Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Fairmont, West Virginia |
| Online | pierpont.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Fairmont, West Virginia, Pierpont Community and Technical College operates from a contemporary campus shared with Fairmont State University, approximately 20 miles south of Morgantown. The college, established in 1974, gained independent status as a public institution in 2008, separating from Fairmont State Community and Technical College. Pierpont provides career-focused technical programs and associate degrees, with particular strengths in healthcare, culinary arts, petroleum technology, and advanced manufacturing. The institution maintains an open admission policy consistent with its mission as a community college, offering both daytime and evening classes to serve working students. While primarily a commuter campus, students can access housing through an arrangement with Fairmont State University.
Annual Cost to Attend
West Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,174 |
| Room and Board | $9,226 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $17,312 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,174 |
| Room and Board | $9,226 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,070 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 15% |
| Business | 8% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 8% |
| Personal and Culinary Services | 8% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=443492 IPEDS survey data for Pierpont Community and Technical College.
Current students may use the Pierpont Community and Technical College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024