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to the future you deserve We get it. You want more. You want better.

You think about it all the time.

Maybe you want to do it for yourself and your future. Maybe it’s more about keeping your parents happy or making your own children proud.

Hardworkshouldpayo.Nowisthetimeto step up to the college education you deserve.

We’re here for you every step of the way.

Apply now.

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843.525.8207

admissions@tcl.edu

You belong here.

Students are more than a number at TCL: student success is why we do what we do. Small classes and dedicated faculty ensure you get the personal attention you deserve.

The right career for you.

TCL’s 60+ accredited programs of study provide hands-on education for high-skilled, in-demand jobs of today and tomorrow. In fact, 95 percent of our graduates go on to workintheir4eldofstudyorcontinuetheireducation.

Easy to transfer.

TCL’s two-year University Transfer 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 oersmorethan80individualcoursesthattransfertootherinstit

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 $1,500 a semester. Many students qualify forother4nancialaidandscholarshipassistance,oftenmakingTCLtuition-f

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a stepUP Nomatterwhereyoucomefrom,TCLgivesyoutheskills,thesupportand thecon4dencetogetwhereyouwanttogo.TCLstudents4ndcommon ground through a common goal: the desire for a step up to a better future.

studentUP Student Support & Success Students are the heart of TCL. Our professional and dedicated faculty andstaprovidetheone-on-oneattentionyoudeserve.Weare committed to elevating each and every student we serve through exceptional teaching and transformative technology.

The HUB. Your one-stop resource for advisement and registration.

Campus Life.

Student organizations and free activities.

Counseling.

Free,con4dential,short-term, personal counseling.

Tutoring.

Free academic support services in a variety of subjects.

Library.

Research and citation support, laptop checkout, and space to study and relax between classes.

Online access to articles, books, documents, statistics and more.

“I am so close to a better future for me and my family. Plus, I’ll have a career that I’m passionate about.”

Shirley Torres Computer Technology

“The cost was affordable, the classes are smaller, and the professors actually know your name.

Technical College changed my life.”

DeJarvis Eaddy Industrial Electronics

“I chose TCL to get that college feel without having to leave home. Everyone is so friendly and encouraging. I know it will pay off in the long run.”

Nicole Polk Early Childhood Education

degreeUP Pathways & Programs Withacollegedegree,diplomaorcertiQcatefromTCL,you can start a rewarding career in a year or two. Learn the skills that will make you a more valued employee, earn qualiQcationstoboostyourcurrentcareerorpreparefora wholenewcareer.Takealookatthe60+programsweoer.

ARTS Arts, Humanities, Social Science Associate in Arts Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Ed General Education & Business Basic Art General Education General Education: Math & English Core Liberal Arts Core

KEY: Associate Degree Diploma Degree

Certificate Degree University Transfer

BUILDING & INDUSTRIAL Building Construction Technician Commercial Refrigeration Construction Management Designing HVAC Systems Heat Pump Home Performance Technician Plumbing Residential Electrician

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ACCOUNTING Administrative Office Technology Business Administration Administrative Support Accounting Entrepreneurship/Small Business Medical Office Assistant Office Apps for Business & Industry CULINARY ARTS & HOSPITALITY Baking & Pastry Arts Culinary Arts Technology Hospitality/Tourism Management Baking & Pastry Arts Healthy Cooking & Baking Hospitality/Tourism Management Restaurant Cook Skills

HEALTH SCIENCES Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Physical Therapist Assistant Radiologic Technology Practical Nursing (PN) Massage Therapy Medical Assisting Surgical Technology* HUMAN SERVICES Early Care & Education Cosmetology Early Childhood Development Child Care Management Early Childhood Development LAW & CRIMINAL JUSTICE Criminal Justice Technology Criminal Justice Technology Criminal Justice Technology Pre-Police Academy Paralegal Advanced Pre-Police Academy Basic Pre-Police Academy Criminal Justice & Law Crime Scene Investigation Paralegal Specialist * Contact Health Sciences for details.

STEM—SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS Associate in Science Computer Technology Engineering Industrial Electronics Technology Science & Math A+ Computer Servicing Agriscience Architectural Design Technician (CAD) Civil Design Technician Cybersecurity Engineering Surveying Introduction to Biotechnology Introduction to Engineering Design (CAD) Mechanical Design Technician (CAD) Network Administrator Network Engineer Programming Webmaster

www.tcl.edu/pathways

careerUP Careers That Pay From pursuing a career in healthcare to honingaspeciQcskill,TCLhastheacademic pathways to take you from graduation day to payday. Our more than 60 degrees, diplomas andcertiQcateprogramsprepareyouforan in-demand career now and in the future.

www.tcl.edu/careerup

Nursing: $64,940

Administrative Assistant: $32,810

Physical Therapist Assistant: $56,880

Computer Support: $63,470

Electrician: $44,720

Paralegal: $45,480

Computer Network Specialist: 54,530

Radiologic Technologist: $53,890

Chefs & Head Cooks: $40,820

* SouthCarolinaannualmeanwages,accordingto2018reportsfromU.S.DepartmentofLaborBureauofLaborStatistics.

HVAC Technician: $45,240

Police Officer: $42,280

collegeUP University Transfer Start your college career right here at TCL, and then transfer to the university of your choice.

Credits that transfer.

TCL’s two-year University Transfer degrees transfer in full to many four-year institutions in and out of the state— including Clemson, University of South Carolina and SouthCarolinaStateUniversity.*naddition,TCLoers 86coursesthattransfertoanyS.C.publiccollegeor university.

Start here; save tons.

PursuecollegeatTCLforafractionofthecostofother colleges and universities. With S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance, full-time tuition is about $1,500 a semester. In addition,manystudentsqualifyforother4nancialaidand scholarship assistance. In fact, many attend TCL tuition-free.

University Transfer Degrees: A ssociate in Arts Transfer Block A rts, Humanities, Social Science Transfer Block  Early

Childhood,Elementary,SpecialEdTransferBlock  General

EducationBusiness & TransferBlock A ssociate in Science Transfer Block  Science

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Transfer to:

*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.

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saveUP Lower Tuition TCLoershighereducationatalowprice.Financialaidand scholarshippackagesmakeTCLmoreaordable(orevenfree).

Financial Aid Financial 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.

The4rststepistocompletethefederalgovernment$sFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www. fafsa.ed.gov.TCL$sschoolcodeis091.Here$saBGtip, startthe4nancialaidprocessearlybecauseittakestimeto complete.Remember,4nancialaidquali4cationsvary.

TCL Scholarships Thecollegeoersavarietyofscholarshipstosupport your academic journey. The annual application process is fully online and allows you to apply for more than 50 TCL Scholarships with just one application.

S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance LTA can pay around 40 percent of TCL’s tuition for South Carolina residents. LTA brings full-time tuition and fees per12-hoursemestertoaround$1,50.*Plus,there$sno separate application required.

Building a Better Lowcountry BBL allows recent public high school graduates in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties to attend college at www.tcl.edu/save

TCL tuition-free.

The Real Deal Tuition & Fees, Per Full-Time/ 12-Hour Semester**

TCL

$1,550

USC Beaufort

$5,340

College of Charleston

$6,259

USC Columbia

$6,344

Clemson Winthrop

$7,560 $7,653

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doubleUP Dual Enrollment Earn college credit while in high school through TCL’s Dual Enrollment program.

QualiQedhighschooljuniorsandseniors in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties can earn college credit for high school classes through participation in TCL Dual Enrollment.

Save money.

At a fraction of the price of four-year universities, TCL oersthemostaordabletuitionintheLowcountry.n addition, several school districts cover the entire cost of dual enrollment courses.

Lighten your future college load.

Taking your basic college freshman and sophomore courses at TCL can lighten your academic load at your future university, which means you pay less and can graduate sooner.

Go into a career right after high school.

EarnaTCLcerti4cateorassociatedegreeinacareerortechnicalpathw gorightintothecareer4eldwhenyougraduate.

ACCREDITED TCL is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to awardAssociateDegrees,Diplomas,andCerti4cates. www.tcl.edu/dual

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Fast Facts students

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95% graduate placement

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