Horry-Georgetown Technical College
About Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Horry-Georgetown Technical College teaches on the South Carolina coast around Myrtle Beach, and trains students for the resorts and golf courses beside it as well as for nursing and business.
Founded
1966
Location
Conway, South Carolina
Students
6,274
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,468
Out-of-state: $8,836
Avg Net Price
$4,159
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,507
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.2%
Transfer Out
20%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.5%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Large
The 37.8% graduation rate is below average, but 64.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,468
In-State
$8,836
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,909
After Financial Aid
$4,159
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,673
Receive Grants
39%
Take Loans
24%
Tuition is $4,468/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,159.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Horry-Georgetown Technical College fund their education.
While in School
39%
Get Grants
Free money
24%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,467
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$151/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,250, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Horry-Georgetown Technical College.
Gender
65.5%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,274
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
29.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 42% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
6,274
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Horry-Georgetown Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,507
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
283 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
112 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$37K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
—
42 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
$24K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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