Horry-Georgetown Technical College

2050 Highway 501 East
Conway, SC 29526
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Since its creation in 1966, Horry-Georgetown Technical College has continued to provide post-secondary vocational, technical, and occupational certificate, diploma and associate degree programs leading directly to securing or continuing employment; associate degree programs which enable students to gain access to other post-secondary education; and continuing education classes, programs, and services which meet the job training, occupational advancement, and lifelong learning needs of the residents and employers in its service area.

School Highlights

Horry-Georgetown Technical College serves 6,409 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,409 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,768
  • Out-state tuition: $6,294
  • Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 420 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
420 staff
177 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Horry-Georgetown Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,409 students
1,813 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
3,056 students
646 students
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# Part-Time Students
3,353 students
1,167 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
505 students
359 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,056 students
646 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,353 students
1,317 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
4%
5%
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% Black
18%
24%
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% White
71%
62%
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% Two or more races
4%
4%
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% Unknown races
1%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.46
0.55
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
24%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
2.47%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,200
$28,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,768 is less than the state average of $5,917. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,294 is less than the state average of $10,561. The out-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,768
$5,917
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,294
$10,561
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
95%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$14,859
$11,729
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,720
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
83%
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Horry-Georgetown Technical College is a comprehensive technical and community college, with four campuses located across the service area. The Conway Campus is the original and remains the main campus of the College. It is located in the incorporated area of the City of Conway on a 55-acre site. The Conway Campus provides accessible and affordable educational opportunities in career education and occupational preparation, university parallel studies, developmental education and community education and training. Specialized programs of career study offered on the Conway Campus include: Golf Course Management, Turf Equipment Technician, Engineering Technologies, Computer/Information Systems Technology, Office Systems Technology, Culinary Arts Technology, Nursing and Health Science, Business, Electronics Technology, and all University Parallel disciplines. Through the offerings at the Conway Campus, the College awards the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, and Technical Certificate credentials as well as various professional certifications. The Campus takes college-wide leadership in Health Science Technology career areas as well as University Parallel and General Studies, and for most student support services, federal/state grants, Learning Resources, distance education and administrative and information support operations. Offering more than 60 associate degree, diploma and certificate programs, as well as a diverse and rapidly-expanding list of corporate and business training options through our Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division, HGTC has built an international reputation for preparing the finest graduates and employees to meet the needs of business, industry and government.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Horry-Georgetown Technical College cost?
Horry-Georgetown Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,768 for In-State students and $6,294 for Out-State students.
What is Horry-Georgetown Technical College's ranking?
Horry-Georgetown Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Carolina for: Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,409 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,768
  • Out-state tuition: $6,294
  • Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For South Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,917 per year for in-state students and $10,561 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $11,903 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in South Carolina is 81%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

South Carolina community colleges have a diversity score of 0.55, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in South Carolina is University of South Carolina-Sumter. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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