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West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Beckley, WV·Public·981 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and in-state West Virginia residents. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. a public school with 981 students.

37%
Accept
981
Students
N/A
Net Price
33%
Grad Rate
$52,700
Earnings
10 yr
$22,500
Debt

About This School

West Virginia University Institute of Technology is a public institution located in Beckley, West Virginia with approximately 981 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 37% of applicants. In-state tuition is $8,424 per year. The graduation rate is 33%, and the typical graduate earns $52,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Engineering21%
Business & Marketing19%
Biological Sciences10%
Psychology10%
Computer Science7%
Health Professions3%
Social Sciences3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1033
Reading 75th %ile570
Math 75th %ile550

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite22

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,424
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,072
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$22,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
33%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
62%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$39,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

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

White77%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino3%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (981 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

West Virginia University Institute of Technology

512 South Kanawha Street

Beckley, WV 25801

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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.

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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