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Is Trident Technical College Worth It?

Charleston, SC · Midsize city · 10,512 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

Trident Technical College is a Associate's College located in midsize city in Charleston, SC. It enrolls approximately 10,512 students. 30% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — low, which is a red flag worth researching before enrolling. With $38,253 median earnings and $13,029 median debt, median debt equals about 4 months of gross pay (estimate) — a solid ROI. Only 29% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school — a warning sign about post-graduation outcomes.

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$1,406
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,029
Median Earnings (10yr)
$38,253
4-yr Grad Rate
30%
Tuition (In-State)
$4,546
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$8,620
3-yr Loan Repayment
29%
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