West Virginia Junior College-Charleston
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 73% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston is a private for-profit institution located in Cross Lanes, West Virginia with approximately 317 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $11,856 per year. Typical graduates earn $22,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: with median earnings of just $22,300 a decade after enrollment, graduates aren't seeing a strong financial return, though the relatively low debt load of $7,195 at graduation softens that concern somewhat. Worth considering if you're looking for a small, focused environment — just 317 students — and need an affordable, career-oriented credential without taking on significant debt. Go in with clear eyes about earning potential, and make sure the specific program you're pursuing has solid local job placement before committing.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (317 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston
5514 Big Tyler Road Suite 200
Cross Lanes, WV 25313-1304
Official Links
Other Schools in West Virginia
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV · Public
Marshall University
Huntington, WV · Public
Martinsburg College
Martinsburg, WV · Private for-profit
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV · Public
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV · Public
University of Charleston
Charleston, WV · Private nonprofit
Sources & Methodology
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.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
All school names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this page is for identification purposes only and does not imply endorsement or affiliation with CollegeHelpGuide.