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Pierpont Community and Technical College

Fairmont, WV·Public·959 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

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. a public school with 959 students.

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959
Students
$8,325
Net Price
40%
Grad Rate
$35,132
Earnings
10 yr
$12,110
Debt

About This School

Pierpont Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Fairmont, West Virginia with approximately 959 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,325 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $35,132 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Distant town
Avg Faculty Salary
$6,788

Popular Programs

Health Professions15%
Business & Marketing5%
Computer Science4%
Visual & Performing Arts1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$5,762
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,660
Avg Net Price
$8,325
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$7,780
$30–48k$6,956
$48–75k$9,360
$75–110k$13,453
$110k+$14,707

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$12,110

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
40%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,132
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,110
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,110
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,132
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White88%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino1%
Asian1%
Two or more races5%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (959 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Pierpont Community and Technical College

500 Galliher Drive

Fairmont, WV 26554

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pierpont Community and Technical College cost?

The average net price at Pierpont Community and Technical College is about $8,325 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Pierpont Community and Technical College?

Pierpont Community and Technical College has a graduation rate of 40%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Important Caveats
  • 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.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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