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West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute

Irwin, PA·Private for-profit·61 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. strong 83% graduation rate; 77% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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Accept
61
Students
$19,285
Net Price
83%
Grad Rate
$24,000
Earnings
10 yr
$9,881
Debt

About This School

West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute is a private for-profit institution located in Irwin, Pennsylvania with approximately 61 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $19,285 per year. The graduation rate is 83%, and the typical graduate earns $24,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Large suburb
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,667

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$14,798
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,798
Avg Net Price
$19,285
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$19,109
$30–48k$16,045
$48–75k$17,964
$75–110k$20,395
$110k+$23,440

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

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants77%
Median debt at graduation$9,881

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
83%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$24,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,881
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$31,600
Female graduates$17,300

Gap: 45% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,881
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$21,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$24,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

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

White75%
Black13%
Hispanic/Latino2%
Two or more races7%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (61 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute

8957 Lincoln Highway Suite 101-A

Irwin, PA 15642-2704

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute cost?

The average net price at West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute is about $19,285 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 West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute?

West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute has a graduation rate of 83%, 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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