Florence-Darlington Technical College

2715 W. Lucas Street
Florence, SC 29501
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • The mission of Florence Darlington Technical College is to provide comprehensive technical education, workforce development, and educational services to students, business & industry, and the markets it serves. Through instructional programs, business & industry partnerships, and community involvement, the College will play a major role in the economic development and quality of life of its constituents. The educational experience at Florence-Darlington Technical College will have an international perspective, which will enhance the student's marketability in today's global economy.

School Highlights

Florence-Darlington Technical College serves 3,522 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,522 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,198
  • Out-state tuition: $6,022
  • Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Florence-Darlington Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Florence-Darlington Technical College
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
108 staff
71 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
4
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Florence-Darlington Technical College has grown by 6% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Florence-Darlington Technical College diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,522 students
1,870 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
1,196 students
661 students
# Part-Time Students
2,326 students
1,209 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
235 students
447 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,196 students
661 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,326 students
1,282 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
576 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
9%
% Black
48%
29%
% White
39%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
7%
4%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,600
$28,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,198 is less than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,022 is less than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,198
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,022
$10,568
Tuition Notes
5133.00 (Full-time,
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
95%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,167
$11,729
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
77%
SAT Reading
n/a
430
SAT Math
n/a
458
SAT Writing
n/a
413
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
18
ACT Writing
n/a
6
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • The Florence-Darlington Technical Education Center was established in 1963 and presently serves Florence, Darlington, and Marion counties. The College's initial enrollment of 250 students now exceeds 5,000 curriculum students. Its original campus of less than 10 acres has expanded to nearly 240 acres with a modern complex of eight major buildings totaling nearly 350,000 square feet. The College is in the midst of planning and developing another 325,000 square feet of instructional space entirely devoted to the advanced technology required in today's sophisticated manufacturing environment. The College operates sites in Hartsville, Lake City, and Mullins. The College also operates a large health sciences complex in downtown Florence entirely devoted to careers in the health arena. Florence-Darlington's main campus is located between the cities of Florence and Darlington on U.S. Hwy. 52 and in close proximity to Interstates 95 and 20. The 100-acre campus has eight major buildings. However, plans are in place for the construction of eight technical institutes on a recently purchased 146-acre tract behind the current campus. FDTC continues to offer affordable, quality education in more than 60 fields of study. Acknowledged as the fastest growing institution of higher education in South Carolina during the late 1990s, FDTC's curriculum enrollment is now approaching 5,500 students and its Continuing Education Division enjoys about 30,000 registrations annually. The primary accreditor of Florence-Darlington Technical College is the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Florence-Darlington Technical College cost?
Florence-Darlington Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,198 for In-State students and $6,022 for Out-State students.
What is Florence-Darlington Technical College's ranking?
Florence-Darlington Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Carolina for: Least expensive tuition and Diversity in US community colleges.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,522 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,198
  • Out-state tuition: $6,022
  • Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For South Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,692 per year for in-state students and $10,568 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $11,922 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in South Carolina is 82%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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