Local Area Information
Strategically located along South Carolina’s beautiful coast, Horry-Georgetown Technical College is a comprehensive two-year collegiate institution with more than 7,000 undergraduate students and approximately 700 employees. We have three campus locations along the Grand Strand – Conway, Georgetown, and Myrtle Beach. The College strives to service a varied student body through diversity that enriches learning at HGTC.
Horry (pronounce “ORR-EE”) is the 4th largest county in South Carolina. The combined estimated population for both Horry and Georgetown counties is 385,000.
The Grand Strand is best known as a top vacation destination and welcomes over 14
million visitors a year. It is also a wonderful place to call home year-round with
family fun parks, golf, restaurants and great entertainment. Enjoy historic views
in Conway and Georgetown.
For more information about living in the area, visit:
- Conway Chamber of Commerce: www.conwayscchamber.com
- Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce: www.myrtlebeachareachamber.com
- Georgetown Chamber of Commerce: www.visitgeorge.com