2024 Top Colleges for Trades and Personal Services in South Carolina

• Columbia, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  4,549 reviews

Freshman: The university of South Carolina is very diverse. The professors are very genuine and passionate about what the teach. The campus is in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia. It gives you the mix of city life in a more southern area. The students are very kind and love to have fun. The athletic teams here work very hard and continue to improve each and every season. The campus has tons of options for affordable housing. I personally find the 650 Lincoln the best. The campus has many food options, from home-cooked food, to establishments such as Chick-fil-a, jersey mikes, Starbucks, and many more options. The student life is great, and very safe. The campus has its own police force, with emergency stations placed all throughout campus. It's known that if you press an emergency station, an officer will be there to help in less than 60 seconds. If you're looking for a diverse, and fun community to learn and grow with, then the University of South Carolina is an amazing place to apply to!... Read 4,549 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $21,898

• SAT range 1150-1360

• Orangeburg, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  1,200 reviews

Senior: Claflin is a very amazing college. The professor really care about your education! I am thankful that I have chosen this college to attend. I would like for the perimeter of the campus to be a lot brighter and safer on campus . The parking lot need more lighting and security to protect students and their vehicles.... Read 1,200 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $19,308

• SAT range 840-1040

• Greenville, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  1,109 reviews

Sophomore: BJU is a really great school! The academics provide a challenge that really makes you feel like you earned your degree. The campus life is great as well. All the students and faculty that you meet just walking around campus are very kind and friendly. The biggest thing for me is the Christian atmosphere at BJU. This school is really helping me grow as a person, academically, socially, and spiritually. The atmosphere of the school, however, (enforced by the rule book) is very conservative so if you have a problem with more traditional-style rules then this isn’t the school for you. The biggest thing I would change about the school is the price. While more affordable than some other college, financial aid is still required. Even with the price being the way it is, still a phenomenal college overall!... Read 1,109 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $19,049

• SAT range —

• Pendleton, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  480 reviews

Freshman: During my first year at Tri-County Technical College, I was surrounded by students and staff with a can-do attitude and a willingness to help others. The broadcasted and available support throughout the campus makes the students feel like they are not alone through their college journey, whether they are freshmen or seniors. Something that I enjoyed and made a difference in my academic career was the Student Success Center. There were many resources that were available in the center that could help with not only studying but for extra help if needed. Some of the resources that were available included; tutoring services, private study rooms, and the writing center. Something that I would like to see change is the hours of the campus store. The store closes at five-thirty. This closing time can be difficult for some students due to the times that their classes get out. A way that this could be altered is to have it close with the rest of the resources at the Student Success Center.... Read 480 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,121

• SAT range —

• Charleston, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  927 reviews

Other: I love attending Trident Technical College. This college has the resources needed for every student to become successful in the career path of their choice. Just a few years ago, I wanted to make a career change from the food and beverage to construction. While I was taking classes on the construction industry working towards my construction management certification, I got the confidence and assist from Trident Tech to better equipment me for searching, applying, interviewing, and negotiating with employers to become successful in my field. I have been in construction for over 2 years and I enjoy it.... Read 927 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $2,514

• SAT range —

• Greenville, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  855 reviews

Freshman: I definitely like my professors and the campus that Greenville tech has provided so far. The only con I have experienced so far has been the enrollment process. I had a difficult time getting in touch with an advisor at first and the overall enrollment process was lengthy and unlike other colleges I applied to. Besides that, my teachers have been amazing, the campus has so much to offer (even a Starbucks in the student success center!) I would recommend Greenville Tech to anyone who has the goal of getting things accomplished in the academic aspect of their life. Definitely a good option to consider!... Read 855 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,440

• SAT range —

• West Columbia, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  701 reviews

Senior: I've loved my experience on campus and online! All staff is nice and helpful. The campus is always clean. My personal financial aid advisor has made my recent college experience a breeze. She’s answered my questions regarding classes at midlands tech as well as class at the college I plan to go once I graduate from Midlands Technical College. I love that I have been able to take classes at Midlands Tech that will transfer to Columbia College towards my degree in Social Work. It’s very helpful because not only are they more financially suitable, I can already begin working on my 4 year degree which will lessen my time once I officially begin. Everything has met my expectations.... Read 701 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,146

• SAT range —

• Conway, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  587 reviews

Sophomore: Horry-Georgetown Technical College is perfect for studying a specific subject you are passionate about pursuing professionally or just gaining your standard academic credits (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, History, etc.) to transfer them to a 4-year university. The academics here are great and the courses are quite flexible in terms of times of day and campus, whether that be in Georgetown, Myrtle Beach, Conway, or online. There is also a decent amount of diversity, and the prices are the best I've seen in the education world. If I could change anything about the college, I would increase student engagement, but Phi Theta Kappa is currently working on a student lounge to promote that! I love that the college president is always willing to listen to students and make adjustments to the college in order to make it a better experience for everyone.... Read 587 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,407

• SAT range —

• Spartanburg, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  331 reviews

Sophomore: Love it! Every representative works with you the whole time and makes the experience nice and personal each time, I am online but each teacher I've had worked with me to find the right times for my crazy schedule. I am very excited for my future and what is next in my life. I also love how this years tuition is free... Read 331 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $4,195

• SAT range —

• Charleston, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  855 reviews

Freshman: The school overall is really open, everyone's so happy and friendly! The events they have are always so fun, which also there's is always something going on! The foods are pretty decent, there are so many choices to choose from including Chic-fil-a, Bucstop, Coffee shop, and the dining hall! The scenery is so beautiful, especially the ponds and buildings. The professors are helpful and nice, they have so many helpful resources around campus as well. They have jobs students can do, work-studys, or just helping around! I love the campus and the people within it! Its very safe as they have campus security patrolling at nights! As this is a Christian Campus, they have so many ways to connect, find connection and to worship!... Read 855 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $18,182

• SAT range 990-1200

• Rock Hill, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  351 reviews

Senior: I am currently a dual enrollment student for York Technical College. I enjoy the wide variety of classes that are offered. Before applying, I only heard of how it was a great college for my major(nursing), nothing more. I expected my classes to possibly be difficult but they were actually easy and positively challenging. I genuinely have enjoyed and learned from my current school experience while taking these classes. Something I would change is their ability to offer more school-related scholarships on their website. This is due to the fact that I usually see little to no scholarship opportunities on their school website.... Read 351 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,915

• SAT range —

• Greenwood, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  200 reviews

Sophomore: During my (currently) short time at piedmont, the professors and staff have been of great assistance. I am taking online courses and getting support is moderately fast and helpful. Any services I have needed have more or less been resolved in 2-3 days. Although the majority is good, one thing that I wish Piedmont had as well as many schools in SC is a more diverse set of majors. While the provided majors offer more than ample opportunity to succeed, having more interesting fields outside of the norm would generate more traction in my opinion. As I have been a solely online student I cannot certain of the exact living environment of the Piedmont campus such as the housing, food, and student interaction. But based on the multiple posts of on-campus activities and health and safety warnings on the Piedmont website, I can say that I would feel pretty safe going to in-person classes.... Read 200 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $12,039

• SAT range —

• Gaffney, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  328 reviews

Senior: I have had a wonderful experience at Limestone as a student-athlete and full time day student. As a small university, it provides smaller class sizes and you get to know all your professors very well. Additionally, it is a close-knit school, with the majority of the students attending being student-athletes. Because of the large variety of sports, there are also many international students and those from around the country that attend, making it a uniquely diverse campus. In the psychology program, I have had the opportunity to talk to many professionals in the field, and even do my own undergraduate research. Overall, Limestone does an excellent job of preparing you for life after graduation and I have enjoyed my time being here!... Read 328 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 88%

• Net price $22,719

• SAT range 980-1160

• Newberry, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.45 out of 5  407 reviews

Freshman: Newberry College offers a close-knit community feel with a relatively small student population. This allows for personalized attention from faculty and staff and encourages a supportive learning environment. The college emphasizes the development of strong relationships between students and professors, promoting mentorship and academic guidance. My experience overall was alright could’ve been better. Being at Newberry College drained me, my depression, and my mental health. Although it was fun for other students but not for me because I came to college for a better learning and understanding. I would like to see their “safety” for young black women change. I wish they would give the guys on campus counseling on how to take rejection.... Read 407 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $19,156

• SAT range 910-1130

• Florence, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  328 reviews

Freshman: Well, I had in the pass taken courses for Early childhood Education and the experience was the most learning experience I ever had because Florence-Darlington Technical College treated me like a human. I loved everything about Florence-Darlington Technical College, they gave me the chance to learn something new, and now again they are willing to help learn even more about new things to keep up with the world today.... Read 328 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $1,491

• SAT range —

• Sumter, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  262 reviews

Freshman: The teachers make the assignments interesting and easy to get students more involved and allow them to finish in time. It has great resources to help students succeed throughout their academic journey. Provides free tuition for students seeking affordable education as well as low tuition costs. Provides a number of different certifications for students wanting to attend a two year college. Allows students to attend for an associates degree causing them to also be able to transfer a large amount of credits over to a four year college if they were wanting to achieve in getting a bachelors degree in their major. Allows anyone with a 2.0 gpa or higher to attend, is adverse, accepts students with disabilities, and very easy to get in touch with or get with when reaching out to seek help. Very helpful with financial and registering for classes as students are able to either go to the school to seek for answers or just call from their device during weekdays.... Read 262 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,569

• SAT range —

• Orangeburg, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  103 reviews

Junior: My experience at Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College (OCTECH) was amazing. The instructors are incredible and easy to rely on in tough situations. The library provides amazing insights about what to use; on top of that, they are very organized and professional. Unlimited tools and quick knowledge that will push you forward in life. So far, this has been the best year with OCTECH in my life. If you wanna get you associates degree in any technical field, this is the place for you!!... Read 103 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,978

• SAT range —

• Graniteville, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  195 reviews

Sophomore: Aiken Technical College has provided a one stop shop for pursuing my Nursing degree. While taking my Pre-requisite courses online I was able to work and provide for my family. Now I have been accepted into the RN program for my associates degree. Their partnership with The University of Phoneix allows me to pursue my BSN by taking classes during the breaks ATC has. I would like to see more financial aid and loans available.... Read 195 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $4,033

• SAT range —

• Beaufort, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  193 reviews

Sophomore: Technical College of the Lowcountry is a great place to start achieving more academics to become the better version of yourself. I personally have gain great confidence in myself, starting from the professors that connect with their students to help them achieve opportunities. The campus is very beautiful including all the historical events that have happened in the Lowcountry that creates an atmosphere of pride to part of a community.... Read 193 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,999

• SAT range —

• Conway, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Freshman: I left the school because they help you with everything teachers are great Courses are understandable what do anything for you are shrooms a small excess what makes it really good... Read 1 review

• grade D minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $22,375

• SAT range —

• Cheraw, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  51 reviews

Sophomore: The teachers, staff, and students are amazing people. The teachers want there students to learn and understand the information they are teaching. They want the best for there students so that we may be successful in our future professions. The students that attend this college have goal centered and are working to have an excellent Future.... Read 51 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,989

• SAT range —

• Denmark, SC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.42 out of 5  19 reviews

Alum: Graduated in 1992, the overall experience was ok. Denmark was a very small town and somewhat secluded. Not a city for a person used to a up beat fast city setting. Academics are spot on and professors are caring people. School needs more funding for athletics and overall campus life settings. A good place to focus on a career, and enjoy a country like setting. It once had a open door policy,so be ready to interact with people from all sorts of life and back ground.... Read 19 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $14,597

• SAT range —

• Charleston, SC•

• 2 Year

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $22,857

• SAT range —

• Greenville, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  131 reviews

Junior: Strayer University is an excellent online university for students who are needing a way to further their education without attending a traditional or on-campus school. They provide so many resources to ensure you succeed and are understanding the concepts being taught in their courses. The amount of support is almost unavoidable. They offer peer-to-peer mentoring for students wanting or needing additional one on one support for all things professional, personal or academically. Their center for well-being is also encouraging as it helps with things such as housing help, mental health assistance, and academic stress. Strayer University has exceeded its expectations for me and what I thought online schooling was going to be like.... Read 131 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $18,461

• SAT range —

• Kingstree, SC•

• 2 Year

• •
  Rating 3.86 out of 5  28 reviews

Graduate Student: I attended Williamsburg technical college before transferring to a 4 year college. What I like about the college is the class size. It allows students to learn better and receive the help that they need with assignments. The staff members were very helpful with any questions or concerns that I had. Overall, it was a great experience.... Read 28 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,014

• SAT range —