Massage therapy schools in South Carolina
Looking for massage therapy schools in South Carolina? There are 8, including 4 public colleges and 4 private career schools. Massage therapists in South Carolina earn a median $58,000 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 8
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in SC
- $58,000
- Cities with schools
- 1
8 massage therapy schools
School results
Southeastern College-Charleston
North Charleston, SC · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +4
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Technical College of the Lowcountry
Beaufort, SC · Public
- Massage therapy
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +11
Massage therapy schools by city
- Elgin (3 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in South Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in South CarolinaHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $58,000
- $27.88 an hour
- Typical range
- $17,340–$95,540
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in SC
- 1,840
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 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 massage therapy schools are in South Carolina?
We list 8 schools in South Carolina with massage therapy programs: 4 public colleges and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Sumter, Spartanburg, Beaufort, Conway, and North Charleston.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in South Carolina?
Yes. 4 public colleges in South Carolina offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does massage therapy school cost in South Carolina?
Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,405 to $31,941. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do massage therapists make in South Carolina?
The median pay for massage therapists in South Carolina is $58,000 a year, and most earn between $17,340 and $95,540, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy 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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Massage therapy schools in other states
- Florida (53)
- California (20)
- Illinois (19)
- Texas (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Iowa (14)
- Louisiana (12)
- Michigan (12)
- Arizona (11)
- Georgia (11)
- North Carolina (11)
- Ohio (11)
- New York (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Colorado (9)