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The main campus of West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport is in Bridgeport, WV (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a private, for-profit school. West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to computer science and engineering, engineering technician, and medical adminstration.
West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy.
In 2007, the school had 219 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"West Virginia Junior College is dedicated to providing students the opportunity for success through specialized training. It is through the educational process that students receive support and encouragement so they may reach their full potential. This College believes this will enhance employability. To accomplish this important goal, this College is committed to career training which emphasizes skills, attitudes, and work habits consistent with good business practices through educational excellence.
This College maintains the philosophy that the student comes first and practices and open door policy allowing students accessibility to all faculty and administrative staff. A cohesive bond between the student and the school is developed as a result of this open communication and is fundamental in the development of the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare to entry into a career field.
The mission of the College will be accomplished by the achievement of the following objectives:
a. Continually offer students viable career options by providing quality educational programs based on employer-driven requirements.
b. Maintaining a qualified faculty and staff dedicated to the personal and professional development of each student.
c. Develop each student's ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to think critically.
d. Constantly analyze and update curricula to remain in the forefront of changing and emerging technologies."
More complete details are provided below.
West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport
176 Thompson Dr.
Bridgeport, WV 26330
General Phone: (304) 842-4007
http://www.wvjcinfo.net
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 53 | medical assistant, dental assistant |
| Medical Administration | 18 | medical secretary |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 17 | webmastering |
| Engineering Technician | 15 | computer systems tech |
Number of programs and degrees for West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 103 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 3 |
In 2007, West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport had a total enrollment of 219 students (208 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 97% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 65 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bridgeport, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,225 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,225 |
| Books and supplies | $ 286 |
Financial Aid:
West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1057302)
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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