Ben Franklin Career Center
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. 54% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Ben Franklin Career Center is a public institution located in Dunbar, West Virginia with approximately 99 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $2,161 per year. Typical graduates earn $24,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $2,161 per year after aid, this is one of the most affordable paths to a credential you'll find anywhere. However, the median earnings of $24,800 a decade after enrollment are modest, so this school makes the most sense if you're pursuing a specific trade or certification with clear local job demand — not as a springboard to high-earning careers. With only 99 students, you'll get a close-knit environment, but do your homework on which specific programs lead to strong outcomes in your area before enrolling.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (99 undergraduates).
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Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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