Auto mechanic schools in South Carolina
Looking for automotive technician schools in South Carolina? There are 11, including 11 public colleges. Auto mechanics in South Carolina earn a median $48,100 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in SC
- $48,100
- Cities with schools
- 3
11 automotive technician schools
School results
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC · Public
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +17
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +24
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Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- Welding
- +14
Auto mechanic schools by city
- Rock Hill (3 within 30 mi)
- Greenville (3 within 30 mi)
- Greer (3 within 30 mi)
What auto mechanics earn in South Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in South CarolinaHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $48,100
- $23.12 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,200–$78,030
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in SC
- 13,420
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +5%
- 66,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many automotive technician schools are in South Carolina?
We list 11 schools in South Carolina with automotive technician programs: 11 public colleges. Campuses are in Sumter, Spartanburg, Pendleton, Charleston, and Kingstree.
Are there community college automotive technician programs in South Carolina?
Yes. 11 public colleges in South Carolina offer automotive technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does automotive technician school cost in South Carolina?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,406 to $14,670. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do auto mechanics make in South Carolina?
The median pay for auto mechanics in South Carolina is $48,100 a year, and most earn between $31,200 and $78,030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in South Carolina?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Auto mechanic schools in other states
- California (83)
- Florida (52)
- Texas (47)
- North Carolina (41)
- Illinois (38)
- Oklahoma (29)
- Pennsylvania (25)
- Michigan (24)
- Tennessee (24)
- Georgia (23)
- Minnesota (20)
- Washington (20)
- Kansas (19)
- Arkansas (18)
- Colorado (18)
- Ohio (17)