- The mission of the Community and Technical College System of West Virginia is to deliver affordable, accessible high quality education and training that dynamically advances the economic and social development of West Virginia. The West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education, the state-level coordinating body for community and technical college education, is seeking an individual to serve as the Director of Workforce and Economic Development. This position reports to and works closely with the Chancellor to support statewide initiatives relating to technical program development; workforce training; economic development; and grant development and management.
School Highlights
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College serves 1,573 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 22%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 1,573 students
- In-state tuition: $3,560
- Out-state tuition: $8,500
- Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 19%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College
(WV) Community College Avg.
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1953
Total Faculty
94 staff
30 staff
Student Body
The student population of Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.33 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,573 students
569 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
993 students
414 students
# Part-Time Students
580 students
395 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,573 students
450 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
993 students
414 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
580 students
395 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
1%
4%
% Black
12%
9%
% White
81%
78%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.33
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
7%
19%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,560 is less than the state average of $3,640. The in-state tuition has grown by 20% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,500 is more than the state average of $8,321. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,560
$3,640
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,500
$8,321
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,513
$12,344
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,270
$4,945
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kanawha Valley Community And Technical College Penguin
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Smith, Writer (Graduated 2005) -
- Jane Doe, Scientist (Graduated 2010) -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College cost?
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,560 for In-State students and $8,500 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College?
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College famous alumni include: John Smith, Writer (Graduated 2005) and Jane Doe, Scientist (Graduated 2010).
What is Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College's ranking?
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in West Virginia for: Largest student body.
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