Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 12.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,090
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 38.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $106/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,822 | $9,666 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $40,551 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $32,569 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $28,960 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $28,236 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $21,508 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $21,508 | |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Certificate | $19,455 |
Outcomes Overview
Technical College of the Lowcountry graduates enter the workforce with minimal financial burden. The median debt of $10,000 creates monthly payments of just $106, representing only 3.6% of typical graduate income of $35,090. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.28 sits well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that financial experts warn against. The college's 93.8% employment rate reflects strong demand for skilled technicians in the Lowcountry's growing manufacturing and healthcare sectors. With 38.11% of borrowers successfully repaying loans, graduates avoid the debt traps common at many community colleges. The combination of low debt, solid earnings, and high employment rates delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.