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Trident Technical College Reviews

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  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Katherine from Charleston, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have been at Trident since August of 2010 and so far I have nothing bad to say about the teacher and academic advisers who I have had or come into contact with. I have a full 15-hr schedule this semester and although my classes are all quite different and unique, I am learning many new things in them. One of my favorite classes is Western Civ post-1689; which may not sound important but it is because I usually resent history classes about western civilizations. This one however, I quite enjoy.
    Am enjoying being here

    I have met dozens of new people (students and teachers alike) and have not had a single bad experience with anyone. I find that the environment at Trident is much different than I had anticipated, but only in the best way possible. Getting to and from class is easy and the attendance policy is flexible to my work and personal schedules with I appreciate.
    Bang for the buck

    I received the LIFE Scholarship this year so I'm literally not paying anything for school. Even if I had to, it wouldn't be a problem because the tuition is extremely low in comparison to some other colleges and from my experience, it's low-priced attendance is not a reflection on its academic ability.
    Tips for prospective students

    If wishing to transfer to a 4 year college, be sure to take classes that a transferable. The advisers are extremely helpful in this situation.
    Great for these types of students

    Anyone from recently graduated high school students to grandparents who need something to occupy their time!

  • 4 out of 5 people found this review useful. 2 people found this inaccurate.

    Kelsey

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    For the most part, I tend to feel that Trident's classes are easier then similar classes that I took in high school. Trident does not present much of a difficulty as far as classes are concerned. For the most part, if you show up and pay attention, you can pass the class.
    Am enjoying being here

    Trident's an okay school though I have noticed that there are not a lot of student activities going on within the school. They have a student activity period once a month for an hour, but that's it as far as student get togethers are concerned. I tend to find that if I don't have a class, then I'm not on campus. There's not much to do on campus unless you enjoy playing video games in the cafeteria.
    Bang for the buck

    You get what you pay for. Trident is a very in-expensive school. The classes are just enough to be able to transfer to a 4-year school. Scheduling can just be plain miserable since the system they have set up for that is not too effective.

    They do though have a really nice learning center that allows students to go in to get free tutoring in almost all the subjects that Trident offers.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do NOT get your books until after the start of classes. Some of the teachers do not even use the books that the bookstore tells you that you must have for the class. For my history class last semester, I never used the book at all. My English teacher for this semester told the class straight up that we would not need the books for her class either.

    If you are getting financial aid, make sure you apply early. The financial aid office has a history of pulling people around in circles and canceling grants at the last moment.

    Do not wait until the deadline to get things paid for. If you do not pay on time, then you lose your schedule and your classes and you have to re-register and hope that the classes are still available.

    Go to the first day of class! Most of the teachers at Trident will give notes on the first day of class, so make sure that you go.
    Great for these types of students

    Trident is a great school for low-income students who wish to transfer to a four-year college after they graduate from Trident. The advisers at Trident are great at helping students select their classes so that they will be able to transfer.

    Students who are looking for relatively easy classes. Like I said above, Trident's classes are not that challenging at all. As long as you show up for class and pay attention, you should do fairly well. They also have free tutoring for students who are struggling in a class.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Taay'lor from Summerville, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Study ! Study ! Study ! And focus on your schoolwork without distractions.
    Great for these types of students

    Any type of student you are you would fit perfectly in this school. It's very diverse

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Student from North Charleston, SC

    Reviewer is A past student here.

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    Did learn a lot

    Everything was fun and the learning environment wasn't like the environment I was used to. There were some teachers that made learning so fun that we forgot we were in class. In addition, there were teachers that didn't teach from a text or didn't have them as mandatory. Also, some gave alternatives to buying textbooks from the bookstore; i.e. going to library of school and or public library.
    Did enjoy being here

    It was an interesting experience and became more compelling when I started working at the school within their work-study program.
    Bang for the buck

    Well worth it; financial aid covers the cost of everything (for my major anyway) plus whatever is left over from purchases on account gets sent to you. Came in handy sense school supplies didn't come cheap.
    Tips for prospective students

    Keep a To Do List handy with all school tasks so that you won't have to worry about forgetting anything along with help keep things orderly. Also, if you are majoring in a field that requires a computer or certain programs on the computer that you don't have access to outside of class then take advantage of open lab hours. In addition, sign up for work-study while attending so that you can have some extra cash on hand to purchase school supplies for unscheduled tasks that may pop up every now and then.
    Great for these types of students

    If you want hands on experience in your field of choice. Anything pertaining to IT, Medical, Automotive, Hospitality/Tourism and other fields. One thing is for certain, everything you learn here, can and will be applied in your field of choice.

  • Andrew from Summerville, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Trident Technical College is a very good college for the money. The level of education there is just as good as any other University that you will go to. Most everyone is friendly, and the campus is rather nice for a Technical School.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you go to this College, make sure you keep a good GPA so that you can get the LIFE Scholarship. This will pay for all of the tuition and books for this school making it a great choice of education.
    Academic Rigor

    The courses are very challenging and the teachers as well. They have high expectations that you would not find at any technical school. Be ready for a tough ride through.
    Dorm Life

    No dorms.
    Food and Dining

    I cannot personally comment on the food at the campus. I tend to go off of campus for my meals inbetween classes. I do hear very good things about the food from other students.
    What to do for fun

    There are a lot of places that you can hang around with friends and enjoy the beautiful outside weather in South Carolina. The campus is both shady and sunny so there is a style for everyone.

  • Beuford from Charleston, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    so far, my experience with trident technical college has been wonderful. for a technical college, everyone is very professional and knows their area of expertise and is more than willing to help students in any way that they can. i look forward to finishing my associates and then transferring, and i will always remember trident technical college as where it all began.
    Tips for prospective students

    don't be afraid to ask questions. the faculty at this school is always willing to help but you have to take the initiative. this isn't highschool anymore. this is your stepping stone for an amazing future, but it belongs to you and no one else. what are you waiting for?
    Academic Rigor

    keep in mind this is a technical college. the curriculum is not hard, but it can be fast paced. you are provided with ample time and resources. there is no reason anyone attending should get less than an a.
    Dorm Life

    there are no dorms at trident technical college.
    Food and Dining

    the culinary institute of charleston is part of trident technical college. need i say more?
    What to do for fun

    there are people of all ages here so you're bound to make friends. the student activity area is a great place to get together with classmates to talk or find out what's new in the area. the library is solid, with plenty of resources for whatever you might need. if you're bored you can always walk around in different areas of the school and see what other future scholars are up to.
    Bang for the buck

    trident technical college is a great school, considering it's a technical college. it's surprising to me that some people actually classify technical schools as below the bar because this one is definitely way above the average.
    Great for these types of students

    if you want to be involved in culinary arts, this is the place for you. not to say that that's all there is, but the culinary institute being on campus is pretty impressive. a huge building is yours for the taking when you go for culinary arts. even in it's magnitude, it's not intimidating at all. everyone here makes you feel so comfortable you will have nothing to fear and everything to gain.
    Clubs and Activities

    the student clubs and activities are definitely in a huge supply. from the honor society to international society, we've got it all. we even have a video game club for all the gamers out there.
    Campus Safety

    campus safety is a top priority for the security team at this school. there are few problems around campus, so they really aren't necessary but always a good thing to have.

  • Robert from Summerville, SC

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Will enjoy being here

    My sister goes here, and I'm excited to start in the Fall!

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