Is Technical College of the Lowcountry worth it?
Technical College of the Lowcountry is a public, two-year institution in Beaufort, South Carolina (small city). It awarded 411 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, general studies and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,055
Median earnings 4 years after
$47,361
Median earnings 10 years after
$35,090
Average net price
$14,724
Completion rate
18%
Completions (2024)
411
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
1,679
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $66,628 | $87,568 | 53 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $31,348 | $33,592 | 20 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $28,441 | $38,883 | 19 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $51,808 | N/A | 19 |
| Data Processing | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Processing | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 59 |
| General Studies | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 44 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 43 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 25 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 22 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 17 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 15 |
| Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 12 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Associate | 11 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 11 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 39% | 1,691 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 429 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 317 |
| Educational Services | 6% | 273 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 262 |
| Construction | 6% | 254 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 5% | 224 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 184 |
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Sources: federal figures for Technical College of the Lowcountry. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for South Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
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