Technical College of the Lowcountry
- One of sixteen colleges comprising the South Carolina Technical College System, the Technical College of the Lowcountry traces its origin to the Mather School founded in 1868. The college is a comprehensive, public, two-year college dedicated to serving the diverse educational needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. The College annually serves approximately 8,500 credit and continuing education students, a mix of traditional, non-traditional, full-time, and part-time.
School Highlights
Technical College of the Lowcountry serves 2,308 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 2,308 students
- In-state tuition: $4,660
- Out-state tuition: $8,812
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 52%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Technical College of the Lowcountry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 189 teachers has grown by 96% over five years.
Technical College of the Lowcountry
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
189 staff
142 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Technical College of the Lowcountry has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 30:1 over five years.
The Technical College of the Lowcountry diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,308 students
1,682 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
577 students
739 students
# Part-Time Students
1,731 students
943 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
15%
7%
% Black
29%
25%
% White
48%
53%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
9%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.64
College Completion Rate
18%
20%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,000
$28,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,660 is less than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,812 is less than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,660
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,812
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,250
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,000
$5,890
Acceptance Rate
n/a
73%
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: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Technical College of the Lowcountry provides quality, affordable academic and technical programs leading to Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates in an environment fostering excellence in teaching and learning. The College prepares graduates with knowledge and skills for transfer to senior colleges and universities and for careers in computer technology, industrial technology, engineering technology, occupational technology, business, health sciences, and public service. As an open admissions institution, the Technical College of the Lowcountry offers over 70 academic, transfer, and specialized programs. Offerings include developmental education; arts and sciences; career development; specialized, contract courses tailored for specific businesses and industries; and continuing education to meet the workforce needs of the Lowcountry. TCL is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) and Paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
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