Most Recent Recognition Action Date:
2021
Decision:
Grant of Accreditation for seven years (2020 -2027). This action indicates that the Program has no significant deficiencies.
Profile of Accredited Program
Hospitality & Tourism Management
The Culinary Institute of Charleston
Trident Technical College
P.O Box 118067
Charleston, SC 29423-8067
Degrees Awarded:
- AAS Hospitality and Tourism Management
Program Student Profile
Academic Years: 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018
| Undergraduate Enrollment – Major | 3 Years Ago 2018-19 | 2 Years Ago 2019-20 | 1 Year Ago 2020-21 |
| Number of Students | 145 | 214 | 225 |
| Number of Graduates | 76 | 75 | 124 |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 24:1 | 251 | 27:1 |
| Retention Rate % – Freshmen to Sophomore (for all Programs) | 68.4% | 58.1% | 52.9% |
| % Students employed in the hospitality industry or a related field within 90 days after | 42% | 58% | 55% |
| % Students continuing their education within 90 days after graduation | 56% | 36% | 44% |
| Total Professional Placement and Continuing Education Rate | 94% | 95% | 92% |