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The campus of Tri - County Technical College is in Pendleton, South Carolina, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Tri - County Technical College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in office and administration and production trades.
Its open admissions system makes Tri - County Technical College an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2005, the school had 4,645 students enrolled (3,202 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Tri - County Technical College
7900 U.S. Hwy 76
Pendleton, SC 29670
General Phone: (864) 646-1500
Admissions Phone: (864) 646-1550
Financial Aid Phone: (864) 646-1650
http://www.tctc.edu
Tri - County Technical College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 121 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Medical Support And Technology | 113 | medical lab assistant, surgical tech, respiratory care tech, veterinary assistant, dental assistant, medical assistant, medical lab tech |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 97 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Business And Management | 83 | business management, sales and marketing, accounting |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 69 | data processing tech |
| Office And Administration | 68 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Mechanics And Repair | 64 | industrial electronics tech, industrial mechanics, HVAC |
| Production Trades | 54 | welding, machinist |
| Engineering Technician | 48 | engineering technology, electronics tech, industrial production tech, mechanical drafting, quality control tech, electrical/electronic tech |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 42 | criminal justice and safety |
| Media | 22 | radio and TV tech |
| Family And Social Work | 20 | child care provider |
| Education And Teaching | 0 | technical teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Tri - County Technical College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 470 | 20 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 212 | 15 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 119 | 8 |
In 2005, Tri - County Technical College had a total enrollment of 4,645 students (3,202 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 16% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 95% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pendleton, 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.
Admissions Phone Number: (864) 646-1550
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,024 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,084 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Tri - County Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 492600)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (864) 646-1650
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 46 | $40,604 | 51 | $38,669 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 46 | $40,604 | 51 | $38,669 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technology, General
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Quality Control Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
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
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
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 Tri - County Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% |  |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in media (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Has ROTC (army, air force)
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