Aiken Technical College campus

Built for Students, by Students

Help verify tuition, housing costs, and campus life data

Public, 2-Year
Graniteville, SC

Aiken Technical College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in SC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,044

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

19.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$39,225

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Aiken Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Graniteville, SC. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,044, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 19.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$10,088

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$9,225

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$82,162

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$174,412

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 19%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Aiken Technical College is $12,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
66.5%
33.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
47.0%
Black
37.2%
Hispanic
10.2%
Two or more
2.7%
Asian
1.1%
Unknown
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
International
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,044

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,653
$30k - $48k$6,044
$48k - $75k$6,104
$75k+$9,906

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$12,250
Pell Grant Recipients45.4%
Using Federal Loans11.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment31.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$3,903
Avg. Pell Grant$4,982
Avg. State/Local Grant$3,692
Avg. Institutional Grant$991
Students Receiving Grants99.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

57.4%

Success

19.0%

In-State Cost

$5,044

Age 25+ Students

38.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 4

Working at 6yr

1,053 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Graniteville. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!