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Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, South Carolina · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 2050 Highway 501 East, Conway, SC 29526 · Phone: (843) 347-3186 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Horry-Georgetown Technical College is a public trade and career school in Conway, South Carolina, offering cosmetology, culinary arts, and EMT training programs, accredited by SACS and program-specific bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Horry-Georgetown Technical College has a 37.8% completion rate, below the state average of 52.0%, with median graduate debt of $14,250 and median earnings of $35,507 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and about 39.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 77 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 58 | $34,570 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | $39,909 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | not reported | not reported | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 48 | $33,832 | not reported | $5,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 47 | $33,168 | $38,018 | $8,875 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $35,389 | $27,222 | $17,390 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | $30,299 | $24,615 | $17,262 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 25 | $39,086 | $45,048 | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $36,438 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 18 | $19,994 | $24,421 | $16,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 18 | $19,994 | $24,421 | $16,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $38,813 | $42,309 | $24,875 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $38,813 | $42,309 | $24,875 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $39,909 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $34,570 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $39,909 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $33,832 | not reported | $5,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $35,389 | $27,222 | $17,390 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Horry-Georgetown Technical College is a public trade and career school in Conway, South Carolina, located in a small city setting. The college participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. It holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Across 26 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in cosmetology (77 completers), culinary and pastry arts (71 completers), and EMT and paramedic training (70 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 37.8%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,250, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,507. About 39.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 6,274 undergraduates enrolled and 679 trade program completers, this campus offers a range of short-term certificate and career-training programs alongside longer associate-degree tracks in fields like dental hygiene and radiology technology. Program length details are not specified here, so prospective students—including adult career-changers—should confirm program duration, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone at (843) 347-3186 or via its website. Outcomes and accreditation status can be independently verified through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Horry-Georgetown Technical College offers 26 program families, with the most completers in cosmetology (77), culinary and pastry arts (71), and EMT and paramedic training (70).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 37.8%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,250, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,507, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public college, which generally means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state-supported funding compared to private institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length details are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218140.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program lengths or scheduling flexibility, so adult career-changers should contact the school directly to determine fit for their needs.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school to learn what credentials are needed for specific programs like dental hygiene or EMT training.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Horry-Georgetown Technical College by phone at (843) 347-3186 or visit their website at https://www.hgtc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This comparison is not reported in the available federal data; consult the College Scorecard or contact the school to compare with other regional programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.