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Florence-Darlington Technical College was founded in 1963, and is located in South Carolina. The college was originally founded to train people for industrial employment. The initial enrollment of the college records more than 200 students. Today, it serves Darlington, Florence, and Marion counties and operates sites in Lake City, Hartsville, and Mullins. It has a health science complex located in downtown Florence.
FDTC’s main campus comprises eight buildings, and sits upon 100 acres of land. The college awards associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates to its students.
Florence-Darlington Technical College offers numerous activities to its diverse student body. Under U.S federal FDTC is certified to register non-immigrant international students on M-1 and F-1 student visas.
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Campus Location2715 W. Lucas Street
Florence, SC 29501-0548
USA
Main Tel: (843) 661-8324
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Florence-Darlington Technical College HighlightsWhere Florence-Darlington Technical College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in production trades, nursing and emergency medicine, and family and social work.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High female/male ratio.
- Large number of students.
- Racially diverse student body.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Study abroad option
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 395 | 27 | | 1-2 year certificate | 184 | 9 | | < 1 year certificate | 102 | 16 |
Florence Darlington StudentsThe student enrollment at Florence Darlington was 3,956 in 2007 (2,784 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 0% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,452 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,286 | | Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid: Florence Darlington participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 100 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY (20 awarded) - Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (50 awarded) - Accounting
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (17 awarded) - Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (0 awarded) - Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (32 awarded) - Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (46 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Social Work
LAW (12 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (52 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (51 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (18 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (94 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE (12 awarded) - Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (195 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (17 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (48 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (15 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (2 awarded) - Physical Therapist Assistant
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