Is Tri-County Technical College worth it?
Tri-County Technical College is a public, two-year institution in Pendleton, South Carolina (midsize suburb). It awarded 2,572 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, welding technology and industrial electronics technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,529
Median earnings 4 years after
$54,255
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,101
Average net price
$14,670
Completion rate
42%
Completions (2024)
2,572
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
5,071
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 | $73,667 | $76,576 | 91 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $22,578 | $41,384 | 44 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $33,738 | $42,077 | 31 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $38,336 | $47,810 | 31 |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | Associate | $28,319 | $33,376 | 29 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $51,891 | $71,146 | 27 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $58,406 | N/A | 25 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $49,100 | $51,355 | 25 |
| Data Processing | Associate | $34,725 | $52,237 | 24 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Associate | $51,330 | $62,901 | 23 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $35,726 | $45,462 | 17 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Processing | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering, General | Undergraduate certificate | 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 | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 962 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 332 |
| Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 134 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 124 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 103 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other | Associate | 64 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 64 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 49 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 47 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate under 12 weeks | 42 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 33% | 4,621 |
| Manufacturing | 20% | 2,836 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 1,351 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 7% | 941 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 638 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 580 |
| Construction | 4% | 562 |
| Educational Services | 4% | 543 |
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Sources: federal figures for Tri-County Technical College. 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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