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York Technical College

York Technical College

York Technical College, opened in 1964 as a Technical Education Center, is under the South Carolina Technical College System, and offers enrollment to more than 7,000 credit students every year. The campus in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is spread across an area of 112 acres.

York Technical College offers over 80 credit programs in various fields of study. The academic departments of this college are:

  • Business, Computer, Arts & Sciences
  • Health & Human Services
  • Industrial & Engineering Technologies

In addition, the York Technical College also offers several continuing education programs including those in allied health, business and information technology, industrial and engineering technology, construction, manufacturing productivity, and workforce development.

Through the Bridge Program, students of York Technical College can also opt for a transfer to the College of Charleston.

Overview of York Technical College

Students attend York Technical College in Rock Hill, SC, a small city. The school is a public institution. York Technical College degrees go up to the Associate's degree.

Areas of Study

The school is known for its programs in office and administration.

York Technical College Selectivity

Applicants to York Technical College appreciate its open admissions policy.

Student Body

There are 4,731 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting York Technical College

York Technical College
452 S Anderson Rd
Rock Hill, SC 29730
General Phone: (803) 327-8000
http://www.yorktech.com

York Technical College Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Medical Support and Technology133medical assistant, dental assistant, dental hygienist, surgical tech, radiation therapist, medical lab tech
Mechanics and Repair124HVAC, industrial mechanics, industrial electronics tech, automobile mechanics
Liberal Arts114liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies
Office and Administration93administrative assistant, general office occupations
Business and Management89business management, accounting, business
Nursing and Emergency Medicine64registered nursing, licensed practical nurse
Engineering Technician63electrical/electronic tech, mechanical drafting, electronics tech, mechanical engineering tech, computer engineering tech, water quality and recycling tech, construction engineering tech, engineering technology
Production Trades54machinist, welding
Computer Science and Engineering32data processing tech, computer support
Family and Social Work27child care management, child care provider
Construction Trades16building inspector, carpentry
Medical Administration15medical secretary
Media10radio and TV tech
Security and Law Enforcement4criminal justice and safety
Law2legal secretary
Photography and Commercial Art2commercial art
Education and Teaching0technical teaching

Number of programs and degrees for York Technical College in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree36021
Award of less than 1 academic year35725
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years12512

Student Body

In 2007-2008, York Technical College had a total enrollment of 4,731 students (3,608 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White68%
Black26%
Hispanic2%
Asian2%
American Indian1%
Unknown2%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 1812%
18-1923%
20-2115%
22-2410%
25-2911%
30-347%
35-398%
40-4910%
50-644%
65+0%

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

ResidencePercent
South Carolina97%
North Carolina1%

York Technical College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time48 %
Part-Time36 %

York Technical College Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Rock Hill, 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.

York Technical College Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 3,728
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 7,424
Books and supplies$ 1,050

Financial Aid:
York Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 399600)

York Technical College Faculty

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankacademic year59$47,36461$48,261
All faculty totalacademic year59$47,36461$48,261

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

York Technical College Degree Programs (2007)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician

CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector
Carpentry/Carpenter

EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Technical Teacher Education

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technology, General
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Water Quality & Wastewater Treatment Mgmt & Recycling Tech

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management

LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary

LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology

MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist

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

PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art

PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

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York Technical College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets York Technical College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in mechanics and repair
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 14%York Technical College % of degrees in mechanics and repair
% of degrees in business and management
(for colleges of its size and type)
Top 14%York Technical College % of degrees in business and management
Number of students
(vs. all colleges)
Top 16%York Technical College Number of students
Number of degree programs
(vs. all colleges)
Top 17%York Technical College Number of degree programs
% of degrees in engineering technician
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 18%York Technical College % of degrees in engineering technician
% of degrees in office and administration
(vs. all colleges)
Top 20%York Technical College % of degrees in office and administration
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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