Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) is located in Florence, South Carolina and is a part of the South Carolina Technical College System. This two-year community college was established in 1963 and it currently serves more than 5600 students. Students will be able to pursue various associate’s degrees and diplomas at this college. There are also many technical and vocational certificate opportunities to consider. Students will be able to enjoy many programs that will lead to potentially lucrative careers. FDTC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
FDTC has both a practical nursing program and an associate’s degree in nursing program. Nursing students who graduate from this program go on to find jobs in the field of nursing very quickly. Students are prepared to pass the NCLEX-PN or NCLEX-RN licensure exam by receiving a very complete education. Prospective nurses will be ready to provide the best possible care to all patients in a variety of different medical settings. The practical nursing program is approved by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation Board of Nursing. The associate’s degree in nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleSmall Suburb |
| Number of Students5,439 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio20:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate52% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 11 | 92 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 16 |
| Certificate | 0 | 2 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences 01/01/2005 - Current |
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1970 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 12/01/1975 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $171/credit | |
| In State Students | $182/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $260/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $7,695 | $8,190 | $11,700 |
| ADN | 70 | $11,970 | $12,740 | $18,200 |
| BSN | 125 | $21,375 | $22,750 | $32,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 93% of Florence-Darlington Technical College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 65% | $5,231 |
| Other Federal Grant | 12% | $500 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 60% | $4,158 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 4% | $1,068 |
| Federal Student Loans | 24% | $4,407 |
| Private Loans | -- | $7,867 |
$3,565
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$2,992 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$2,753 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$4,217 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$5,852 |
| Over $110,000$6,053 |
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Student Population
5,439
Undergrads
0
Graduates
3,457
Women
1,982
Men
38%
Full-time
62%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
44% |
|
Black/African American |
39% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
11% |
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Hispanic |
2% |
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Two or more races |
2% |
|
Asian |
1% |
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Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and South Carolina state board of nursing.
