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Conway, SC · Private University

Is Horry-Georgetown Technical College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #925 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$35,507

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,468

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$8,836

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$35,344

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.02x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

69.7 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$14,250

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$3,719

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$35,507
Annual Tuition$8,836
National Median Earnings$45,000

Horry-Georgetown Technical College graduates earn $9,493 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$2,520/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$3,657/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$4,770/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$7,147/yr
Over $110,000$7,415/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

Horry-Georgetown Technical College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $35,507 10 years after starting, $9,493 below the national median of $45,000. At the current earnings trajectory, it takes approximately 69.7 years to recover the total cost of attendance.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.