West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport
- West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport is an accredited, degree granting institution. It's mission is to provide area students with the tools needed to achieve career success. Our goal is to provide you with the skills you need to begin your career in a short period of time. Through career-focused classes and hands-on training, you can earn an associate degree in months not years. Our programs are designed to make you employable. As a WVJC student, you will have access to modern classrooms and laboratory equipment, individualized attention in a small class, externship experience in a real-world business and job placement assistance. Graduates of WVJC are eligible, at no additional tuition, to receive brush-up training necessary to upgrade skills as needed.
School Highlights
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport serves 123 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 15%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Private-state tuition: $12,625
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 4%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five years.
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport
(WV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
15 staff
49 staff
Student Body
The student population of West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport diversity score of 0.08 is less than the state average of 0.27. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
123 students
1,062 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
123 students
628 students
# Part-Time Students
5 students
434 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
113 students
154 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
123 students
628 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
453 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% Asian
n/a
1%
% Hispanic
1%
3%
% Black
2%
5%
% White
96%
85%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.08
0.27
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
70%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.97%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$20,900
$25,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $12,625 is more than the state average of $11,594. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,625
$11,594
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,836
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,340
$4,580
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
460
ACT Composite
n/a
19
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- West Virginia Junior College is accredited by the Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges & Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport cost?
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport's private state tuition is approximately $12,625.
What schools are West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport often compared to?
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeportis often viewed alongside schools like Pierpont Community and Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport's ranking?
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport ranks among the top 20% of community college in West Virginia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport is Pierpont Community and Technical College (14.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
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(304) 296-8282
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(304) 296-8282
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(724) 437-4600
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(724) 437-4600
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