- Valley College of Technology is a West Virginia Corporation first established in 1979 by Control Data Corporation. The Martinsburg and Beckley campuses were founded in 1983, and the Princeton campus in 1986. Our objectives are to provide quality training, utilize the latest technology, provide career-oriented programs, meet the educational needs of the community, meet the professional needs of the community, to help you succeed.
School Highlights
Valley College-Beckley serves 90 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 89%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,209
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Valley College-Beckley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Valley College-Beckley
(WV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 years (below associate)
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
12 staff
49 staff
Number of Programs Offered
1
11
Student Body
The student population of Valley College-Beckley has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Valley College-Beckley diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has grown by 148% over five years.
Total Enrollment
90 students
607 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
90 students
211 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
396 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
111 students
154 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
90 students
211 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
474 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
7%
6%
% Hispanic
1%
n/a
% Black
3%
4%
% White
2%
11%
% Hawaiian
57%
73%
% Two or more races
28%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.45
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.6379%
0.5147%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3233%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,900
$25,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $15,209 is more than the state average of $11,594. The private state tuition has grown by 60% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,209
$11,594
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,709
$4,580
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
460
ACT Composite
n/a
19
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Valley College-Beckley cost?
Valley College-Beckley's private state tuition is approximately $15,209.
What is the acceptance rate of Valley College-Beckley?
The acceptance rate of Valley College-Beckley is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.
What is Valley College-Beckley's ranking?
Valley College-Beckley ranks among the top 20% of community college in West Virginia for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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