Florence-Darlington Technical College is a public community college located in Florence, SC. It offers 60 programs for degree/certificate.
It is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc..
The 2024 tuition & fees of Florence-Darlington Technical College is $4,900 for South Carolina residents and $6,772 for out-of-state students. Its tuition & fees is cheaper than that of South Carolina public community colleges' average ($11,129).
The school has 3,521 students, which is higher than South Carolina community collleges' average (2,375). In addition, 1,266 students have enrolled online exclusively. The students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1, which is higher than the average ratio (15 to 1) of South Carolina community colleges.
2024 Tuition & Fees
The following table shows the 2023-2024 tuition & fees, books & supplies, and living costs at Florence-Darlington Technical College. Then, we compare its costs to South Carolina community colleges and all U.S. community colleges.
In addition, the chart shows tuition trends over the last 5 years. You can check more comprehensive tuition information on the cost of attendance page.
South Carolina Residents | Out-of-State | |
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Tuition & Fees | $4,900 | $6,772 |
Books & Supplies | $1,248 | |
Off-Campus Living Costs | $9,450 | |
Average Financial Aid | $4,840 | |
Cost of Attendance | $15,598 | $17,470 |
After Financial Aid | $10,758 | $12,630 |
South Carolina Residents | Out-of-State Students | |
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Florence-Darlington Technical College | $4,900 | $6,772 |
Public Community Colleges in South Carolina | $6,133 | $11,129 |
Public Community Colleges in U.S. | $4,992 | $8,639 |
Offered Degrees/Programs By Area of Study
Florence-Darlington Technical College offers Certificate and Associate's programs. The following table summarizes the number of offered programs by degree types.
Certificate | Associate's | Bachelor's | |
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Online Programs | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Total Programs | 31 | 29 | NOT OFFERED |
The following tables list each major program along with offered degrees and online availability. The number in each column indicates the number of awarded degrees and/or certificates of the program.
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
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Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | |
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (other) | NOT OFFERED | 12 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | 9 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | 19 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | |
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | 15 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Child Care and Support Services Management | NOT OFFERED | 8 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Child Care Provider/Assistant | 9 completers |
NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Legal Assistant/Paralegal | NOT OFFERED | 1 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | NOT OFFERED | 106 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies (other) | NOT OFFERED | 7 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | NOT OFFERED | 5 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | NOT OFFERED | 14 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | NOT OFFERED | 8 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | 6 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | 20 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | 7 completers |
6 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Welding Technology/Welder | 17 completers |
NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
---|---|---|---|
Dental Assisting/Assistant | 8 completers |
NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | NOT OFFERED | 11 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician | NOT OFFERED | 11 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Medical/Clinical Assistant | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | NOT OFFERED | 14 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | NOT OFFERED | 5 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Surgical Technology/Technologist | 4 completers |
NOT OFFERED | |
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician | NOT OFFERED | 9 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | NOT OFFERED | 56 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | 29 completers |
NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (other) | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
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Business Administration and Management | NOT OFFERED | 23 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Accounting | NOT OFFERED | 4 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | |
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | |
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
International Business/Trade/Commerce | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED | NOT OFFERED |
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations | NOT OFFERED | 8 completers |
NOT OFFERED |
Student Population
There are 3,521 students at Florence-Darlington Technical College including both full-time and part-time students. By gender, 1,087 male students and 1,853 female students are attending the school.
The following table shows the total number of students by gender and attending status at the school. You can check more enrollment information of the school.
Total | Full-Time | Part-time | |
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Total | 2,940 | 1,112 | 1,828 |
Male Students | 1,087 | 519 | 568 |
Female Students | 1,853 | 593 | 1,260 |
Distance Learning (Online Degree/Program) Enrollment
Of the 3,521 total students, 2,461 students enrolled through distance learning (1,266 students enrolled exclusively and 1,195 enrolled in some online courses).
Total Enrollment | 3,521 | |
---|---|---|
Enrolled Exclusively in Online Courses | 1,266 | |
Enrolled in Some But Not All Online Courses | 1,195 | |
Not Enrolled In Any Online Courses | 1,060 |
School Profile and Academic Overview
The following table shows directory information and summarizes important academic and admission characteristics for Florence-Darlington Technical College.
Type | 2-4 year, public |
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Address | 2715 W. Lucas Street, Florence, SC |
Phone | 843-661-8324 |
Tuition & Fees (2023-2024) » | In-State$4,900 Out-of-State$6,772 |
Student Population » | 3,521 Total Enrollment |
Graduation Rate » | 20% |
Transfer-out Rate | 20% |
Retention Rate | 59% (Full-time) 40% (Part-time) |
Average Financial Aid » | $4,840 |
Students to Faculty | 19:1 (5.26%) |