Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

  • Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is an associate degree-awarding two-year public institution. As an open admissions institution, we serve students with diverse backgrounds and ability levels from a primarily rural region, enrolling approximately 2,900 – 3,300 credit students and 3,000 non-credit students annually. Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College values the quality and effectiveness of our programs, promoting ethical standards in all aspects of the College’s operation.

School Highlights

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College serves 2,257 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,257 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,861
  • Out-state tuition: $6,637
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 48%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 205 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Orangeburg Calhoun 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
205 staff
177 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,257 students
1,813 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
646 students
646 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,611 students
1,167 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
163 students
359 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
646 students
646 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,611 students
1,317 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
n/a
2%
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% Hispanic
n/a
5%
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% Black
45%
24%
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% White
52%
62%
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% Two or more races
n/a
4%
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% Unknown races
2%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.53
0.55
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
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)
$28,000
$28,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,861 is less than the state average of $5,917. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,637 is less than the state average of $10,561. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,861
$5,917
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,637
$10,561
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
95%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$10,400
$11,729
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$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

  • The history of technical education in Orangeburg and Calhoun Counties began many years before Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College officially opened in 1968. In April 2003, OCtech cut the ribbon on its new Student and Community Life Center. Located here are Student Services, Continuing Education, Planning, Development and Research offices, and the president's office. This building also features a Cyber Cafe, The Tourville Learning Lab, and meeting rooms, all of which are open to the public. Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is presently completing extensive renovations to both the Gressette and the Williams buildings to update and to improve facilities. The college offers Associate Degree Programs in Arts, Science, Business, Computer Technology, Engineering Technology, Health Science, Industrial Technology, Occupational Technology and Public Service. Diploma programs are offered in Automated Office, Medical Office Assisting, Early Childhood Development and Practical Nursing. The college also offers various Certificate programs. Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Science degrees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College cost?
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,861 for In-State students and $6,637 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,257 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,861
  • Out-state tuition: $6,637
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 48%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

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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