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Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College

Logan, WV·Public·1,146 students
Last updated: March 22, 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. 52% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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1,146
Students
$8,064
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$29,500
Earnings
10 yr
$5,750
Debt

About This School

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Logan, West Virginia with approximately 1,146 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,064 per year. Typical graduates earn $29,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College (Southern) is a public community college with its main campus in Mount Gay, West Virginia. It is part of the West Virginia Community and Technical College System.

This is a solid, low-risk option for students who want an affordable credential without taking on much debt — the median graduate leaves with just $5,750 owed, which is impressively low. The concern worth naming is that median earnings sit at $29,500 a decade out, so this school makes the most sense if you're pursuing a specific local career path, a transfer to a four-year school, or a technical credential in a field with a clear hiring pipeline in the region. At $8,064 per year after aid, the financial exposure is manageable, but go in with a concrete plan.

Founded
1960
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Health Professions28%
Business & Marketing6%
Computer Science4%
Education2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,944
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,560
Avg Net Price
$8,064
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants52%
Median debt at graduation$5,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$5,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$5,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$23,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

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

Student Body

White96%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,146 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College

100 College Drive

Logan, WV 25601

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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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

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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