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West Virginia Junior College
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West Virginia Junior College Academics
Founded in 1892 as the Capitol City Commercial College, West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) is located in the heart of Charleston, West Virginia. Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools in Washington, D.C., WVJC offers specialized programs in a variety of career fields which earn students associate degrees and diplomas.
At WVJC students may choose among four academic programs: Legal Office Assisting; Computer Information Technology/Technical Emphasis; Business Administration; and, Medical Office Technology. The legal office assisting program prepares students for careers in mortgage companies, banks, private corporations, government agencies, insurance companies, and the legal field. The computer information technology/technical emphasis program provides students with knowledge of computer applications, technical applications, as well as an introduction to hardware/software applications, and information systems. The business administration program provides students with hands-on training which highlights computer operations and business technologies. Students gain knowledge of networking, databases, and how to troubleshoot computer applications issues, as well as business communication skills, general accounting, oral and written communication, and management. The medical office technology program offers clinical training, laboratory training, and training in administrative duties, and communication skills. Academic programs offers at WVJC are career education programs that prepare students for immediate employment. The programs are not designed for transfer to four-year institutions.
The specialized associate degree program includes medical assisting/office technology; medical secretarial/office technology; business administration; computer information technology/technical emphasis; and legal assisting administration. These programs are designed to be completed within 18 months. In addition, WVJC offers diploma programs in the following areas of study: computer office technology, medical secretarial, medical assisting, clerical word processing, and legal office administration.
West Virginia Junior College Admissions
West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) accepts all students interested in furthering their education, who have graduated with a high school diploma or equivalent. Prospective students should call the Admissions office directly at 800-924-5208 for an admissions application and instructions for applying to the college.
Students can also go to the school website and fill out a form to request for information about WVJC.
West Virginia Junior College Financial Aid
West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) offers several financial aid options to qualifying students, including grants, work study programs, scholarships, and loans. All students are required to fill out and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial aid. The school’s website provides a detailed list of all aid available along with descriptions of each.
West Virginia Junior College Students
West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) is a commuter campus which serves high school graduates, and working adults. Students can expect smaller class sizes and more individualized attention, as well as a four day school week, which includes day and evening classes. Associate degrees can be completed within 18 months, preparing students for immediate employment.
WVJC also has a resource center, and job placement services which provide assistance with resume and cover letter preparation, mock interviews, employment application assistance, and interviewing techniques.
West Virginia Junior College Athletics
There are no athletic programs at West Virginia Junior College at this time.
Information Summary
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
Insufficient Data |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$10,477 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
N/A |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
43% / N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
150 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Charleston, WV 25301
| Surrounding community | Small city (inside urban area, pop. under 100,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,361 (3,361 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 1,908 (1.49 people per house) |
| Families | 489 (2.6 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 1,075 |
| Pop. — Asian | 57 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | N/A |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 63 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 2,263 |
| Pop. — Other | 25 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Private For-profit
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Very small two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Quarter |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending West Virginia Junior College?
Ranks 2894th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $8,925 | $8,925 | $8,925 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $248 | $248 | $248 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $10,477 | $10,477 | $10,477 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $20,231 | $20,231 | $20,231 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $14,633 | $14,633 | $14,633 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $9,625  $10,225 |
$9,625  $10,225 |
$9,625  $10,225 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $234  $252 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $4,546  $4,888 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $4,521  $4,866 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $3,865  $4,156 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does West Virginia Junior College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions |  |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does West Virginia Junior College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
West Virginia Junior College Ranks 2737th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,003 | 34 |  97% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $2,354 | 1 |  3% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $2,000 | 1 |  3% |
| Student Loan Aid | $3,952 | 34 |  97% |
| Any financial aid type | 35 |  100% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at West Virginia Junior College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 7 | 28 | 35 |
Hispanic | N/A | 1 | 1 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | N/A | N/A | N/A |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | N/A | N/A |
White Non-Hispanic | 28 | 85 | 113 |
Race Unknown | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Total | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at West Virginia Junior College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 33 | 36 | |
| 2 | 11 | 13 | |
| 6 | 3 | 9 | |
| N/A | 2 | 2 | |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 14 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | N/A |
| Total Benefits | N/A |
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about 1 year ago
Christopher Wagner chrswgnrwv ((at)) suddenlink dot net
This college has a high turner over rate and is not a national accredited college. See remarks on www.myspace.com and look at graduates comments about the school. If I was paying that much I would look else where