CNC machining schools in South Carolina

We found 13 schools offering CNC machining training in South Carolina, with campuses in Graniteville, Sumter, Spartanburg, and Pendleton and more. Machinists in South Carolina earn a median $57,970 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
13
Public colleges
13
Median pay in SC
$57,970
Cities with schools
4

13 CNC machining schools

School results

  1. Aiken Technical College

    Graniteville, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14
  2. Central Carolina Technical College

    Sumter, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +11
  3. Florence-Darlington Technical College

    Florence, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +17
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  5. Greenville Technical College

    Greenville, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24
  6. Horry-Georgetown Technical College

    Conway, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25
  7. Midlands Technical College

    West Columbia, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20
  8. Northeastern Technical College

    Cheraw, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +8
  9. Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

    Orangeburg, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +14
  10. Piedmont Technical College

    Greenwood, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +16
  11. Spartanburg Community College

    Spartanburg, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18
  12. Tri-County Technical College

    Pendleton, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12
  13. Trident Technical College

    Charleston, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24
  14. York Technical College

    Rock Hill, SC · Public

    • CNC machining
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +19

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What machinists earn in South Carolina

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$57,970
$27.87 an hour
Typical range
$38,270–$75,650
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SC
3,790
Job growth, 2025–35
+1%
26,100 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 CNC machining schools are in South Carolina?

We list 13 schools in South Carolina with CNC machining programs: 13 public colleges. Campuses are in Graniteville, Sumter, Spartanburg, Pendleton, and Charleston.

Are there community college CNC machining programs in South Carolina?

Yes. 13 public colleges in South Carolina offer CNC machining. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does CNC machining school cost in South Carolina?

Among the 13 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 machinists make in South Carolina?

The median pay for machinists in South Carolina is $57,970 a year, and most earn between $38,270 and $75,650, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a CNC machining 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.