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West Virginia Career Institute

Overview of West Virginia Career Institute

West Virginia Career Institute is located in Mount Braddock, PA (a small suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by West Virginia Career Institute is the Associate's degree.

Areas of Study

The school is known for its programs in business and management and engineering technician.

West Virginia Career Institute Selectivity

West Virginia Career Institute is an open-admission school.

Student Body

The school had 165 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A large number of students at West Virginia Career Institute are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are female.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"It is the philosophy of this institution to assist the student in obtaining the knowledge and skills needed to successfully achieve his/her academic, professional and personal goals. The school's programs evidence this philosophy by: 1. providing specialized training in career fields that offer employment opportunities; 2. emphasizing business skills designed to enhance employability; 3. providing general education coursework which emphasizes personal development, communication skills and social issues awareness; 4. providing education and training by combining theoretical concepts with hands-on application; and 5. promoting an atmosphere of professionlism, cooperation and accountability through team integration of faculty, administration and student body."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting West Virginia Career Institute

West Virginia Career Institute
Mount Braddock Road
Mount Braddock, PA 15465
General Phone: (724) 437-4600
http://www.wvci.edu

West Virginia Career Institute Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Medical Support and Technology45allied health and medical assisting
Medical Administration15medical secretary
Engineering Technician14computer systems tech
Business and Management9accounting and computer science, accounting technology
Office and Administration5administrative assistant

Number of programs and degrees for West Virginia Career Institute in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree785
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years102

Student Body

In 2007-2008, West Virginia Career Institute had a total enrollment of 165 students (191 full-time equivalent).

Students by Age:

AgePercent
18-1916%
20-2116%
22-2413%
25-2912%
30-3412%
35-3912%
40-4913%
50-647%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Pennsylvania100%

West Virginia Career Institute Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time70 %

West Virginia Career Institute Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 10,800
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 10,800

Financial Aid:
West Virginia Career Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 500701)

West Virginia Career Institute Degree Programs (2007)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Accounting and Computer Science

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General

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West Virginia Career Institute Highlights

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What Sets West Virginia Career Institute Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Female % of student body
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 10%West Virginia Career Institute Female % of student body
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 17%West Virginia Career Institute % students 40 years or older
% of degrees in business and management
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 18%West Virginia Career Institute % of degrees in business and management
% of degrees in engineering technician
(vs. all colleges)
Top 19%West Virginia Career Institute % of degrees in engineering technician
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library

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