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Central Carolina Technical College

Sumter, SC·Public·2,388 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,388 students.

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Accept
2,388
Students
$5,027
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
$29,400
Earnings
10 yr
$6,821
Debt

About This School

Central Carolina Technical College is a public institution located in Sumter, South Carolina with approximately 2,388 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,027 per year. Typical graduates earn $29,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Central Carolina Technical College (CCTC) is a public community college in Sumter, South Carolina. It is part of the South Carolina Technical College System.

This is a strong option for students who want an affordable credential without taking on heavy debt — at just $5,027/year average net price and a median graduation debt of $6,821, the financial risk is low. That said, be clear-eyed about the earnings side: the median income 10 years out is $29,400, which is modest, so the payoff depends heavily on which program you choose. Worth considering for technical or workforce training, but research specific programs carefully to make sure the career outcomes match your goals.

Founded
1962
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions24%
Business & Marketing13%
Computer Science5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$5,715
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,016
Avg Net Price
$5,027
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants44%
Median debt at graduation$6,821

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$6,821
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$6,821
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$24,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White42%
Black48%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,388 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Central Carolina Technical College

506 N Guignard Dr

Sumter, SC 29150-2499

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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