- The West Virginia Junior College, originally Capitol City Commercial College, was founded in 1892 and is located in downtown Charleston, WV.
School Highlights
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston serves 394 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 22%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Private-state tuition: $12,625
- Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
- Minority enrollment: 12%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five years.
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston
(WV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's 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
16 staff
30 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
Student Body
The student population of West Virginia Junior College-Charleston has grown by 80% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The West Virginia Junior College-Charleston diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has grown by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
394 students
809 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
394 students
414 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
6 students
395 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
394 students
450 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
394 students
414 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
8%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
88%
78%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.22
0.38
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
84%
52%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$20,900
$25,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $12,625 is more than the state average of $12,270. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,625
$12,270
Tuition Notes
Variable based on program
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,836
$9,568
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,340
$4,580
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The overall goal of the West Virginia Junior College is to provide specialized programs in career fields that assist our graduates in developing the tools, attitudes, and communication skills that will enhance employment opportunities. The college offers programs in Information Technology, Medical Assiting, Business Administration, Medical Office Administration and Dental Assisting. For more than 100 years, West Virginia Junior College has been building relationships with area employers to assist students in finding fulfilling careers. West Virginia Junior College is fully accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. and is licensed to offer diplomas and associate degrees in the State of West Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does West Virginia Junior College-Charleston cost?
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston's private state tuition is approximately $12,625.
What is West Virginia Junior College-Charleston's ranking?
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston ranks among the top 20% of community college in West Virginia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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