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Private for-profit, 2-Year
Cross Lanes, WV

West Virginia Junior College-Charleston

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in WV. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$14,544

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

80.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$27,472

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

West Virginia Junior College-Charleston is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Cross Lanes, WV. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,544, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 80.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$29,088

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$2,528

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$54,368

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$79,648

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at West Virginia Junior College-Charleston is $8,270.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
84.5%
15.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
87.1%
Black
8.8%
Two or more
3.1%
Hispanic
0.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.0%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$14,544

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,277
$30k - $48k$14,111
$48k - $75k$17,000
$75k+$21,245

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$8,270
Pell Grant Recipients73.3%
Using Federal Loans64.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment29.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

84.0%

Success

80.2%

In-State Cost

$14,544

Age 25+ Students

56.5%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 7

Working at 6yr

375 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Cross Lanes. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!