HGTC announces Spring 2026 commencement details as college marks 60th anniversary, Early College High School celebrates 20 years
May 5, 2026
Spring commencement scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) has announced plans for its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony, celebrating graduates from the 2025-2026 academic year during a milestone year marking the College’s 60th anniversary.
The College will host two ceremonies on Tuesday, May 12, at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm at the HTC Center on the campus of Coastal Carolina University. 
“We are looking forward to hosting our spring commencement ceremony and celebrating the academic achievements of our students, as well as the lasting contributions of our employees,” said Dr. Marilyn “Murph” Fore, president of Horry-Georgetown Technical College. “Celebrating this moment during our 60th anniversary year, alongside 20 years of Early College success, makes it even more meaningful for our graduates and our College community.”
As part of the ceremony, the College will also recognize its 60th anniversary, reflecting on six decades of providing accessible, high-quality education and workforce development opportunities across Horry and Georgetown counties. The College will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Early College program, which has expanded access to higher education for high school students and strengthened pathways to degree completion.
Students eligible to participate in the May 12 ceremonies include those who completed degree requirements in Fall 2025 or are scheduled to complete requirements in Spring or Summer 2026.
For more information about the Spring 2026 HGTC Commencement Ceremony, visit www.hgtc.edu/documents/
About Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is a public, two-year college serving Horry and Georgetown counties with campuses located along the Grand Strand in Conway, Myrtle Beach, and Georgetown, South Carolina. A member of the South Carolina Technical College System, HGTC offers more than 80 associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs, including many online options, designed to prepare students for careers or transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The College also provides workforce development programs that support regional economic growth. HGTC is the fourth-largest of South Carolina’s 16 technical colleges and among the fastest-growing higher education institutions in the state. For more information, visit www.hgtc.edu.
