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Trident Technical College

Charleston, SC·Public·https://www.tridenttech.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Trident Technical College is a public community college in Charleston, SC. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Trident Technical College is a public community college in Charleston, SC. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (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)
$4,529
In-State Tuition
+$119 fees
$8,571
Out-of-State Tuition
+$119 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

18 miles

Isle of Palms, SC

Ski Access

230 miles

Sapphire Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

62°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

230 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

243 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

244 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Isle of Palms, SC

Ocean access within 17.9 miles

18 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Charleston, SC

50°Jan53°Feb59°Mar66°Apr73°May79°Jun83°Jul81°Aug77°Sep68°Oct58°Nov52°Dec

Station: CHARLESTON INTL. Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

92/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety988098
98/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
80/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
98/100
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
$4,529$8,571
Fees
$119$119
Total
$4,648$8,690
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

80 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
449 grads/yr$51,912
Health/Medical Preparatory ProgramsCertificate
194 grads/yr$52,550
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
171 grads/yr$76,575
Culinary Arts and Related ServicesCertificate
88 grads/yr$36,449
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
73 grads/yr$39,732

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's171 grads$76,575
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Associate's66 grads$54,774
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Certificate194 grads$52,550
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate47 grads$52,266
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's449 grads$51,912
Data Processing
Associate's54 grads$48,936
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Certificate15 grads$44,733
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate73 grads$39,732
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Certificate88 grads$36,449
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate29 grads$32,849

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 Trident Technical College located?

Trident Technical College is located in Charleston, SC. The main campus address is 7000 Rivers Avenue, Charleston, SC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Trident Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Trident Technical College charges $4,529/year for in-state students and $8,571/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,690/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Trident Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Trident Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Trident Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,571/year out-of-state), campus culture in Charleston, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Trident Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Charleston, SC
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 62°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
92/100
Nearest Airport
Charleston, SC (CHS) · 2 mialso OGB (60 mi), HHH (62 mi)

Location

Charleston, 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.