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West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Beckley, West Virginia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,181

Acceptance Rate

61%

Graduation Rate

35%

Annual Tuition

$8,064

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of West Virginia University Institute of Technology earn a median of $55,939 ten years after entry — 3% above the national median. Acceptance rate 61.0%, average SAT score 1033, in-state tuition $8,064.

At a Glance

Total Students

1,009

Retention Rate

61%

Faculty Ratio

12

Financial Aid

26%

Median Debt

$22,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,033

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

460–570

SAT Math (middle 50%)

420–550

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

19–23

Institution Overview

West Virginia University Institute of Technology is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 61%. The total student population is 1,009. The retention rate is 60.9%, and the graduation rate is 35%. The in-state tuition is $8,064, and 25.5% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates' earnings one year after graduation are $43,805. Five years after graduation, earnings are $45,181, and ten years after graduation, earnings are $55,939. The median debt for students is $22,500.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$56k

10 YEARS

Top 52% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, West Virginia University Institute of Technology graduates earn a median salary of $43,805. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $45,181. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $55,939. The median debt for graduates is $22,500.

West Virginia University Institute of Technology has a student body of 1,009 students. The school has a 61% acceptance rate and a 35% graduation rate. The retention rate is 60.9%. The in-state tuition is $8,064. A total of 25.5% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Biology, General

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $25,086

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $34,883

Mechanical Engineering

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $71,504

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 15 / yr
Median Salary $42,298

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 13 / yr
Median Salary $65,223

Civil Engineering

Graduates 12 / yr
Median Salary $67,062

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 9 / yr
Median Salary $51,824

Security Science and Technology

Graduates 8 / yr
Median Salary $44,255

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Graduates 7 / yr
Median Salary $79,662

Psychology, General

Graduates 6 / yr
Median Salary $28,879

Chemical Engineering

Graduates 4 / yr
Median Salary $69,875

Computer Engineering

Graduates 4 / yr
Median Salary $76,314

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 3 / yr
Median Salary $39,229

Political Science and Government

Graduates 1 / yr
Median Salary $30,286

Chemistry

Graduates 1 / yr
Median Salary $36,891

Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

Graduates 0 / yr
Median Salary $72,210

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 0 / yr
Median Salary $71,298

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 0 / yr
Median Salary $30,002

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 0 / yr
Median Salary $27,547

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Campus Location

Beckley, West Virginia

Beckley, WV 25801

West Virginia University Institute of Technology is located in Beckley, West Virginia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

West Virginia University Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 61.0%.