Dropping or withdrawing from a class

Dropping after the semester starts

• You may drop a class without record and with a tuition refund during the add/drop period. Mandatory fees still apply.

Withdrawing from a class

• You may withdraw after the add/drop period and prior to the first day of the final exam period. Your transcript will reflect a grade of W.
• You are responsible for all tuition and mandatory fees.

Drop/withdraw instructions

To drop or withdraw (Navigate app)

1. Sign in to your Navigate app.
2. Click on Planner.
3. Click “View/Edit Schedule”.
4. Open the menu and select “Drop Course”.

Dropping (deleting) a class before the start of the semester (Navigate Student Planner)

1. Log in at tcl.navigate.eab.com.
2. Go to Academic Planner.
3. Click Pick Times.
4. Under Registered Courses, open the course menu.
5. Choose Drop Course and confirm.

Tuition refund deadlines

Fall tuition refund deadlines

Spring tuition refund deadlines

Summer tuition refund deadlines

Tuition & fees

Details: tcl.edu/tuition-fees

Pay your bill or sign up for the payment plan

Log in to selfservice.tcl.edu and select “Student Finance.” A 25% down payment is required. A $25 late fee may be assessed for each monthly payment not paid by the due date.

Tuition (as of Summer 2026; subject to change)

• In-state service area (Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, Jasper counties): $228/credit hour
• In-state non-service area (all other SC counties, plus Chatham and Effingham counties in GA): $253/credit hour
• Non-resident (outside SC): $474/credit hour

Mandatory fees

• Student fee: $100/semester (non-refundable)
• Technology fee: $50/semester (non-refundable)
• General course fee: $15 per credit hour per semester (general education)
• Tech course fee: $20 per credit hour per semester (technical courses)
• Specific fees: $100–$685 for certain classes (see tuition/fees page)

Fines

• Late payment: $25 per occurrence
• Returned check: $35 per occurrence

Business Office contact

Email: businessoffice@tcl.edu

Student resources

• Tutoring: tcl.edu/tutoring • 843-525-8221 • tutoringcenter@tcl.edu
• Personal counseling: tcl.edu/counseling • 843-525-8208
• Disability services: tcl.edu/disability • 843-525-8219 • ada@tcl.edu
• Library: tcl.edu/library • 843-525-8304 • library@tcl.edu
• Student Support Services (TRIO): tcl.edu/sss • 843-525-8265
• Campus life: tcl.edu/activities • 843-525-8312
• Employment marketplace: tcl.edu/employment-marketplace

Military & veterans

More: tcl.edu/military

Tuition Assistance (TA) checklist

1. Submitting TA:
   • Bring completed/approved TA form to the MVP Office for review/submission; or
   • Email the form to mavrc@tcl.edu.

   Submit TA forms as close as possible to registration, but no later than the payment deadline for a regular semester or the first day of class for a mini-semester.

2. Add/drop procedures:
   • Promptly submit updated TA forms reflecting course changes.
   • Verify with the Business Office that TA forms match your current schedule.

MyCAA checklist

1. Complete enrollment steps.
2. Create an account at mycaa.militaryonesource.mil.
3. Email mavrc@tcl.edu to discuss program options.
4. Choose a program with your MyCAA counselor.
5. Request an Education and Training Plan (ETP) from mavrc@tcl.edu.
6. Submit the ETP to your MyCAA counselor.
7. After approval, submit your voucher to mavrc@tcl.edu.

GI Bill® & financial aid info (high-level)

1. Complete enrollment steps.
2. Active duty/veterans: request Joint Services Transcript (JST) and send for evaluation.
3. Apply for VA benefits at va.gov and submit Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to gibill@tcl.edu.
4. Each semester: submit Veterans Enrollment Certification Request Form at tcl.edu/vaforms.
5. Report any schedule/major changes immediately to gibill@tcl.edu.

Important TCL phone numbers

Academic divisions

• Arts and Sciences: 843-525-8281
• Business/Industrial Technologies: 843-525-8241
• Culinary & Hospitality/Tourism: 843-305-8546
• Health Sciences: 843-525-8267

Emergency & security

Emergency: Dial 9-1-1, then alert TCL Security.

• Security (Beaufort): 843-525-8301
• Security (Colleton): 843-592-8961
• Security (Hampton): 843-812-8262
• Security (New River): 843-470-6006

Locations map and Beaufort Mather Campus buildings

Beaufort Mather Campus buildings (text alternative)

• Bldg. 1 Owen Hall: Beaufort Arts Council, Mather Museum
• Bldg. 2 Coleman Hall: Academic Affairs; Center for Business and Workforce Solutions; Clist Center for Excellence; Disability Services; Foundation; Information Technology; Institutional Advancement; Kozak Office of Workforce Development; Marketing & Public Relations; Student Support Services; Talent Search
• Bldg. 3 Anderson Hall: Business Office; Cashier; V.P. for Administrative Services
• Bldg. 4: Health Sciences
• Bldg. 6: Human Resources; Physical Therapy Assistant; President; President’s Boardroom
• Bldg. 8 Moor Hall: Admissions; Financial Aid; Navigators; Student Records; Testing Center; The HUB; V.P. for Student Services
• Bldg. 9: Arts and Sciences; Tutoring Center
• Bldg. 10: Biology; Chemistry; Cosmetology
• Bldg. 11: Security
• Bldg. 12 MacLean Hall: Auditorium; Library; Student Center; Veterans Resource Center; Campus Counselor
• Bldg. 14: Computer Technology; Cyber Security; Early Care & Education; Business and Industrial Technology; Electronics
• Bldg. 15: HVAC; Welding
• Bldg. 16: Building Construction Technology; Criminal Justice Technology
• Bldg. 19, 26: Custodial Services; Facility Management; Maintenance; Receiving
• Bldg. 23: Emergency Medical Technician; Phlebotomy
• Bldg. 24: Certified Nursing Assistant

Five fun facts about TCL

1. Founded in 1868. TCL traces its history to The Mather School.
2. Five campuses. Beaufort Mather, Culinary Institute of the South, New River, Hampton, and TCL Colleton (plus online).
3. Alma mater. Written by Lowcountry performing artist Mahoganee Amiger.
4. Bell tower. Built in 2001 on Beaufort Mather Campus.
5. King Tide mascot. Arrived February 2025; tcl.edu/kingtide.

Important dates

All dates are subject to change. Visit tcl.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Fall 2026

• Labor Day — College Closed: Mon., 9/7/26
• Fall Graduation Application Deadline: 10/30/26
• Election Day — No classes, College Open: Tues., 11/3/26
• Thanksgiving — College Closed: Thurs., 11/26/26–Fri., 11/27/26
• Winter Break — College Closed: Mon., 12/21/26–Fri., 1/1/27

Spring 2027

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day — College Closed: Mon., 1/18/27
• Spring Graduation Application Deadline: 3/31/27
• Spring Break — No Classes: Mon., 3/8/27–Fri., 3/12/27
• Graduation: Fri., 5/7/27

Summer 2027

• Memorial Day — College Closed: Mon., 5/31/27
• Summer Graduation Application Deadline: 6/31/27
• *Health Sciences labs and clinicals, Culinary and Cosmetology labs.