Expenses for 2024-2025 Academic Year

All expenses for semester must be paid in full at the beginning of the semester as a condition of admission to classes. Receipts should be secured from the Business Office showing that all fees and expenses have been paid. A penalty of $60.00 is charged for registration completed within the period set apart for late registration.

Please remit by MONEY ORDER, CASHIER OR CERTIFIED CHECK, payable to Denmark Technical College and send to: Office of Fiscal Affairs-P.O. Box 327, Denmark, South Carolina 29042-0327

COST PER SEMESTER

1st Semester Costs payable before August 1
2nd Semester Costs payable before January 3

Students In-of-State Students Out-of-State Students
Tuition (based on 15 hrs.)
$2,820.00
$5,640.00
Health Services Fee (On-campus ONLY)
$150.00
$150.00
Technology Fee
$125.00
$125.00
Student Activity Fee
$150.00
$150.00
Athletic Fee
$175.00
$175.00
Total Fee (Off Campus)
$3,270.00
$6,090.00
Total Fee (On-Campus)
$3,420.00
$6,240.00

Room Rent (Adjustment in charges, when necessary, will be made after rooms are occupied).

Boarding (Required of all students who reside in dormitories).

Residence Hall Semester Annual Description
Edisto Residence Hall
$2,300.00
$4,600.00
Double Room
Lorry H. Dawkins Residence Hall
$3,200.00
$6,400.00
Single Room
Lorry H. Dawkins Residence Hall
$2,300.00
$4,600.00
Double Room
Lorry H. Dawkins Residence Hall
$1,800.00
$3,600.00
Triple Room
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Residence Hall
$2,300.00
$4,600.00
Double Room
Students In-of-State Students Out-of-State Students
Fall/Spring Board
$2,650.00
$2,650.00

All students pay a Cengage textbook fee of $225 per semester for textbook delivery. Necessary fees, such as transportation, etc. must be determined on an individual basis and are not included above.

There is a lab fee of $50 each semester for Welding, Building Construction, Culinary Arts, Plumbing, Cosmetology, Nurse Aide Assistant, Nursing, Cybersecurity, Computer Technology and Engineering Programs.

A course fee of $25 applies to all courses that begin with BIO, PHS, PHY and CHM.

To determine amount of fees due: Please deduct our advance room reservation fee of $100.00. Also deduct from each semester’s payment one-half (1/2) of the total annual award for the Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, or Federal Stafford Loan made to you in accordance with your award statement from the Office of the Director of Financial Aid to Students.

Any payment not made on or before the payable date shown above should not be mailed but should be brought by the student when reporting to register. Tuition and fees may change. See the College’s webpage at: www.denmarktech.edu for up-to-date tuition and fees or call the Business Office at 803-793-5121.

Additional Costs for Barbering Students:

Title
Barbering Permit
$35.00
Books
$650.00
Supplies
$1200.00

Additional Costs for Cosmetology Students:

Title
Books
$650.00
Supplies
$1200.00

*NOTE that all costs are subject to change.

** The tuition per credit hour is $188 per credit hour for in-state students and $376 for out-of-state students.

Additional Costs for Cybersecurity Students:

Title
Technology & Remote Instructional Fee
$1900.00
RangeForce Cyber Range Fee
$250.00
Cyber Materials & Memberships
$110.00

Additional Costs for Early Childhood Development Students:

Title
SC Law Enforcement Fingerprint Check
$58.00
T.B. Tine Test and CPR/First Aid
$80.00*

Additional Costs for Practical Nursing Students:

Title
Books
$700.00

Health Form - (Physical Exam & updated immunizations, to include Hepatitis B Vaccine) $100.00 - $200.00*

Title
Supplies – Student Uniform
$150.00 – $350.00*
Lab Skills Kit
$215.95*

*NOTE that all costs are subject to change. A $12 fee will be assessed for duplicate diplomas and degrees not picked up at commencement. An accuplacer fee of $50 will apply to all students not NOT attending Denmark Tech.

Persons who are 60 years old or more and who are legal residents of South Carolina may attend classes for credit or non-credit purposes on a space-available basis without paying tuition, provided that neither they nor their spouses receive compensation from any type of employment. Any person attending classes for credit must meet admission requirements.

Graduation Regalia

Graduating students will be charged $150 for the cost of caps and gowns and other materials required for participation in graduation ceremonies. Current costs will be posted.

eBooks and Supplies

Costs of books and supplies are determined by each student’s needs in a particular program of study. Costs are not included in tuition. The campus Spirit store carries these items for purchase by the student. All students, except for those in specific technical programs, will be accessed a $225 Cengage Textbook fee per semester for unlimited access to ebooks and electronic materials for all courses.

Continuing Education Fees

Continuing Education fees are based on the number of class hours and instructional costs for each course.

Payment of Fees

Tuition and fees must be paid at the beginning of each semester. Students will not be permitted to enter classes until a billing statement stamped “Approved” has been obtained from the cashier.

Payment to the College may be made online or in the form of a cashier’s check or money order, made payable to Denmark Technical College. If mailing payments in advance, mail to: Denmark Technical College,

Attn: Business Office, P.O. Box 327, Denmark, SC 29042-0327.

Debts Owed to the College

Students will not be permitted to graduate, receive transcripts, or re-enroll in any programs until all debts incurred at the College have been paid in full. Students should contact the Office of Fiscal Affairs with any questions regarding their balance.

Vehicle Registration

Each student is required to have a current parking permit properly displayed on any vehicle driven and/or parked on campus. Permits will be valid from September to August each year (This applies to all full-time, part-time, and Continuing Education students). Any student who loses his/her permit or trades automobiles may apply for a new permit. The student shall apply for the new permit in the Public Safety Office. The parking permit fee is $25.00 per semester.

ID Cards

Student identification cards are issued during registration. New ID cards are issued at the beginning of each academic term. There is a $20.00 fee for lost cards. ID cards are required for all students and must be presented when requested by college personnel.

Emergency Services

Emergency services will be rendered at the RMC Bamberg-Barnwell Emergency Medical Center. Students who are to be hospitalized will be admitted to The Regional Medical Center, Orangeburg, SC, or referred to their family physician.

Late Registration

Any student registering after the regularly scheduled registration days must pay a $60 late fee.

Refund Policy (R2T4 Calculations)

It is the policy of Denmark Technical College to refund tuition, and fees, to students who officially leave the college, depending on the last date of attendance. For students who are receiving financial aid, regardless of the source, the Ffinancial Aid Office will adjust aid based on the recalculation completed by the Business Office to determine the percentage of earned aid for students who withdraw, are dismissed, or take a leave of absence prior to completing 60% of the semester. If a student owes a balance

to the College, he or she will be notified by the Business Office. A copy of the official recalculation is available in the Business Office.

A refund check will be generated for accounts that have a credit balance after application of all financial aid. However, withdrawal or changes in enrollment status may affect the Rrefund Ccheck. Refunds are issued within a 14-day period disbursement.

Students will be refunded 100% of tuition and fees if the classes they are enrolled in are cancelled by the college.

Students who never attend class will be considered to have constructively withdrawn before the start of term.

A student who withdraws or otherwise ceases attendance has lost SFA eligibility and generally may not be paid further funds for the enrollment period. However, in some cases, a late disbursement may be made. This determination must be made on a case-by-case basis according to Title IV Student Financial Assistance Guidelines.

The College will disburse refunds twice during the Semester. Refunds will be given to students during week thirteen and week sixteen of the Fall and Spring semesters. The Summer term will issue refunds during week four and week six.

Refunds to Veterans, Non-Degree – Refunds to veterans and/or orphans of veterans will be made subject to the limitations set in VA Regulation 12204.1. The College agrees to furnish each Public Law 500 Veteran and/or orphan a copy of the refund policy upon request.

Requesting a Refund After Overpayment — If a student anticipates a refund due to an overpayment, the student should check with the Cashier. All refunds will be processed and payable by check within 14 days after the account has been reconciled.

Financial Aid

Students who have satisfactory academic records and are in need of aid may qualify for financial assistance. Although the primary responsibility for financing an education remains with students and their families, Denmark Technical College participates in several programs designed to supplement the family contribution in order to meet the financial need of the student. Financial aid may consist of grants, loans, scholarships, employment opportunities, and/or any combination of these as determined by the policies of the Financial Aid Office.

Philosophy

  1. The primary purpose of financial aid is to provide financial assistance to students who need additional resources to pursue their educational and career goals and objectives.
  2. Financial assistance may be offered in the form of grants, loans, employment, scholarships and/or any combination of resources listed.
  3. Determination of the student’s eligibility to continue receiving financial assistance is based upon the student’s ability to make “satisfactory progress” according to the College’s Financial Aid Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
  4. The Financial Aid Office reserves the right to review and cancel awards at any time because of change in the student’s financial or academic status.

 

The Major Federal Aid Programs

Federal Pell Grant – Pell Grants provide non-repayable funds to eligible applicants and are intended to be the foundation of a combination of awards. These grants may be used for payments of tuition, books and living expenses, but do not to covercover the full cost of these items. Students can receive Pell Grants for a maximum of 8 terms to complete their undergraduate education. (A financial aid year includes fall, spring, and summer terms.) Students must graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their major. (See a Financial Aid counselor for a detailed explanation).

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) – FSEOG’s are awarded to students with exceptional financial need. At Denmark Technical College, FSEOG’s are awarded to students who have remaining eligibility after being considered for a Pell Grant and part-time work.

Federal Direct Loans – The U.S. Department of Education offers low-interest loans to eligible students to help cover the cost of college or career school. Repayment with interest begins six months after the student stops attending college at least half-time. A subsidized loan means that the Federal Government will pay the interest on the loan while you are enrolled in college on at least a half-time basis and during the grace period or, if possible, deferment period. Unsubsidized loans are available if you do not qualify for other types of financial assistance. An unsubsidized loan means that you are responsible for paying all interest on the loan.

Federal PLUS Loans –The Federal Plus Loan Program was established to ease the burden that the cost of post- secondary education places on many families. Federal PLUS loans are available to parents of dependent students who need additional financial assistance or who may not qualityqualify for other types of financial assistance.

Federal Work-Study (FWS) – The Federal Work-Study Program provides part-time employment for eligible undergraduate and graduate students. Most FWS jobs are located on campus, although some community service-related jobs are available off-campus. Federal Work-Study students are paid bi-weekly.

South Carolina Aid Programs

South Carolina Need-Based Grant (SCNBG) – is designed to provide additional financial aid assistance to South Carolina’s neediest students. In order to receive SCNBG, you must comply with some requirements:

  1. Be a legal resident of the State of South Carolina.
  2. Be of good moral character, have no felony convictions or criminal record.
  3. Admitted and enrolled at least half-time as an undergraduate student seeking your first undergraduate degree.
  4. Make satisfactory academic process as defined by the College catalog.

Renewal students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 and must complete a minimum of twenty-four credit hours an academic year.

South Carolina LIFE Scholarships the LIFE Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship program that is administered by the financial aid office. For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office at (803) 793- 5161.

South Carolina Tuition Assistance (Lottery Funds): Tuition Assistance funds are available to South Carolina residents enrolled in at least 6six credit hours. All applicants must file the Free Federal Student Aid Application. For current eligibility requirements contact the Financial Aid Office at (803)793-5161.

Provided by Other Sources

Scholarships – A limited number of scholarships are available through Denmark Technical College. These are based on academic performance and achievements.

National Guard Tuition Assistance Program – Members of the National Guard are eligible for tuition assistance. However, each of the Armed Forces determines how to administer their own Tuition Assistance (TA). In addition, each state may offer its National Guard members state funded education incentives based on state guidelines and eligibility (i.e., TA, waivers, exemptions, student loan repayment, etc.