B
Good
Score: 64/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
88/100 · earnings-weighted

Fayette Institute of Technology

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Oak Hill, West Virginia 25901
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 92%
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
A
84/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
37/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

36
Total Enrollment
92%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$3,863
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Fayette Institute of Technology ▼

25% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$154,367
Avg Monthly Rent
$846
1-Year Change
+6.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Fayette Institute of Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$41,880
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,056
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
91.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
56.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 86th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WV wage index 0.71). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Fayette Institute of Technology

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$41,617$51,586-8%#519 of 757#282—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Fayette Institute of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $154,367
  • Avg rent near campus: $846/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 25917 (6.8% cap, Scarbro)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

50%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$3,863
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$30,001 - $48,000$4,417
$48,001 - $75,000$7,380

Student Demographics

36
Total Students
56%
Women
31%
Traditional Age (18-24)
25%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 100%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 25%
With Family 75%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~9 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%
25-64 (Adult) 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fayette Institute of Technology?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Fayette Institute of Technology?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Fayette Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at Fayette Institute of Technology is 92%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Fayette Institute of Technology a good school?
Fayette Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Fayette Institute of Technology?
Fayette Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 36 students.
Is there rental demand near Fayette Institute of Technology?
Yes! Approximately 25% of students at Fayette Institute of Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 9 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Oak Hill area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology