The bottom line: SKILLS are the key to a successful career.

TCL offers the higher education credentials that employers want. In fact, with TCL’s fast-track certificate, diploma and associate degree programs, you can go from graduation day to payday in just a year or two. Plus, the skills you learn will help you stand out against the competition and set you up for better pay and bigger roles. Best yet: our affordable tuition makes debt-free college a reality. Now is the time to enroll for the spring semester. Classes start January 8.

We can help! Contact us at admissions@tcl.edu or call at 843-525-8207.


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  • We Mean Business

    The Technical College of the Lowcountry offers a wide range of accredited business and legal programs from accounting, administrative office technology, entrepreneurship, paralegal and more. Many of these programs can be completed fully online or in-person at a campus near you.

    Why TCL?

    You Matter Here

    Student success is why we do what we do. Small classes and dedicated faculty ensure you get the personal attention you deserve.

    Tuition You Can Afford

    At $214 per credit hour, TCL is one-third to one-half the cost of other S.C. universities. Financial aid and scholarships make it more affordable (or even free).

    Convenient & Flexible

    Your busy life demands college that meets you where you are. Get the flexibility you need with evening and online classes and four campus locations.


    Student View

    “I love TCL’s flexibility and support structure.
    The staff and faculty do their best
    to make sure you can reach your next goal.

    I am so close to a better future for me and my family. Plus, I’ll have a career that I’m passionate about.”

    Shirley Torres,
    Computer Technology Student
    & Future Video Game Programmer