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Tri-County Technical College is an independent, non-profit organization located in the westernmost tip of North Carolina. It was chartered in 1982. The college is a member of the North Carolina Community College System. The college offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. It also offers adult education and vocational training courses.
Tri-County Technical College’s athletics department sponsors both men’s and women’s sports teams, which are known as the Hawks. They participate in the NJCAA Division I. The Tri-County Communicator is the student newspaper of the college.
Pendleton, SC is home to Tri County Technical College. Pendleton is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Tri County Technical College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in office and administration and production trades.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 5,223 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Tri County Technical College
7900 U.S. Hwy 76
Pendleton, SC 29670
General Phone: (864) 646-1500
http://www.tctc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administration | 135 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 129 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Liberal Arts | 118 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Business and Management | 109 | business management, sales and marketing, accounting, business |
| Medical Support and Technology | 91 | surgical tech, medical assistant, veterinary assistant, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, medical lab tech |
| Mechanics and Repair | 74 | industrial electronics tech, industrial mechanics, HVAC |
| Family and Social Work | 52 | child care provider |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 42 | criminal justice and safety |
| Production Trades | 35 | welding, machinist |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 34 | data processing tech |
| Media | 28 | radio and TV tech |
| Engineering Technician | 22 | industrial production tech, electronics tech, mechanical drafting, electrical/electronic tech, quality control tech, engineering technology, manufacturing tech |
| Education and Teaching | 0 | technical teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Tri County Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 511 | 20 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 197 | 17 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 161 | 8 |
In 2007-2008, Tri County Technical College had a total enrollment of 5,223 students (4,057 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 90% |
| State unknown | 3% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 46 % |
| Part-Time | 39 % |
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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,384 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,786 |
| 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)
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 | 44 | $45,361 | 68 | $44,439 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 44 | $45,361 | 68 | $44,439 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, 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
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
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 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 office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Has ROTC (army, air force)
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