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York Technical College
Rock Hill, South Carolina · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 452 S Anderson Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29730 · Phone: (803) 327-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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York Technical College is a public trade school in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offering welding, CNA, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
York Technical College's completion rate is 30.2%, below the state average of 52.0%; median graduate debt is $7,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,257, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for York Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 33.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,720 | $49,980 | $58,370 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,460 | $37,220 | $39,690 |
| Dental assistants | $37,070 | $47,320 | $50,780 |
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $48,890 | $76,870 | $95,430 |
| Construction laborers | $31,200 | $42,940 | $49,120 |
| Medical assistants | $34,730 | $41,160 | $46,950 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,170 | $56,610 | $62,990 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,370 | $61,820 | $71,220 |
| Machinists | $38,270 | $57,970 | $65,290 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,860 | $69,600 | $82,560 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,200 | $48,100 | $63,610 |
| Dental hygienists | $65,700 | $84,340 | $94,830 |
| Surgical technologists | $38,830 | $62,160 | $67,080 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,590 | $40,370 | $46,660 |
| Phlebotomists | $35,760 | $39,010 | $44,600 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $41,440 | $59,330 | $65,690 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 63 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 62 | not reported | $43,426 | $5,317 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $29,449 | $29,685 | $5,750 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | $21,675 | $25,194 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | $43,426 | $5,317 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $29,449 | $29,685 | $5,750 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $35,138 | $38,829 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $35,138 | $38,829 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $51,083 | $48,041 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | $27,880 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $32,022 | $34,847 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
York Technical College is a public trade and career school in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants toward tuition. The college holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Its most-awarded trade programs are welding, CNA classes, and dental assistant training, among 22 program families that include HVAC, lineman training, diesel and auto mechanics, and surgical technology.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 30.2%, which is below the state average of 52.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,257. About 33.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 371 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 3,816 in a small-city setting, York Technical College offers a mix of short certificate programs and longer associate-level training across skilled trades and healthcare support fields. This structure can suit career changers and adults looking for shorter, hands-on pathways, though program length details themselves are not specified here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
York Technical College offers 22 program families, with welding, CNA classes, and dental assistant training among the most-awarded. Other offerings include HVAC, lineman training, diesel and auto mechanics, and surgical technology.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in the Title IV federal student aid program, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 30.2%, which is below the state average of 52.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,257, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 directly at (803) 327-8000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
York Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review completion, debt, and earnings data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218991.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter certificate programs alongside associate-level training suggests options for adults seeking hands-on trade skills, though specific scheduling or format details for career changers are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach York Technical College at (803) 327-8000 or through its website, https://www.yorktech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported in the available data; compare completion, debt, and earnings figures for nearby schools using the College Scorecard.
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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.