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Average
Score: 48/100

Midlands Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 West Columbia, South Carolina 29170
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 16%
Outcomes
F
33/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

8,978
Total Enrollment
16%
Graduation Rate
43%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,433
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Midlands Technical College

15% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,338 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$248,976
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,428
1-Year Change
+3.5%
For parents & investors

The Midlands Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $248,976
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,428/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29053 (8.0% cap, Gaston)

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🏆 Where Midlands Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#12
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
of 13 schools
#14
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 22 schools
#16
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools
#18
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#18
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
of 24 schools
#22
Building Construction Technology/Technician
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,640 $13,536

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
15%
Take Out Loans
$5,433
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,839
$30,001 - $48,000$3,522
$48,001 - $75,000$6,031
$75,001 - $110,000$6,717
$110,001+$6,552

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 444 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 106 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 86 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 72 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 64 grads/yr Pre-Nursing Studies 58 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 54 grads/yr Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other 52 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 48 grads/yr Accounting 45 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 43 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 41 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 37 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 34 grads/yr Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 32 grads/yr Human Services, General 31 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 30 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 26 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 26 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Midlands Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

8,978
Total Students
62%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
15%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 41%
Hispanic 9%
Black 36%
Asian 2%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 15%
With Family 85%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,338 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Midlands Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Midlands Technical College?
Tuition at Midlands Technical College is $5,640 for in-state students and $13,536 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,433.
What is the graduation rate at Midlands Technical College?
The graduation rate at Midlands Technical College is 16%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Midlands Technical College a good school?
Midlands Technical College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (F): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Midlands Technical College?
Midlands Technical College has a total enrollment of 8,978 students.
Is there rental demand near Midlands Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 15% of students at Midlands Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,338 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology