Transient Students

Classes that transfer anywhere

Save money by taking classes at OCtech and easily transfer your credits back to your home school.

OCtech’s classes will easily transfer to any South Carolina college or university. See the list below for a quick look at ones you can take this summer. Use the “Search for All Classes and Schedules” button to find the one you want to register for. We have classes online and on campus, so choose whichever fits your schedule the best.

We're here to help

If you need assistance with your application or have questions, please let us know! 

Phone: 803.535.1234
Email: askme@octech.edu

“Every summer, I’ve taken at least two courses through OCtech. It was the same amount of money for me to take two classes at OCtech as it was for me to take one at Clemson.”

Mary Ardis

Clemson University

“Every summer, I’ve taken at least two courses through OCtech. It was the same amount of money for me to take two classes at OCtech as it was for me to take one at Clemson.”

Mary Ardis

Clemson University

Applying is easy

If you have attended OCtech in the last three semesters, you don’t need to reapply. If you are new to us, follow these easy steps:

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Applying online is easy and convenient.  You can complete your application online.

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Your advisor at the college you currently attend will help you decide which OCtech courses are best for you and help you complete your Transient Approval Form. Send completed forms to OCtech via:

  • Email: send a PDF to askme@octech.edu
  • Fax: 803-535-1368
  • Mail:
    Attn: Admissions Office
    Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
    3250 St. Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118

You can find our available courses here:  (Use the “Advanced Search” tab and select the term you’d like to search.)

Transfer your credits

After you have finished your course(s), request to have your transcripts sent to your home school.

TIP: You can request your transcript be forwarded to your school as soon as you are registered for class.  Just be sure to select “Hold For Grades.”

South Carolina Transfer and Articulation Center

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We also offer some classes that are not “universally transferable,” depending on your major. To make sure any class you take will be accepted by your school, use the SC Trac tool to verify that your credits will transfer.

Have Questions?

We’re here to help.  Call us at 803.535.1234 or shoot us an email for a quick response.

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