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The Technical College of the Lowcountry was originally established as the Mather School in 1868. In 1970, the school was renamed the Beaufort Regional Training Center, which became the Beaufort Technical College 9 years later. It received its current name in 1988. The main campus of TCL is located in Beaufort, South Carolina. The college also operates the Hampton Campus and the New River Campus.
The Technical College of the Lowcountry offers a large number of associate’s degrees in arts, science, technology and nursing. Students can choose from courses in the fields of arts, humanities, social science, civil engineering technology, science, cosmetology, education and health sciences, among others.
A wide variety of clubs and organizations are sponsored by TCL. Students are involved in associations like the TCL Future Entrepreneurship Club, the Great Radiological Technicians in the South (G.R.I.T.S), the Student Nurses Association, the TCL Future Entrepreneurship Club and the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society-Alpha Lambda Beta Chapter.
Technical College Of The Lowcountry is found in Beaufort, SC. Beaufort is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Technical College Of The Lowcountry.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Technical College Of The Lowcountry is known for its programs in engineering technician, family and social work, and mechanics and repair.
The school accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
Students numbered 1,893 in 2007-2008 at Technical College Of The Lowcountry.
More complete details are provided below.
Technical College Of The Lowcountry
921 Ribaut Road
Beaufort, SC 29901-1288
General Phone: (800) 768-8252
http://www.tcl.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 72 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Mechanics and Repair | 51 | HVAC, industrial electronics tech |
| Engineering Technician | 35 | electrical/electronic tech, mechanical drafting, civil engineering tech, construction engineering tech |
| Liberal Arts | 30 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 24 | radiation therapist, surgical tech, pharmacy tech |
| Business and Management | 23 | business, accounting, business management |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 12 | cosmetology |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | child care provider, child care management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 11 | physical therapist assistant |
| Law | 8 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 7 | criminal justice and safety |
| Office and Administration | 5 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 | data processing tech |
| Medical Administration | 2 | medical secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Technical College Of The Lowcountry in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 148 | 15 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 107 | 15 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 39 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Technical College Of The Lowcountry had a total enrollment of 1,893 students (1,348 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 43% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 40 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Beaufort, 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 | $ 3,270 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,182 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,150 |
Financial Aid:
Technical College Of The Lowcountry participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 991000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 19 | 29 |
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 | 19 | $50,356 | 29 | $49,449 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 19 | $50,356 | 29 | $49,449 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
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
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Technical College Of The Lowcountry Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
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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