Dive here, Thrive here
IDI offers assistance locating housing in Charleston. While you’re getting trained, we will equip you with support services to complete your program of study.
SMALL
class
sizes
sizes
At IDI we keep our classes at a maximum of 25 students per class in our Air Mixed Gas Program to provide more personal attention, better training, and enhanced safety.
FAFSA
student aid
available
available
Prospective students can apply for funding through FAFSA, as well as federal loans and grants. We also offer financial counseling and other financing sources for those in need. Assistance from the federal financial aid program is available to those who qualify.
30+
hours of
bottom time
bottom time
At IDI, our students benefit from over 30 hours underwater during the Commercial Diving Program. This allows our divers to feel comfortable with their abilities underwater and prepare for real-world opportunities after IDI.
IDI provides a wide array of student services throughout the training program, including, housing, and financing options.
“I’ve never been so satisfied in my career. I owe all my success to IDI and the elite staff who worked with me.”
Jason | Underwater Welder & Former Navy Seal
Housing Information
We want our students to be comfortable and feel like they’re at home while training for a career in commercial diving. We’re able to provide special rates for IDI students looking for individual rooms, short-term furnished suites, and short-term apartment rentals.
Student Amenities
Whether it’s affordable and convenient housing or hands-on training, we take care of our students at IDI. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that empowers students to do their best while they’re here.
Welcome to Charleston, SC.
Not only is IDI located in an area rich in commercial diving history, but Charleston consistently ranks as one of the top places to live and visit in the world. There is no shortage of reasons to live, work, or study here!
FOR VETERANS
IDI is a school where many of our programs are ideal for veterans. Our faculty includes veterans of US Navy, Army, and Marine Corps that specialize in underwater diving and understand what it’s like to leave the military and start a new life in the civilian world.
NEWS & EVENTS
05.29.19
10 Reasons Why A Career In Commercial Diving is Great for Veterans
The transition from military service to civilian life can be a difficult change for many veterans. A career in
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IDI Featured in The Post & Courier for Preeminent Underwater Welding Program That Trains Veterans
It has been long time coming but IDI has officially moved into our new school facility located at the old
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US Army National Guard Specialist and IDI Graduate Takes Oath of Enlistment to a New Depth
SPC Jonathan Heaston of the US Army National Guard recently transferred from North Carolina and wanted to do something
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Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) in Commercial Diving
What is ROV? Remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) are tethered submersibles that are used in various applications. Unlike remote controlled
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