Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Mount Gay, West Virginia |
| Online | southernwv.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College serves rural communities across multiple campuses in the southern counties of West Virginia, with its main campus located in Mount Gay-Shamrock, Logan County. The institution operates additional locations in Williamson, Saulsville, and Foster, providing accessible higher education across the region. Founded in 1971 as a comprehensive community college, Southern offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce development programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare, business, technology, and applied technical fields. The college maintains an open admission policy and provides both traditional classroom instruction and distance learning options to accommodate working students. Campus facilities include technical labs, a library resource center, and student support services, though the institution operates as a commuter college without on-campus housing.
Annual Cost to Attend
West Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $288 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $5,600 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $8,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,344 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $288 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $5,600 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $8,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,864 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 50% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 16% |
| Business | 10% |
| Engineering Technology | 8% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 8% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=237817 IPEDS survey data for Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College.
Current students may use the Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024