2026 State of the College
2026 State of the College
2026 State of the College
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IT TAKES A COMMUNITY

TCL offers the hands-on skills and high-tech training that employers need, which helps you get the job you want. Even better, our programs are highly flexible and can be completed on your timeline. With TCL’s certificate and associate degree programs, university transfer pathways and fast-track workforce options, you can go from graduation day to payday in two years or less. Plus, our affordable tuition can help make debt-free college a reality. 

With the TCL community supporting you, there's nothing you can't do.

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2,940

Students in Fall 2023 in Credit & Workforce Development Programs

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12:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

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90,000+

Students since 1968

Career Pathways


 

The Technical College of the Lowcountry offers 60+ degree, certificate and diploma pathways across credit and non-credit programs.

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TCL Stories


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

– Shirley Torres

Computer Technology Student
& Future Video Game Programmer

NEWS AND EVENTS

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TCL Celebrates 2026 Graduates

The Technical College of the Lowcountry celebrated its 2026 commencement ceremony Friday evening, May 8, at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, honoring 349 graduates who collectively earned 520 college credentials

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New Student Orientation is in a few days. Get Ready. Get Connected. Get Started. Learn about Financial Aid, Textbook Reservations, Dual Enrollment, Tutoring & Library Services and Student Support Services ... Register today! ... See MoreSee Less

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Meet the team dedicated to helping TCL students succeed every step of the way. 🎓

At Technical College of the Lowcountry, our Financial Aid team does more than help students navigate the financial aid process. They create opportunities that change lives.

Through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program, students gain more than financial assistance. They build confidence, develop professional skills, earn valuable work experience, and become an integral part of the TCL community.

"In the Financial Aid Office, we've had the privilege of watching students grow from their first day on the job into confident leaders who are ready for what's next," says Jillian Kirkland, Director of Financial Aid (center in the photo). "Federal Work-Study isn't just about financial assistance. It's about creating opportunities that help students succeed in the classroom, in the workplace, and beyond."

We're proud to recognize the incredible team that makes this work possible every day:

• Jillian Kirkland – Director of Financial Aid
• Kevyn Richmond – Financial Aid Coordinator
• Lathea Fennell – Financial Aid Coordinator
• Alysha Kromm – Financial Aid Coordinator
• Nina Clark – Financial Aid Specialist

Thank you to our Financial Aid team for your unwavering commitment to serving our students and helping them achieve their educational and career goals. Your dedication strengthens not only individual student success, but the entire TCL community. 👏

Learn more about TCL’s Financial Aid resources and discover how our team can help you take the next step toward achieving your educational goals: www.tcl.edu/financial-aid-tuition/financial-aid/

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🌴🍋 Passport? Not required. Appetite? Absolutely.

This summer, take your taste buds on a trip to the vibrant coastlines of Latin America—without ever leaving Bluffton! Grab your favorite foodie (or come solo!) and join Chef Damon Dickerson for a hands-on cooking class filled with fresh flavors, fun techniques, and dishes you'll want to make again and again.

Saturday, July 25, 2026
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Culinary Institute of the South
Buckwalter Place | 1 Venture Drive, Bluffton

Latin Coastal Cuisine – Global Cuisine. You'll create delicious dishes bursting with bright citrus, tropical flavors, and bold Latin-inspired seasonings while learning professional cooking techniques in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Come hungry.
Leave inspired.
Impress your friends at your next dinner party.

🎟️ Seats are limited, so don't wait! Reserve your spot today:
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Tag the friend you'd bring to class!

#TCL #CulinaryInstituteoftheSouth #CookingClass #BlufftonSC #FoodieFun #SummerEvents #LatinCuisine #LearnToCook #FoodLovers #LowcountryLiving
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