C
Average
Score: 47/100

Trident Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Charleston, South Carolina 29423
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: 29%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
C+
62/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
39/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

14,025
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Trident Technical College

28% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,983 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0

🏆 Where Trident Technical College Ranks

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

#9
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools
#10
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
of 13 schools
#11
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
of 15 schools
#12
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#13
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
of 16 schools
#18
Commercial and Advertising Art
of 32 schools
#29
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,024 $8,571

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 630 grads/yr Pre-Nursing Studies 204 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 162 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 120 grads/yr Accounting 116 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 115 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 114 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 114 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 87 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 80 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 78 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 61 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 59 grads/yr Hotel/Motel Administration/Management 58 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 54 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 49 grads/yr Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician 47 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 39 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 33 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Trident 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
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

14,025
Total Students
63%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)
28%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 9%
Black 28%
Asian 2%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 28%
With Family 72%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,983 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 23%
Fully Online 45%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Trident 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 Trident Technical College?
Tuition at Trident Technical College is $5,024 for in-state students and $8,571 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Trident Technical College?
The graduation rate at Trident Technical College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Trident Technical College a good school?
Trident 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 (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Trident Technical College?
Trident Technical College has a total enrollment of 14,025 students.
Is there rental demand near Trident Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 28% of students at Trident Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,983 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Charleston area.

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