The Smart Choice.THE COLLEGE EDUCATION YOU NEED AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD.

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Career confidence. Technical College of the Lowcountry’s 90+ accredited programs of study provide hands-on education for high-skilled, in-demand jobs of today and tomorrow. In fact, 94 percent of our graduates go on to work in their field of study or continue their education.

Easy to transfer. TCL’s two-year Associate of Arts and Science degrees are transferable in full to many four-year institutions in and out of the state – including Clemson, University of South Carolina and South Carolina State University. TCL also offers more than 80 individual courses that will transfer to other institutions.

College you can afford. TCL is the perfect place to pursue college at a fraction of the cost. With S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance, full-time tuition is around $1,100 a semester. In addition, many students qualify for other financial aid and scholarship assistance. In fact, many attend TCL for free.

Students matter here. You are more than just another number at TCL: student success is why we do what we do. Small classes and dedicated faculty ensure all students get the personal attention they deserve.

To elevate each student and every community we serve through transformative technology and exceptional teaching.

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CONVENIENT AND FLEXIBLE.TCL OFFERS THE FLEXIBILITY YOU NEED WITH EVENING CLASSES, ONLINE LEARNING, AND THREE LOWCOUNTRY CAMPUSES.

CAMPUSESBeaufort Campus921 Ribaut Road

Beaufort, SC 29901

Phone: 843-525-8211

Close to Home: 1 Mile from Port Royal, SC

7 Miles from Lady’s Island, SC

7 Miles from Laurel Bay, SC

8 Miles from Parris Island, SC

14 Miles from St. Helena Island, SC

New River Campus100 Community College Drive

Bluffton, SC 29909

Phone: 843-470-6000

Close to Home: 9 Miles from Hardeeville, SC

15 Miles from Hilton Head Island, SC

19 Miles from Ridgeland, SC

23 Miles from Beaufort, SC

24 Miles from Savannah, GA

Hampton CampusH. Mungin Center, 54 Tech Circle

Varnville, SC 29944

Phone: 803-943-4262

Close to Home: 1 Mile from Hampton, SC

20 Miles from Yemassee, SC

28 Miles from Walterboro, SC

Your busy life demands college that is flexible

and convenient. TCL College Online is the

solution. TCL offers nine career and transfer

programs that can be completed 100% online:

• Administrative Office TechnologyDegree

• Associate in Arts Degree

• Liberal Arts Core Certificate

• General Education Certificate

• Business Administration Degree

• Hospitality Management Certificate C

• Computer Technology Degree

• Criminal Justice Technology Degree

• Criminal Justice & Law Certificate

Or you can choose from 100+ individual

online courses to help you complete other

TCL programs. Bonus: we’re only a phone call

or short drive away if you need one-on-one

support.

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*South Carolina annual mean wages, according to 2016 reports from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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From pursuing a career in healthcare to honing a specific skill, TCL has the programs of study that can take you from graduation day to pay day. Our more than 90 degrees, diplomas and certificate programs are all pathways to professions that are in demand today and in the future.

Take a look at these average S.C. salaries:

• Nursing: $63,470• Physical Therapist Assistant: $60,080• Computer Network Support Specialist: $54,370• Radiologic Technologist: $51,210• Computer User Support Specialist: $46,160• Surveyor: $45,470• Paralegal: $43,860• Electrician: $43,560• Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers: $42,180• HVAC Technician: $42,110• Surgical Technologist: $39,000• Massage Therapist: $38,950• Administrative Office Assistant: $33,530

*South Carolina annual mean wages, according to 2016 reports from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics.

CAREERS THAT PAY

ONLINE CLASSES

Arts & Sciences Certificate and degree options cover a variety of general education courses, allowing you to pursue further studies here or at other institutions. • Associate in Arts Transfer Block• Arts, Humanities, Social Science

Transfer Block AD• Early Childhood, Elementary,

Special Ed Transfer Block AD• General Education & Business

Transfer Block AD• Basic Art C• General Education C• General Education: Math & English

Core C• Liberal Arts Core C• Associate in Science Transfer Block• Science & Math Transfer Block AD• Engineering Transfer Block AD• Agriscience C • Intro to Biotechnology C

AviationLand an impressive and well-paying career in the aerospace industry. • Aviation Maintenance C• Aviation Structural Mechanic C

Building & IndustrialGet the hands-on training you need for a great career in construction, HVAC, engineering and more.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION • Building Construction Technician C• Construction Management C• Home Performance Technician C• Plumbing C• Residential Electrician C• Solar Photovoltaic Technician C• Solar Thermal Technician C

CIVIL ENGINEERING TECH• Engineering Surveying C• Civil Engineering Management C• Highway Engineering C

COMPUTER ASSISTED DESIGN (CAD)• Architectural Design Technician C• Civil Design Technician C• Intro to Engineering Design C• Mechanical Design Technician

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE• Basic Industrial Systems

Technology C

HVAC• Heat Pump C• Designing HVAC Systems C• Commercial Refrigeration C

BusinessWe offer a wide-range of accredited business programs, including accounting, administrative office technology, entrepreneurship and more.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION• Business Administration AD• Hospitality/Tourism Mgt. AD• Golf Management AD• Fire Service Mgt. AD• Accounting C• Entrepreneurship/Small Business C• Culinary Arts Technology C• Hospitality Management C

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE TECH• Administrative Office Technology

AD• Administrative Support D• Medical Office Assistant C• Office Apps for Business &

Industry C• Advanced Healthcare Case

Management C

YourCareerE L E V A T E

Computers & ElectronicsTCL’s computers and electronics programs give you the hands-on training to succeed in today’s digital world.

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY• Computer Technology AD• Help Desk Management C• Webmaster C• Programming C• Computer Applications C• Database C• Database/Reports for Electronic

Health Records C• Networking for Electronic Health

Records C• Network Administrator C• Cyber Security C

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS• Avionics Technician C • Industrial Electronics Technology AD• Biomedical Equipment AD• Avionics Pathway AD• Digital Home Technology Integration C• Basic Audio-Video Production Tech C• Network Administrator C• Network Engineer C• A+ Computer Servicing C

GENERAL TECHNOLOGY

• General Technology AD

Early Care & EducationStart your path to one of the most rewarding careers around. It’s time to make a difference in your life while improving the lives of children.

• Early Care and Education AD• Early Childhood Development D, C• Child Care Management C• Infant/Toddler Care C

Health SciencesIt’s just what the (career) doctor ordered. TCL’s comprehensive health sciences programs are the best, most affordable options around. • Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) AD• Physical Therapist Assistant AD• Radiologic Technology AD• Practical Nursing (PN) D• Surgical Technology D• Massage Therapy C• Medical Assisting C• Computed Tomography C

Public & ProfessionalWith programs in criminal justice, paralegal, or cosmetology, TCL provides you with the skills and expertise you need.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE• Criminal Justice Technology AD• Criminal Justice Technology -

Transfer AD• Computer Forensics C• Criminal Justice & Law C• Crime Scene Investigation C• Cyber Crimes Investigation C

PARALEGAL• Paralegal AD• Paralegal Specialist C

COSMETOLOGY• Cosmetology D

www.tcl.edu/academicsPrograms of Study

PROGRAMS OF STUDY: With a college degree, diploma or certificate from TCL, you can start one of many rewarding careers in just a year or two. Learn the skills that make you a more valued employee, earn qualifications to boost your current career or prepare for a whole new career. Take a look at the 90+ programs we offer.

KEY: AD = Associate Degree | D = Diploma | C = Certificate

Community colleges like Technical College of the Lowcountry deliver quality higher education at an affordable price. We prepare our graduates for worthy careers or for transfer to a four-year university. In addition, TCL is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates.

HIGHER EDUCATION.

www.tcl.edu/transferTransfer Programs

*Students planning to transfer to a four-year school are encouraged to plan their program with their academic advisor. Visit www.sctrac.org for comprehensive information about transferring to or from participating South Carolina colleges and universities

EARN COLLEGE CREDITS AT A FRACTION OF THE PRICE, AND THEN TRANSFER THEM TO THE FOUR-YEAR UNIVERSITY OF YOUR CHOICE.

Transfer degree options:• Associate in Arts Transfer Block • Arts, Humanities, Social Science

Transfer Block • Early Childhood, Elementary, Special

Ed Transfer Block • General Education & Business

Transfer Block • Associate in Science Transfer Block • Science & Math Transfer Block

Engineering Transfer Block • Criminal Justice Technology Transfer

Credits that transfer. TCL’s two-year Associate of Arts and Science degrees are transferable in full to many four-year institutions in and out of the state – including Clemson, University of South Carolina and South Carolina State University.* In addition, TCL offers 86 courses that will transfer to any S.C. public college or university.

Start here; save tons. Pursue college at a fraction of the cost. With S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance, full-time tuition is about $1,100 a semester. In addition, many students qualify for other financial aid and scholarship assistance. In fact, many attend TCL for free.

TRANSFER TO

GET THERE FROM HERE.

At TCL, you’re not just stuck behind a desk all day. You’ll be actively involved in learning experiences in real-world settings in and out of the classroom – from high tech, on-campus labs to on-site career locations throughout the Lowcountry.

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE.

Financial AidFinancial aid helps students and their families pay for college and can cover various educational expenses such as tuition and fees, books and supplies, and transportation. The first step is to complete the federal government’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. TCL’s school code is 009910. Here’s a BIG tip, start the financial aid process early because it takes time to complete! Remember, Financial Aid qualifications vary.

* TCL Tuition, Fees, and LTA are based on Spring 2018 rates. Contact the TCL Financial Aid Office for eligibility requirements and more information. All are subject to change.** Reflects S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance. Contact TCL for eligibility requirements. Subject to change. Comparison tuition information is based on fall 2017 reports from the S.C. Commission on Higher Education. All are subject to change.

S.C. Lottery Tuition AssistanceLTA can pay for more than half of TCL’s tuition for South Carolina residents. LTA is available for eligible full-time and part-time students. The maximum award, based on the Spring 2018 semester is $1,140 per semester for eligible full-time students and $95 per credit hour for eligible part-time students. The main criterion is that you are a resident of South Carolina — award is not based on need or income. LTA brings full-time tuition and fees per 12-hour semester to $1,118!*

TCL ScholarshipsAll eligible TCL students with unmet financial need are automatically considered for a variety of TCL scholarships. No additional application or materials are required!

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THE REAL DEAL

TCL** $1,118

USC Beaufort $5,236

College_of_Charleston $5,999

USC_Columbia $6,131

Clemson $7,356

Winthrop $7,435

Tuition & Fees, Per Full-Time/12-Hour Semester:

Paying for TCL

LOWER TUITION.TCL OFFERS HIGHER EDUCATION AT A LOW PRICE. FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP PACKAGES MAKE IT MORE AFFORDABLE (OR EVEN FREE).

DIVERSE SERVICES.TCL OFFERS A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES TO MEET THE CHANGING AND GROWING NEEDS OF OUR DIVERSE STUDENT BODY.

Hispanic & LatinoWhat does the future hold for you, your children or your family? Secure a bright future through higher education. Yes – college can be a reality. Enroll at the Technical College of the Lowcountry, and get on the path to achieving the American dream. With locations in Beaufort, Bluffton and Hampton, TCL allows you to go to college without moving or having to leave your family. Plus we prepare you for careers right here in the Lowcountry.

Military & VeteransWhether you’re a Veteran, serving in the military now or transitioning out, TCL will give you the skills to find a great career here and anywhere else you go. TCL, named a Military-Friendly College, is an approved institution for administering the educational benefit programs of the Veterans Administration (VA) as well as a member of the Service members Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium and the SOC Degree Network System. TCL also assists transitioning military members with refining their skills to match the demands of Lowcountry employers.

Early College Credit OpportunitiesQualified high school juniors and seniors in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper can earn college credit for high school classes through participation in TCL’s Early College Credit Opportunities (ECCO) program, also known as Dual Enrollment. Take your basic college freshman and sophomore courses at TCL and then transfer them to your four-year college/university.

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Students, like you, are the heart of TCL. TCL’s experienced faculty are professional, dynamic and knowledgeable and will give you the one-on-one attention you deserve. We want you to achieve both your personal development and academic goals.

TCL’s Student Services will also help you along the way. Be sure to checkout these resources and services:

• Child Care Assistance • Professional Counseling Services • Disability Services • Palmetto Breeze Transportation • Student Success & Retention Support • Learning Resources Center • Tutoring Services

STUDENT SUPPORT

www.tcl.edu/studentsStudent Services

IN THEIR WORDS

“The faculty and staff at TCL are amazing. The amount of time they put into working with each student -- and even helping with job searches -- far surpasses anything I ever expected. Going back to school at TCL was one of the best life choices I could have made.”

Robert Gecy, Graduate

“TCL gave me the knowledge and skills needed to succeed and do what I love. There is nothing more gratifying than knowing that you have made a difference in people’s lives and helped them achieve their goals in becoming stronger and healthier.”

Jessica Trani, Graduate

“I am a first generation college student, which was a big obstacle for me. TCL made applying to college a really easy process. In one day, I was able to get all my testing, financial aid and admissions work done. TCL helped make it happen, no matter what.” Imelda Golden, Student

You’re more than just another number at TCL: your success is why we do what we do. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to helping you achieve your goals and ensure you get the personal attention you deserve.

YOU MATTER HERE.

Whatever it is you want – help in discovering the

best career course for your future, a head start

on a four-year degree, a higher paid tomorrow –

you can find it at the Technical College of the

Lowcountry. Our professional and dedicated

faculty and staff deliver an exemplary education

to every single student every single day.

For more information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program(s), and other information, visit www.tcl.edu/GE.Statement of Non-Discrimination: The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to race, gender, national origin, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or political affiliation or belief.

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Pursuing higher education, especially at TCL, is a really smart decision. Whether you are just starting out on your career journey or are already half-way there, the personal and professional Admissions Team is standing by to help you every step of the way. From application to advisement to career counseling to financial aid - we are ready to assist you in joining TCL, no matter what! What’s next? If you haven’t already, please submit your official TCL Admissions Application. It’s free and online, so you can complete it when it’s convenient for you.

Apply at www.tcl.edu/apply

Call 843.525.8207

Email admissions@tcl.edu

WHAT’S NEXT?

For more information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program(s), and other information, visit www.tcl.edu/GE.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to race, gender, national origin, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or political affiliation or belief.