %

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Room and Board (2007)

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.

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
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)

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track3054

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankacademic year30$42,97954$43,922
All faculty totalacademic year30$42,97954$43,922

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Degree Programs (2007)

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

LAW
Legal Assistant/Paralegal

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

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapist Assistant

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Female % of student body
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 5%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Female % of student body
% of degrees in family and social work
(vs. all colleges)
Top 6%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College % of degrees in family and social work
% of degrees in computer science and engineering
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 10%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College % of degrees in computer science and engineering
Number of degree programs
(for open-admission colleges)
Top 14%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Number of degree programs
% of degrees in mechanics and repair
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 15%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College % of degrees in mechanics and repair
Minority % of student body
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 15%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Minority % of student body
% of degrees in office and administration
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 18%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College % of degrees in office and administration
Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
(for open-admission colleges)
Top 19%Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
Explanation of the Highlights categories

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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