1966
Greenwood, SC

About Piedmont Technical College

Piedmont Technical College was founded in 1966 as the eighth technical center in the state of South Carolina. The first classes had over 300 enrolled students and enrollment has continued to grow rapidly. Due to increased enrollment, Piedmont Technical College has been expanding the campus and adding new academic buildings to accommodate the growing number of students. Originally named Piedmont Technical Education Center, in 1974 the school changed to its current name. Piedmont Technical College operates with the mission “to transform the lives of its students and strengthen its community through providing opportunities for intellectual and economic growth.”

Piedmont Technical College offers associate’s degrees, diplomas and certificate programs. Students can complete entire degrees and certificates through online learning, including degrees that can be transferred to four-year institutions. PTC uses the Brightspace course management system for online programs. All PTC online courses require at least one proctored exam or assignment.

Accreditation & Licensing

Piedmont Technical College is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Type:

2-year, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Associate's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 6,714 ; Graduate: Not applicable

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 44% ; Graduate: Not applicable

Graduation Rate:

33%

Transfer Rate:

10%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$35,768

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$15,000

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

94%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$5,154

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Piedmont Technical College is located in South Carolina

South Carolina at a Glance:

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Columbia
5,118,425
32,020 sq mi
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23
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$12,500.00

Top Majors in South Carolina:

Top Incentives in South Carolina:

Top Career Pathways in South Carolina:

Manufacturing Management
  • Entry Level: Production Engineer ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Plant Manager ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Operations Director ($140,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Engineering
  • Certifications: Six Sigma, PMP
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Online Programs offered by Piedmont Technical College

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Art & Liberal Arts

Associate in Arts / Associate in Science

Business

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