Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 39.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,101
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $95/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $60,049 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $55,693 | $15,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $44,595 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $35,594 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $34,704 | $9,500 |
| Data Processing. | Associate | $33,637 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,305 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $28,236 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $28,164 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $24,615 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $22,846 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $18,185 | $5,727 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $16,169 |
Outcomes Overview
Tri-County Technical College graduates carry a median debt of $9,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.22 against median earnings of $40,101. Monthly loan payments of $95 represent only 2.8% of typical graduate income. The college's 93.4% employment rate reflects strong demand for skilled technicians in manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive industries throughout the South Carolina Upstate. Graduates typically enter fields like advanced manufacturing, nursing, and industrial maintenance where technical certifications carry significant value. The low debt burden combined with solid earning potential in high-demand trades makes this a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training without the financial burden of four-year degrees.