Free Tuition & Fees through spring

Published on October 7, 2022

Wanting to learn new skills, get a better career or secure a brighter future? It just got a little easier. The Technical College of the Lowcountry is offering free tuition and fees* through the spring 2023 semester, thanks to a combination of available federal, state and private funding sources. This promise is our way of showing that we believe in our students and in higher education. 

Who Is Eligible?

TCL’s free tuition program is available to South Carolina residents with a desire to begin or continue their education, including:

  • Adults with some college
  • Adults with no college
  • Recent high school graduates

All college-eligible students who enroll in a TCL academic program for six credit hours or more this spring are eligible for TCL’s free tuition program.

*Includes required fees. Does not include books or required supplies. Does not apply to Dual Enrollment and/or Transient Students.

How Do I Qualify?

To qualify for TCL’s free tuition program, students must complete a 2022-2023 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), or FAFSA waiver (if applicable). Some types of aid require an additional signed affidavit. Please check your TCL email.

Take the Next Step

New Students

Follow these steps to get started at TCL. First up, choose your program pathway and then submit your admissions application online. Contact admissions with any questions you may have.

Current Students

Talk with your advisor, get registered for spring 2023 classes, and make sure your 2022-2023 FAFSA is good to go. We’ll take care of the rest!

Note: The Financial Aid and Business Offices are in the process of setting this up, so it will take some time for your bill to be updated. 


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