- Greenville Tech is one of the largest public, two-year colleges in South Carolina, with superior course offerings, state-of-the-art facilities and instructors who understand today's industries and tomorrow's job markets.
School Highlights
Greenville Technical College serves 15,170 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 15,170 students
- In-state tuition: $4,442
- Out-state tuition: $8,438
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 44%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Greenville Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 890 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Greenville Technical College
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
890 staff
177 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Greenville Technical College has grown by 36% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Greenville Technical College diversity score of 0.63 is equal to the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
15,170 students
2,253 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
5,011 students
622 students
# Part-Time Students
10,159 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
151 students
279 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,011 students
605 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,159 students
1,965 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
14%
9%
% Black
19%
29%
% White
56%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
14%
18%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.172%
0.172%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,800
$28,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,442 is less than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,438 is less than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,442
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,438
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,500
$11,729
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Located in one of the fastest growing regions of the south, Tech is ideally situated to offer a variety of excellent training and placement opportunities to students. Surrounded by world-class manufacturing and business centers, both national and international, Greenville is home to BMW, Michelin and others. Greenville Tech students benefit from a wide range of internships, mentor programs and partnerships with area corporations and businesses. Greenville Tech offers associate degree programs in arts and sciences, business and public service, health and nursing, and the technologies. Many provide seamless transfer opportunities to bachelor's degree programs at four-year colleges and universities. Diploma programs are also available in every division, providing the skills you need without a long-term commitment. Many diplomas and certificates can be used as building blocks for an associate degree. Greenville Tech offer classes in 150 programs on four campuses, and you can choose days, evenings, and weekends along with classes you take online and on television. Our campuses are located at Barton, Brashier, Greer and Northwest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Greenville Technical College cost?
Greenville Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,442 for In-State students and $8,438 for Out-State students.
What is Greenville Technical College's ranking?
Greenville Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Carolina for: Largest student body and Highest completion rates.
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