Trade and career programs at Florence-Darlington Technical College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding | Certificate | 97 | $42,603 | $46,368 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 41 | $36,631 | $50,249 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 39 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Certificate | 37 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 33 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Certificate | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Associate degree | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Associate degree | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 12 | n/a | $47,417 | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Florence-Darlington Technical College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $4,636 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,406 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $6,944 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $7,201 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $6,286 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $5,851 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $9,903 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 32% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 58% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $34,558 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,500 in federal student loans.
- 56% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Florence-Darlington Technical College cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,636 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $6,944 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Florence-Darlington Technical College?
32% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Florence-Darlington Technical College graduates earn?
Welding certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $42,603 one year after finishing.
Is Florence-Darlington Technical College accredited?
Florence-Darlington Technical College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Florence, Florence: $18,637 a year
- Greenville Technical College, Greenville: $5,780 a year
- Horry-Georgetown Technical College, Conway: $6,702 a year
- Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton: $4,599 a year
- Spartanburg Community College, Spartanburg: $5,246 a year
- Piedmont Technical College, Greenwood: $4,969 a year
More: all trade schools in South Carolina · Florence-Darlington Technical College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.