C
Average
Score: 47/100

Piedmont Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Greenwood, South Carolina 29646
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 33%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
F
31/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,999
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,126
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Piedmont Technical College

38% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,900 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$148,892
Avg Monthly Rent
$887
1-Year Change
+5.9%
For parents & investors

The Piedmont Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $148,892
  • Avg rent near campus: $887/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29848 (6.2% cap, Troy)

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🏆 Where Piedmont Technical College Ranks

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

🥉
Funeral Direction/Service
of 3 schools
#6
Home Health Aide/Home Attendant
of 9 schools
#10
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 22 schools
#11
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
of 13 schools
#13
Automation Engineer Technology/Technician
of 15 schools
#16
Building Construction Technology/Technician
of 26 schools
#19
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools
#21
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
of 23 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,430 $6,678

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
62%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
$11,126
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,778
$30,001 - $48,000$10,509
$48,001 - $75,000$11,097
$75,001 - $110,000$12,539
$110,001+$14,497

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 292 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 193 grads/yr Home Health Aide/Home Attendant 156 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 100 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 92 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 79 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 70 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 69 grads/yr Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other 65 grads/yr Funeral Direction/Service 61 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 53 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 49 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 46 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 40 grads/yr Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General 38 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 38 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Automation Engineer Technology/Technician 33 grads/yr Human Services, General 32 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 32 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 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
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

4,999
Total Students
67%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)
38%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 8%
Black 34%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 38%
With Family 62%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,900 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 45%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Piedmont 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 Piedmont Technical College?
Tuition at Piedmont Technical College is $5,430 for in-state students and $6,678 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,126.
What is the graduation rate at Piedmont Technical College?
The graduation rate at Piedmont Technical College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Piedmont Technical College a good school?
Piedmont Technical College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 Piedmont Technical College?
Piedmont Technical College has a total enrollment of 4,999 students.
Is there rental demand near Piedmont Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 38% of students at Piedmont Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,900 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Greenwood area.

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