- Denmark Technical College is a public, comprehensive, Historically Black, two-year technical college located in rural Bamberg County. The College annually serves approximately 2,000 credit and continuing education students, a mix of traditional, nontraditional, full-time and part-time. Denmark Technical College is the only technical college in the State of South Carolina with on-campus housing. As a member of the South Carolina Technical College System, Denmark Technical College's mission is related to the educational mission of the State of South Carolina and the Technical College System.
School Highlights
Denmark Technical College serves 1,000 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- In-state tuition: $2,734
- Out-state tuition: $5,158
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 80%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Denmark Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Denmark Technical College
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
81 staff
177 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Denmark Technical College has grown by 107% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The Denmark Technical College diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,000 students
2,253 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
392 students
622 students
# Part-Time Students
608 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
100 students
279 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
392 students
605 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
608 students
1,965 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
260 students
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
3%
9%
% Black
75%
29%
% White
20%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1558%
0.2579%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.172%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$19,700
$28,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,734 is less than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has declined by 51% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,158 is less than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has declined by 53% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,734
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,158
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$11,729
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%
SAT Reading
n/a
430
SAT Math
n/a
458
SAT Writing
n/a
413
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
18
ACT Writing
n/a
6
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Denmark Technical College was established in 1947. Since 1948, the College has experienced significant growth and now takes pride in the fact that it has become a comprehensive two-year college which offers a broad range of programs and services. The College is located in Denmark, South Carolina, a small city of approximately 5,000 citizens. The campus stands on 53 beautifully landscaped acres of land conveniently located about 50 miles south of Columbia, 85 miles northeast of Charleston, and 50 miles east of Augusta, Georgia. Degree Programs offered includes Computer Technology, Criminal Justice Technology, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, General Business, General Technology, Human Services and Office Systems Technology. Diploma Programs offered includes Automated Office, Barbering, Cosmetology and Pharmacy Technician. Certificate Programs are offered in Accounting, Basic Tailoring/Alterations, Building Construction Fundamentals, Computer Servicing and Repair, Criminal Justice, Customer Service, Early Childhood Development, Food Services, General Automotive Technology, Industrial Processing Technology, Laptop Computer Presentations, Legal Research Assistant, Machine Tool, Medical Record Coder, Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technology, Nail Technology, Nurse Aide, Plumbing, Pre-Medical, Professional Secretary, Shorthand, Welding and Word Processing. Denmark Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Certificates, Diplomas,and Associate Degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Denmark Technical College cost?
Denmark Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,734 for In-State students and $5,158 for Out-State students.
What is Denmark Technical College's ranking?
Denmark Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Carolina for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Least debt for graduating students.
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