Financial Aid

Tuition, fees, and financial assistance information for Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC.

Charleston, SC

What Does It Cost to Attend Trident Technical College?

In-State Tuition and Fees

$5,050

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$8,620

Average Net Price

$1,818

Price Difference

$3,232

Avg. financial aid

How Trident Technical College Compares

$5,050 is moderately affordable for in-state SC students at Trident Technical College, comparable to many peer trade and community colleges. Compare with program-specific tuition where applicable, since some trades carry materials or lab fees not captured in the headline number.

What Are the Tuition & Fees at Trident Technical College?

In-State Students $5,050

Annual published tuition and required fees for residents of SC

Out-of-State Students $8,620

Annual published tuition and required fees for non-residents

Average Net Price $1,818

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Students at Trident Technical College in SC pay $5,050 per year before financial aid. After grants and scholarships are applied, the typical cost drops to $1,818.

What Is the Net Price by Family Income at Trident Technical College? (2023-24)

At $1,057 for the lowest income bracket, Trident Technical College provides meaningful financial support to its most economically disadvantaged students.

$0 - $30,000

$1,057

$30,001 - $48,000

$516

$48,001 - $75,000

$1,141

$75,001 - $110,000

$2,174

Over $110,000

$6,542

What Financial Aid Is Available at Trident Technical College? (2023-24)

An impressive 93% of first-time, full-time undergraduates at Trident Technical College benefit from grant or scholarship funding. Review the full breakdown below.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

1,212 of 1,305 students

93%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

1,212 (93%)

Average Award

$10,831

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

600 (46%)

Average Award

$6,577

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

1,071 recipients (82%)

$5,475 avg

Institutional Grants

820 recipients (63%)

$3,890 avg

What Are the Student Loan Numbers at Trident Technical College? (2023-24)

Borrowing rates are low at Trident Technical College: 13% of undergraduates use federal loans, with a typical loan of $4,419.

Total Borrowers

1,858

13% of students

Average Loan Amount

$4,419

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Payment Plans Available

Students at Trident Technical College can often access payment flexibility beyond traditional loans. Contact the school to learn about options including:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 00492000
IPEDS ID: 218894

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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