CCTC is addressing the labor shortage through access, training and pathways that begin in high school.
Qualifying students can take one course or a full load to achieve their educational goals.
Funding for no-cost tuition will automatically be applied to students enrolled in a qualifying program after applying all other financial aid.
Textbooks and supplies are not covered and some fees apply.
Not all CCTC programs are covered under the no-cost tuition for summer. Interested students should see the qualifications on the college website at cctech.edu.
Summer 2022
Students attending CCTC in the summer will be eligible for no-cost tuition if they meet the following criteria:
- Must be a SC resident
- Must complete a FAFSA (Free Application For Federal Student Aid)
- Must complete the No-Cost Tuition Affidavit or have one on file
- Must have declared an eligible academic program of study (Associate in Arts and Associate in Science programs are not covered for Summer 2022)
Dual enrollment students, transient students (students who have a home college and are visiting students at CCTC to take a few classes) and students who have not declared an academic program of study are not eligible for summer no-cost tuition.
Summer courses begin on May 18, 2022.
Fall 2022 Students
Students attending CCTC in the fall will be eligible for no-cost tuition if they meet the following criteria:
- Must be a SC resident
- Must have a 2.0 GPA from previous academic year if previously received funds
- Must complete a FAFSA (Free Application For Federal Student Aid)
- Must complete the No-Cost Tuition Affidavit or have one on file
- Must have declared an eligible academic program of study (Associate in Arts and Associate in Science programs are covered for Fall 2022)
Fall courses begin August 22, 2022.
See if you qualify!
For more information on no-cost tuition options for summer and fall, contact Financial Aid at 803-778-7812 or Admissions at 803-778-7850.
Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Technology
Automotive Technology (Certificate)
Automotive Diagnostic Technology (Certificate)
Basic Air Conditioning and Heating (Certificate)
Advanced Air Conditioning and Heating (Certificate)
Basic Machining and CNC Fundamentals (Certificate)
Advanced CNC Programming (Certificate)
Engineering Design Technology (Associate Degree)
Mechatronics Fundamentals (Certificate)
Basic Mechatronics Technology (Certificate)
Advanced Mechatronics Technology (Certificate)
Welding (Certificate)
Pipe Welding (Advanced Certificate)
Arts & Sciences
Associate Degree in Arts
Associate Degree in Science
Professional Studies
Accounting (Associate Degree)
Accounting Specialist (Certificate)
Computer Technology (Associate Degree)
Computer Specialist (Certificate)
Cybersecurity (Certificate)
Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management (Certificate)
Human Resource Specialist (Certificate)
Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Certificate)
Management (Associate Degree)
Marketing and Sales for Small Business (Certificate)
Office Management (Certificate)
Supervision and Leadership Foundations (Certificate)
Police Pre-Academy Training (Certificate)
Criminal Justice Technology (Associate Degree)
Early Care and Education (Associate Degree)
Early Childhood Development (Certificate)
Infant and Toddler Care (Certificate)
Child Care Assistant (Certificate)
Human Services (Associate Degree)
Human Services (Certificate)
Gerontology (Certificate)
Paralegal (Associate Degree)
Nursing & Health Sciences
Pre-Nursing Preparatory (Certificate)
Nursing (ADN)(NURS)(Associate Degree)
Nursing (LPN to ADN Option)(Associate Degree)
Medical Assisting (Diploma)
Medical Record Coding (Certificate)
Inpatient Medical Coding (Certificate)
Pharmacy Technician
Surgical Technology (Associate Degree)
Environmental Engineering Technology & Natural Resources
Environmental Engineering Technology (Associate Degree)
Environmental, Health & Safety (Certificate)
Wastewater Operator (Certificate)
Water Operator (Certificate)
Natural Resources Management (Associate Degree)
Training & Continuing Education Opportunities
The college and the Division of Workforce Development are dedicated to providing quality training and technical assistance to the citizens, business and industries throughout our four-county service area. Workforce training is available in Allied Health, Defensive Driving/Constable, Industrial Technology, Product Technician, Safety and Truck Driver/Forklift.