C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
33/100 · earnings-weighted

Technical College of the Lowcountry

2-Year Public
📍 Beaufort, South Carolina 29901
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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 12%
Outcomes
D
36/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
F
31/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,349
Total Enrollment
12%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,723
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Technical College of the Lowcountry ▼

39% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

The campus ZIP (29901) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (29935).

Avg Home Value
$358,985
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,569
1-Year Change
+7.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Technical College of the Lowcountry, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,090
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,001
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,000
Median debt at graduation
17.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 36th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (SC wage index 0.81). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Technical College of the Lowcountry

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$66,628$87,568+8%#237 of 962#120$9,666
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$51,808—————
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$28,441$38,883-12%#751 of 947#533—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,736 $10,680

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
10%
Take Out Loans
$7,723
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,787
$30,001 - $48,000$6,585
$48,001 - $75,000$11,267

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 81 grads/yr General Studies 44 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 43 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 25 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 23 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 17 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 14 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 11 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 11 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 10 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 9 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 8 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 8 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 8 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 7 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 7 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 7 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 7 grads/yr Accounting 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Technical College of the Lowcountry'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
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 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

Student Demographics

2,349
Total Students
69%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Hispanic 20%
Black 28%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 62%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~904 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

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

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Technical College of the Lowcountry?
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 Technical College of the Lowcountry?
Tuition at Technical College of the Lowcountry is $5,736 for in-state students and $10,680 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,723.
What is the graduation rate at Technical College of the Lowcountry?
The graduation rate at Technical College of the Lowcountry is 12%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Technical College of the Lowcountry a good school?
Technical College of the Lowcountry has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): 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 Technical College of the Lowcountry?
Technical College of the Lowcountry has a total enrollment of 2,349 students.
Is there rental demand near Technical College of the Lowcountry?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Technical College of the Lowcountry live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 904 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Beaufort area.

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