The ETS program provides counseling services to 1,000 middle school and high school students who are highly motivated to go on to some form of education after they complete high school. Many of our students lack the financial resources and know-how to enroll in higher education. ETS services are intended to help participants complete secondary school and to become enrolled in post-secondary education programs offered through colleges, universities, and trade or technical schools. While the ETS staff is employed through Midlands Technical College, the program is not used as a recruitment tool for the college. Rather, participants receive assistance in applying to any college, university or other qualified institution of post-secondary education.
Advisors meet with enrolled students at their schools during school hours.
All of the lessons, programs, and topics are designed to deepen students interest in attending college and to improve their academic performance. In addition to these in-school services, the Midlands Technical College staff also provides special programs and field trips throughout the school year. If you are currently enrolled in a middle school or high school in Lexington or Fairfield County, SC, you may be eligible to participate in the Midlands Technical College Educational Talent Search program. ETS target schools often have our Application available in the guidance office. Because Educational Talent Search is a grant-funded program from the U.S. Department of Education, our participants must meet certain qualifications for acceptance.