Home
Institutions
Learning Center

Ready to find your perfect institution?

Join thousands of students making informed decisions about their academic future.

Get started free

Empowering students with tools and insights for smarter education decisions. Explore institutions, compare costs and outcomes, and plan your next step.

[email protected]
Sunnyvale, CA

Company

  • About
  • Contact

Resources

  • Institutions
  • Compare Schools
  • Learning Center
  • Tools
  • FAQ

Legal

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Cookie Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Editorial Policy

Connect

X (Twitter)LinkedIn

Follow us for updates

© 2026 StudyRails. All rights reserved.

Back to Institutions
WV

West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Beckley, WVPublicCity Setting
Selective • 37% Acceptance
Visit Website
Add to list:
37%
Accept Rate
Selective
$9,337
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
981
Students
Small campus body
$45,181
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

West Virginia University Institute of Technology is a public institution located in the city setting of Beckley, WV. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 981 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 37%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Public
Student Population
981 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
37% (Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading460 - 570
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math420 - 550
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite19 - 23
1typical 50% range36
37%
Acceptance Rate
Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Engineering21% of degrees
Business & Marketing19% of degrees
Biological Sciences10% of degrees
Health Sciences3% of degrees
Social Sciences3% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,542
Earnings 5yr: $99,815
Debt: $22,500
Computer Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,048
Earnings 5yr: $99,140
Debt: $24,500
Chemical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,503
Earnings 5yr: $89,812
Debt: $22,843
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,750
Earnings 5yr: $96,827
Debt: $27,242
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,461
Earnings 5yr: $90,443
Debt: $26,242
Civil Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,117
Earnings 5yr: $81,556
Debt: $24,291
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,805
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $77,144
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $76,135
Earnings 5yr: $82,077
Debt: $23,903
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,372
Earnings 5yr: $67,056
Debt: $26,432
Security Science and Technology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,455
Earnings 5yr: $55,315
Debt: $24,324
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $57,486
Earnings 5yr: $57,866
Debt: $23,090
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,969
Earnings 5yr: $59,257
Debt: $23,250
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $51,403
Earnings 5yr: $50,557
Debt: $25,242
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $51,263
Earnings 5yr: $50,337
Debt: $23,328
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $71,142
Debt: $24,356
Air Transportation.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Community Organization and Advocacy.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Systems Analysis.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Construction Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$9,337
In-State Tuition$8,424
Out-of-State Tuition$21,072
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

27%
Pell Grants
24%
Take Loans
58%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$45,181
+24% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,939

Completion Signals

33%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
62%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$167/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

Hover or tap a bubble above to explore detailed community insights.

Gender Balance

57%
Men
43%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 57% men and 43% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
30%
Part-Time Share
5%
Avg Family Income
$76,249
Explore Further

Ready to find your perfect fit?

Compare academic details, explore other state universities, and evaluate your earnings potentials.

Browse All Institutions

More Institutions in WV

Explore similar institutions to compare costs, programs, and outcomes.

AP

American Public University System

Charles Town, WV
Private For-Profit
Cost
$9,597
Size
40.1K
Accept
—
WV

West Virginia University

Morgantown, WV
Public
Cost
$15,634
Size
17.4K
Accept
89%
MU

Marshall University

Huntington, WV
Public
Cost
$7,502
Size
7.3K
Accept
96%
FS

Fairmont State University

Fairmont, WV
Public
Cost
$9,032
Size
2.6K
Accept
99%
SU

Shepherd University

Shepherdstown, WV
Public
Cost
$11,363
Size
2.3K
Accept
97%
UO

University of Charleston

Charleston, WV
Private Nonprofit
Cost
$22,107
Size
2.3K
Accept
62%
View all institutions in WV