B
Good
Score: 67/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
93/100 · earnings-weighted

Monongalia County Technical Education Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Morgantown, West Virginia 26501
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: 88%
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
A
83/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
C+
51/100

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

48
Total Enrollment
88%
Graduation Rate
95%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
50%
Acceptance Rate
$4,865
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Monongalia County Technical Education Center ▼

22% 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
$224,163
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,447
1-Year Change
+7.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Monongalia County Technical Education Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,499
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,333
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
68%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
48.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 94th percentile among certificate-focused 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 Monongalia County Technical Education Center

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$44,589$50,148-11%#550 of 757#346—

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 Monongalia County Technical Education Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $224,163
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,447/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 26574 (10.0% cap, Rivesville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$4,865
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,144
$48,001 - $75,000$6,972

Student Demographics

48
Total Students
56%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)
22%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 92%
Black 4%
Asian 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 22%
With Family 78%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~11 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Monongalia County Technical Education Center?
Monongalia County Technical Education Center has an acceptance rate of 50%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Monongalia County Technical Education Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Monongalia County Technical Education Center?
The graduation rate at Monongalia County Technical Education Center is 88%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Monongalia County Technical Education Center a good school?
Monongalia County Technical Education Center has a Repit College Score of 67/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Monongalia County Technical Education Center?
Monongalia County Technical Education Center has a total enrollment of 48 students.
Is there rental demand near Monongalia County Technical Education Center?
Yes! Approximately 22% of students at Monongalia County Technical Education Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 11 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Morgantown area.

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