At a glance
Average net price
$1,406
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
29.6%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
10,512
In-state tuition
$4,546
Out-of-state tuition
$8,620
Cost of attendance
$13,408
Median earnings (10y)
$38,253
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), health (21%), trades & services (21%).
- STEM13%
- Health21%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences3%
- Trades & services21%
- Liberal arts21.6%~2,267 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions21.1%~2,213 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business14.6%~1,533 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science10.8%~1,130 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~756 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~504 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~334 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~281 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Transportation2.3%~238 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.1%~215 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~194 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~141 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~101 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture1.0%~101 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal0.9%~94 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.5%~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.3%~28 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 917 | — | $16,001 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Undergraduate certificate | 546 | $33,465 | $17,239 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 336 | — | $30,938 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 190 | — | $15,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate's | 142 | — | $12,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 139 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 125 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 122 | — | $2,750 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 121 | — | — |
| Data Processing. | Associate's | 120 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Undergraduate certificate | 118 | — | $23,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 111 | — | — |
| Ground Transportation. | Undergraduate certificate | 93 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 88 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 87 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 83 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 78 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Associate's | 71 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 61 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 59 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate's | 56 | — | — |
| Data Processing. | Undergraduate certificate | 55 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 54 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 51 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | $27,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 41 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | — |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 32 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 32 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 30 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Trident Technical College
Trident Technical College is a large institution located in Charleston, South Carolina, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 10,512 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Trident Technical College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $1,406 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,546 for in-state students and $8,620 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,408 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 29.6%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,253 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Trident Technical College confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), health (21% of credentials), trades & services (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Charleston, South Carolina (city), Trident Technical College draws students from across South Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Trident Technical College
Q.How much does Trident Technical College cost?
The average net price at Trident Technical College is $1,406 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,408.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Trident Technical College?
Trident Technical College has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Trident Technical College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Trident Technical College graduate earns $38,253 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Trident Technical College?
Published tuition is $4,546 in-state and $8,620 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Trident Technical College located?
Trident Technical College is located in Charleston, South Carolina (ZIP 29423).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Trident Technical College at their official website.