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Skip to main content Desire2Learn WebAdvisor MyMathLab Student Email Class Cancellations Library Directory Campus Map Events PassChange Students Faculty/Staff Parents Search FDTC Quick Links Donate Students Desire2Learn MyMathLab Book Store Passchange Library ALEKS Student Email Class Cancellations Staff Portal Employee Email Faculty Senate Employee Leave Intranet WebAdvisor Directory Maverick CMS Admin Parents Tuition Safety Campus Map Programs Accreditations Schedule A Tour Academics Apply Student Life Continuing Ed Visit About Us Search FDTC Alert: All FDTC campuses are closed for the next two weeks (until March 30th). All instruction will be online by March 23. Please visit fdtc.edu/covid-19 for the latest updates. Students should be checking their e-mail accounts for information about signing into their classes in D2L. Other information will also be coming to you via e-mail. Please rest assured that we will be offering you a robust online solution to help you successfully complete your semester. FDTC Update: Coronavirus (COVID-19) See Outbreak Details Here Academics Apply Student Life About Visit Cont Ed Academics Apply About Visit Student Life Cont Ed Call Now News View All News FDTC News is the one place where you can find all of our official community highlights, announcements, & disclosures. Women in STEM Attend FDTC at little to no cost! Wyman Gordon Paid Apprenticeship Program 79% The percentage of full-time, first-time students at FDTC that were awarded some sort of financial assistance to help them pay for college. 22 The number of programs at FDTC that have at least a 75 percent student job placement rate upon graduation in a field related to their major. 729 The number of students that graduated FDTC last year. These proud citizens join the thousands of FDTC alumni working and supporting our community. Discover More The Value of an FDTC Education Explore Academics Graduate with Confidence Apply Now You Could Be One Of Them Campus Life Because Achieving Your Potential Is Exciting There are a ton of opportunities to meet new people and expand your horizons by attending one of FDTC's many student activities. Upcoming Student Activities Community College Benefits Special Programs Affordability Convenience Personal Attention Select the topics to explore just a few of the many reasons for choosing community college. Because of their unique relationship with local businesses, community colleges can offer special programs to students with unique opportunities and learning experiences. FDTC's partnership with Caterpillar and their ThinkBIG program is a great example of these partnerships. While enrolled in the program, students learn to work on full-size caterpillar equipment provided by caterpillar. When compared to four year institutions, the cost to attend community colleges is MUCH more affordable . The average cost of in-state tuition for four year institutions in South Carolina is $16,189 per year. The average cost of in-state tuition for two year community colleges is $4,486 per year. How much money could you save by going to community college? Community Colleges are creating tons of ways to obtain a degree that are convenient for you. At a community college like FDTC you have options to attend classes at multiple campuses, during the day or night, during the week or weekends, or entirely online. Whatever your situation, FDTC probably has an opportunity waiting for you. We know that every student has their own challenges to learning something new. That's why community colleges like FDTC keep class sizes small - so you can get the personal attention and assistance that you need to complete your program at your pace. Take a Tour FDTC The Florence-Darlington Technical Education Center was established in 1963 and presently serves Florence, Darlington, and Marion counties. The College's initial enrollment of 250 students now exceeds 6,000 curriculum students. Its primary campus of less than 10 acres has expanded to nearly 240 acres with a modern complex of eight major buildings totaling nearly 350,000 square feet. Experience the Campus FDTC Virtual Tour Schedule a Tour SiMT Today, the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing & Technology houses the most advanced additive manufacturing center and 3D virtual reality production studio in the region and the only commercially available direct-to-metal 3D printer in the Southeast. Working closely with FDTC, our staff engineers routinely help conceive products, manufacture precision parts, and produce virtual training experiences. Experience the Facility SiMT Virtual Tour About Us Since 1963, has been serving South Carolina's Pee Dee Region by providing a quality education to the community workforce. The Florence-Darlington Technical Education Center was first established in 1963 with an initial enrollment of 250 students. FDTC now boasts an enrollment of more than 6,000 students and serves South Carolina's Pee Dee Region by providing a quality education to the community workforce. In 2007, FDTC completed construction of the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT). This facility provides unique learning opportunities for FDTC students, promotes our relationship with the local business community, and reinforces our commitment to regional economic development. Discover More Inside Contact Us Our People Purpose President's Office Campus Safety SiMT Admissions gives you the real-world education you need and offers options that accommodate your real-world schedule. A college education at FDTC provides an opportunity designed to maximize your earning potential while keeping your out of pocket expenses minimal. Gain the skills you need to succeed and open up a world of possibilities at FDTC. Apply Now Inside Apply Now Admissions Office Tuition Transfer Financial Aid Academics With over 85 programs available including diplomas, certificates, and degrees, FDTC offers many different options for you to increase your earning potential. Our academic programs and job training are designed to provide knowledge & skills that are field-specific. This no-fluff approach to learning helps our graduates find employment in a quick and cost-effective way. FDTC partners with businesses in the region to design academic programs that are directly applicable to real-world jobs. This means that our academic programs are catered to train you as quickly as possible to address real-world problems. Explore Academics Inside Programs Courses Library Registrar Colleges Continuing Ed ucation If you are considering a career change, need to upgrade skills to stay current in your field , or just have an interest in trying something new , our Continuing Education and Workforce Development programs offer convenient options for you to keep up-to-date on the latest industry requirements. Review Continuing Education Programs Inside Financial Information Online Registration CE programs Classroom Courses Online Courses Student Life Every semester our students have a wide array of opportunities to socialize at various FDTC celebrations, events, and study breaks that promote their interests and culture. Whether it's cheering on our sports teams, celebrating holidays together, or hanging out at a school sponsored study break, students always have something going on at FDTC. See What's Happening Inside Bookstore Athletics Orientation Tutoring Visit FDTC has six different campuses across the Pee Dee. Some of our campuses house specific programs while others are strategically located to accommodate the community's needs for access to higher education. We encourage you to come explore one of our beautiful campuses and see all that FDTC has to offer. Take a Tour Schedule a Tour FDTC Virtual Tour Locations Main Cosmetology Center Hartsville Health Sciences Lake City Mullins Apply Now Visit Contact Us Request Info Site List Center for Teaching & Learning Mentor-Connect Robotics Training SC ATE SiMT Stinger Athletics...