Spartanburg technical college
Business i85, Spartanburg, SC, 29303 -
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Spartanburg Technical College is a public, suburban, two-year comprehensive, open-admission institution of higher education serving the citizens of the upstate counties of Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union in South Carolina. The College advances economic development of the region through programs, services and partnerships that address emerging and continuing employment needs in a rapidly changing global environment. The College promotes lifelong learning and helps students reach their personal and professional goals. ...
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- Community College Avg.
| County | Spartanburg County, SC | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 2,435 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 1,974 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 4,409 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 90% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 77% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,187 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 76% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,936 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 2% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,942 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 7% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $1,653 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Spartanburg Technical College has been a leading provider of technical higher education in beautiful upstate South Carolina since the mid 1960s. We now offer over 60 programs of study. Being your community college is a privilege. In order for you to compete in today's work force, we want to provide you with education you need and want at an affordable cost. Whether it's an associate's degree in a technical field, the first two years of a bachelor's degree through our University Transfer Program, a certification course for employment, or a continuing education class for personal enrichment, we strive to meet your lifelong learning goals.
- Academic Programs offered by Spartanburg Technical College includes Transitional Studies, Dental Assisting, Radiation Therapy, University Transfer, Early Childhood Radiography, Horticulture, Math Department, Respiratory Care, Computer Technology, Health Unit Coordinating, Surgical Technology, Accounting, Pharmacy Technician, Pre-Occupational Therapy Assistant (Phase I), Culinary Arts, Interpreting, Commercial Graphics, Automotive Technology, Industrial Electronics, Machine Tool, Management, Therapeutic Massage, Civil Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Medical Assisting, Social Sciences, Welding, HVAC, Science Department, Humanities, Arts and Language Department, Office Systems, General Engineering Technology, Associate Degree in Nursing, Engineering Graphics Technology, Phlebotomy Technician and Pre-Physical Therapy Assistant (Phase I). This is a partial listing of Academic Programs offered by Spartanburg Technical College.
- Each year over 15,000 citizens utilize our services for credit and non-credit classes. Through today's technology, we offer a variety of course delivery: everything from traditional classroom settings on our main campus, technical instruction at your work place, or virtual instruction using the Internet.
- Profile last updated: 02/14/2007.
In the News:
- Spartanburg Community College president leaves with strong legacy (Spartanburg Herald-Journal)
posted on October 4, 2009 at 07:20:39 am
Spartanburg Community College President Dan Terhune and his wife, Ginni, walk through the president’s outer offices on his way out. After 13 years of service, Terhune is retiring to spend more time with his wife. - Tammy Lowe Mathis (Gaffney Ledger)
posted on June 15, 2009 at 07:24:08 pm
Tammy Lowe Mathis, 47, of Gaffney, died Thursday, June 11, 2009. Born November 12, 1961, in Spartanburg, , she was the daughter of the late Betty Lowe and the wife of Randolph "Randy" Alan Mathis. A graduate of Spartanburg High School, she attended Spartanburg Technical College and the University of South Carolina - Spartanburg. - Brown puts firefighting skills to test (Spartanburg Herald-Journal)
posted on June 1, 2009 at 11:39:58 am
Published: Monday, June 1, 2009 at 3:15 a.m. Last Modified: Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 11:06 p.m. GLENDALE - Three generations of the Brown family share more than a dedication to volunteer firefighting. - Spartanburg Community College president wraps up historic tenure (Spartanburg Herald-Journal)
posted on April 22, 2009 at 07:25:35 am
Published: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 3:15 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 1:03 a.m. Thirteen years, two additional campuses and one name change after beginning a historic tenure as president of Spartanburg Community College, Dan Terhune has decided it's time to step down. - Two incumbents, 3 challengers vie for 2 Lake Alfred commission seats (News Chief)
posted on April 4, 2009 at 06:10:33 pm
Published: Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 1:21 a.m. LAKE ALFRED - Two incumbents and three other candidates are running for two open seats on the Lake Alfred City Commission.
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Near By Schools:
- Spartanburg Methodist College - 745 students - 2.2 mi. away - view location
- Itt Technical Institute-greenville - 489 students - 23.1 mi. away - view location
- University Of South Carolina-union - 507 students - 23.8 mi. away - view location
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