C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
22/100 · earnings-weighted

New River Community and Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Beaver, West Virginia 25813
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 30%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
A
84/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
F
32/100
Prestige
F
18/100

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

1,262
Total Enrollment
30%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$3,844
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near New River Community and Technical College ▼

51% 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
$193,236
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,080
1-Year Change
+4.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at New River Community and Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$29,073
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$28,278
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,250
Median debt at graduation
36%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
39%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 9th percentile among associate-degree-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 New River Community and Technical College

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
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$50,399————$5,500
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$38,778$41,263-26%#690 of 757#615$7,459

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 New River Community and Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $193,236
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,080/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 25880 (6.0% cap, Bradley)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,158 $8,140

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
62%
Receive Pell Grants
11%
Take Out Loans
$3,844
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,578
$30,001 - $48,000$2,652
$48,001 - $75,000$5,654
$75,001 - $110,000$5,641
$110,001+$11,656

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 29 grads/yr General Studies 24 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 21 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 21 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 15 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 15 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 15 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 14 grads/yr Lineworker 13 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 13 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 13 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 12 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 11 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Information Technology 10 grads/yr Family and Community Services 7 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 6 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 5 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 3 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Massage therapists
$58k/yr 168,000 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,262
Total Students
67%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
51%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 90%
Hispanic 1%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 51%
With Family 49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~640 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 28%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 44%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at New River 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 New River Community and Technical College?
Tuition at New River Community and Technical College is $5,158 for in-state students and $8,140 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $3,844.
What is the graduation rate at New River Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at New River Community and Technical College is 30%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is New River Community and Technical College a good school?
New River Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 New River Community and Technical College?
New River Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,262 students.
Is there rental demand near New River Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 51% of students at New River Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 640 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Beaver area.

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