Education is always a good idea to insure a better future for yourself, and we’re glad you’ve chosen OCtech! Getting started is easy.
Explore Programs
Visit our program pages and find the program that best suits your goals and interests.
NEED HELP CHOOSING A MAJOR?
Take our 15 minute Focus 2 Apply assessment on any device to make a better informed choice of a college major.
Apply for Admissions
Applying to OCtech is free and easy. Apply online here.
Please be sure to complete an application BEFORE submitting transcripts and test scores.
Note: For admission application for Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Radiology Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Medial Assisting, please refer to the HIP Registration Page.
Financial Aid
Paying for college is not as complicated as you may think. Many of our students attend for little or no cost.
- Visit our Financial Aid page to begin your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Once our we receive your FAFSA, our financial aid staff will determine the financial benefits available to you, including Lottery Tuition Assistance.
Tip: Check out our Foundation Scholarships and the SC Promise scholarships.
Admissions Testing
Admissions testing is essential to determining your successful academic plan.
- submit your SAT, ACT, WorkKeys or Acuplacer test scores.
- If you do not have these scores, the Accuplacer placement test can be taken for free through OCtech’s Testing Center.
Contact Admissions Office prior to taking the test.
TIP: Transient/Summer students should submit a Transient Approval form.
Submit Your Transcripts:
Submit your high school transcript as well any college transcripts you may have completed at another college.
Official Transcripts may be emailed to: studentrecords@octech.edu or mailed to:
OCtech Registrar’s Office
3250 St. Matthews Road
Orangeburg, SC 29118
Register for Classes
Meet with an Advising Counselor who will help you register for classes, set up your student account, and give you information about your academic advisor. You can find more information on our Academic Advising page.