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Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College vs Spartanburg Community College

ADN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Higher NCLEX pass rate
Spartanburg Community College
100% vs 94.1%
Lower tuition
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
$4,970 vs $5,046

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Spartanburg Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationOrangeburg, SCSpartanburg, SC
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate94.1%100%BEST
Acceptance rate
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$4,970 in / $7,970 outBEST$5,046 in / $10,110 out
In-state tuition$4,970BEST$5,046
Out-of-state tuition$7,970BEST$10,110
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College or Spartanburg Community College?

Spartanburg Community College's ADN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 94.1% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College or Spartanburg Community College?

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College is the more affordable option at roughly $4,970, compared to $5,046. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College and Spartanburg Community College the same type of program?

Both are ADN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College and Spartanburg Community College?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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