- Founded in 1922, WVJC is located in Morgantown, WV, just a minute’s walk from the West Virginia University campus. We are a small college in a large university community. Our goal is to provide you with the skills you need to begin your career in a short period of time. Through career-focused classes and hands-on training, you can earn an associate degree in months not years.
School Highlights
West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown serves 843 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is same as the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 25%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 843 students
- In-state tuition: $13,090
- Out-state tuition: $13,090
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 9%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown
(WV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1892
Total Faculty
48 staff
49 staff
Student Body
The student population of West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown has grown by 48% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown diversity score of 0.17 is less than the state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has grown by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
843 students
860 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
843 students
384 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
476 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
843 students
220 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
843 students
384 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
476 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
1%
4%
% Black
4%
8%
% White
91%
75%
% Hawaiian
n/a
4%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.17
0.42
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
77%
54%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$22,800
$25,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $13,090 is more than the state average of $3,640. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $13,090 is more than the state average of $8,321. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$13,090
$3,640
Out-State Tuition Fees
$13,090
$8,321
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,848
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,230
$4,580
Acceptance Rate
n/a
97%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- WVJC's programs are designed to help you finish with a first-rate education, all while keeping the needs of potential employers in mind. The skills you'll learn at WVJC are the skills you'll need to succeed in your career. The college offers programs in Business, Health Care, Technology and Legal field. Along with academic credentials and certifications, our faculty brings industry knowledge to the classroom, helping students understand both theory and real-world reality. WVJC is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and award diplomas and academic associate degrees. The school is also approved for the training of veterans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown cost?
West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown's tuition is approximately $13,090 for In-State students and $13,090 for Out-State students.
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