- York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year, associate degree-granting institution. York Technical College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State. Through excellence in teaching and partnerships, the College responds to the technical and public service needs of the community. The College has an open admissions policy for qualified students and annually enrolls 5,500 to 6,000 credit students. York Technical College provides opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds and ability levels to acquire or upgrade the knowledge and skills necessary in engineering technology, industrial technology, information technology, business, health, or public service employment or for transfer to senior colleges and universities. In addition to teaching technical skills, the College seeks to provide graduates competency in written and oral communication, computer skills, mathematics, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
School Highlights
York Technical College serves 4,771 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 4,771 students
- In-state tuition: $4,577
- Out-state tuition: $9,137
- Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
- Minority enrollment: 46%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
York Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 160 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
York Technical College
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Blue, Gold, Orange
Total Faculty
160 staff
71 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of York Technical College has grown by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The York Technical College diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,771 students
1,975 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
2,106 students
661 students
# Part-Time Students
2,665 students
1,209 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,771 students
1,975 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,106 students
661 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,665 students
1,209 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
10%
9%
% Black
24%
29%
% White
54%
52%
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$28,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,577 is less than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,137 is less than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,577
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,137
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
95%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,622
$11,729
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- York Technical College opened in 1964 as a Technical Education Center and began with 60 students enrolled in seven programs all housed in one building. The College has grown in the past four decades from the initial enrollment to over 4,000 credit students in more than 70 credit programs. The College campus has also grown from one building to 14. In 1974, York County Technical Education Center became York Technical College. In addition to offering academic programs, the College provides continuing education for approximately 7,000 area residents and more than 250 businesses. This translates to about 325,000 contact hours of continuing education. The College offers Associate degrees in university transfer, technical, occupational and vocational. Diplomas and certificates in vocational, technical and occupational field. The college also offers Developmental and remedial education and Custom-designed continuing education for business and industry. The college offers programs in Business, Computer, Arts and Sciences, Health and Human Services and Industrial and Engineering Technologies. York Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does York Technical College cost?
York Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,577 for In-State students and $9,137 for Out-State students.
What is York Technical College's ranking?
York Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Carolina for: Least debt for graduating students.
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