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Average
Score: 45/100

Mountwest Community and Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Huntington, West Virginia 25701
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 17%
Outcomes
F
33/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,459
Total Enrollment
17%
Graduation Rate
41%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,103
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Mountwest Community and Technical College

53% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 767 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$153,986
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,037
1-Year Change
+6.0%
For parents & investors

The Mountwest Community and Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $153,986
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,037/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 25703 (10.3% cap, Huntington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,818 $12,004

Financial Aid

81%
Receive Any Aid
57%
Receive Pell Grants
23%
Take Out Loans
$10,103
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,038
$30,001 - $48,000$9,991
$48,001 - $75,000$7,686
$75,001 - $110,000$6,573

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 34 grads/yr Information Technology 19 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 18 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 16 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 15 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 11 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 11 grads/yr Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification 10 grads/yr Science Technologies/Technicians, Other 9 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 9 grads/yr Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other 8 grads/yr American Sign Language (ASL) 7 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr General Studies 7 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 7 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 6 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 6 grads/yr Construction Trades, Other 6 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 6 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Mountwest Community and Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,459
Total Students
60%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
53%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 1%
Black 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 53%
With Family 47%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~767 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 44%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mountwest Community and Technical College?
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 Mountwest Community and Technical College?
Tuition at Mountwest Community and Technical College is $4,818 for in-state students and $12,004 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,103.
What is the graduation rate at Mountwest Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at Mountwest Community and Technical College is 17%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Mountwest Community and Technical College a good school?
Mountwest Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (F): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Mountwest Community and Technical College?
Mountwest Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,459 students.
Is there rental demand near Mountwest Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 53% of students at Mountwest Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 767 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Huntington area.

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