Greenville Technical College (GTC) Academics and Admissions

Academics

Founded in the early 1960s, Greenville Technical College (GTC) operates four campuses in South Carolina, offering more than 130 programs in a wide variety of areas, as well as university transfer programs and a wide range of non-credit corporate and career development options. The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Specific programs are also accredited by organizations, such as the American Culinary Federation, the American Bar Association, the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, and many others. The school is composed of four divisions: the Arts and Sciences Division; the Business/ Public Service Division; the Health Sciences & Nursing Division; and the Technology Division. Some of the popular areas of study offered for undergraduates at Greenville Technical College include biotechnology, developmental studies, computer programming, culinary arts, accounting, criminal justice, nursing, pharmacy technician, surgical technology, architectural engineering technology, aircraft maintenance technology, and automotive technology.

The Corporate and Career Development Division at Greenville offers flexible class schedules that have been designed to help students increase professional competence or prepare for new jobs or careers. The college also provides students with assistance and training so that they can develop and improve their academic and study skills. Academic advising is readily available to help students develop their educational plans. The college also has a special honors program for exceptional students. Class sizes at Greenville are small. Online learning options are available.

Most Popular Fields of Study

Information Summary

Ranks 46th in South Carolina and 2513th overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	56.8
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$5,780
Admission Success rate	N/A
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	13 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	50% / 32%
Enrollment Total (all students)	10,864

Admissions

Students who wish to apply to Greenville must first make an appointment for an admissions interview with one of the college

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Financial Aid

Although the tuition rates at this school are comparatively affordable, the majority of the students at GTC receive some form of state, federal, private, or institutional financial assistance. Forms of aid that are available for students include grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study. The college also offers a number of scholarships and grants for students. Some are based on merit; others require applicants to demonstrate evidence of financial need. Students may check the college

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Students

Greenville has a diverse student body, with students hailing from many different states and countries. There are plenty of academic and social support services to help students make the transition to college. Clubs, organizations, and activities include academic, professional, political, social, talent, athletic, student government, media, religious, service, multicultural, special interest, and honor groups. Popular organizations include the Associated General Contractors Student Chapter, the Baptist Collegiate Ministry, Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), Campus Crusade for Christ, the Critics

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Local Community

Greenville and the Upstate community that surrounds the college are home to a wide variety of shops, movie theaters, attractions, restaurants, and performance venues. Greenville’s award-winning downtown area has plenty of fun activities for students, including Greenville Drive Baseball at the new park in the West End, Falls Park on the Reedy with its renowned pedestrian bridge, and the Greenville Zoo.

Greenville Technical College