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West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Montgomery, West Virginia

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Overview

Enrollment

1,481
West Virginia University Institute of Technology overview
Location Montgomery, West Virginia
Online wvutech.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
West Virginia University Institute of Technology overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), located in Montgomery, West Virginia, is a constituent campus of West Virginia University, offering a variety of bachelor's degree programs in engineering, business, computer science, life sciences, and social sciences. Established in 1895 and having moved to Beckley in 2017, the institution has a rich history combined with a focus on innovation and technology. The campus features a suburban setting with facilities designed to support its STEM-oriented curriculum, and offers on-campus housing for students. WVU Tech is noted for its engineering programs and maintains a somewhat selective admissions process. The school does not have a profile for prominent athletics.

In the most recent statistical year 830 prospective students applied, and 536 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 298 enrolled in the school.  972 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 509 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,848 plus fees of $0. West Virginia University Tech is ranked 832 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

5/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

4/10

Outcomes

5/10

Value

West Virginia University Tech is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very Easy
West Virginia University Institute of Technology overview
SAT 900/1130
ACT 18/24
GPA 3.51

Applications Accepted

64.6% 
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Applications Due Aug 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

West Virginia Resident Tuition

$7,848
In State Costs for West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$950
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $11,676
Budget for Other Expenses$3,000
Total One Year Cost$23,474

Out of State Resident Tuition

$19,584
Out of State Costs for West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$950
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $11,676
Budget for Other Expenses$3,000
Total One Year Cost$35,210

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$50,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

29% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by West Virginia University Institute of Technology students
Subject Percent of Class
Engineering 32%
Business 17%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 15%
Engineering Technology 14%
Psychology 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024