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Florence-Darlington Technical College

Florence, SC·Public·https://www.fdtc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Florence-Darlington Technical College is a public community college in Florence, SC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Florence-Darlington Technical College is a public community college in Florence, SC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,440
In-State Tuition
+$166 fees
$6,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$166 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Beach Access

66 miles

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ski Access

169 miles

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

169 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

174 mi away
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

174 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ocean access within 65.6 miles

66 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Florence, SC

44°Jan47°Feb54°Mar62°Apr71°May78°Jun81°Jul79°Aug74°Sep64°Oct53°Nov47°Dec

Station: DARLINGTON · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,440$6,576
Fees
$166$166
Total
$4,606$6,742
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

57 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
106 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
97 grads/yr$46,368
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
56 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
29 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
26 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate$70,210
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate22 grads$50,249
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate grads$49,927
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Certificate8 grads$47,417
Precision Metal Working
Certificate97 grads$46,368
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate$45,552
Human Services, General
Certificate$31,473
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate19 grads$25,274
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's106 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's56 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Florence-Darlington Technical College located?

Florence-Darlington Technical College is located in Florence, SC. The main campus address is 2715 W. Lucas Street, Florence, SC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Florence-Darlington Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Florence-Darlington Technical College charges $4,440/year for in-state students and $6,576/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,742/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Florence-Darlington Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Florence-Darlington Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Florence-Darlington Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,576/year out-of-state), campus culture in Florence, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Florence-Darlington Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Florence-Darlington Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Florence, SC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Florence, SC (FLO) · 7 mialso SSC (42 mi), LBT (50 mi)

Location

Florence, SC

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.