C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
53/100 · earnings-weighted

Pierpont Community and Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Fairmont, West Virginia 26554
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: 39%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
D
35/100
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

1,939
Total Enrollment
39%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,777
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Pierpont Community and Technical College ▼

48% 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
$192,569
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,194
1-Year Change
+6.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$35,132
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,618
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,110
Median debt at graduation
42.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
21.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 57th 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 Pierpont Community and Technical College

Median pay of associate's degree 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$99,033$132,580+87%#6 of 52#3—
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians—$118,619+71%#2 of 8#1—
Science Technologies/Technicians$51,538$63,423+22%#1 of 7#1$10,266
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$32,291$42,039-1%#326 of 476#180$13,271
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$40,318-9%#664 of 947#249$10,340
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$35,624-4%#220 of 286#131—
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$26,843$34,943-16%#115 of 124#72—
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications$33,590————$12,000
Business/Commerce$26,517$32,259-35%#203 of 205#201$14,920
Culinary Arts and Related Services$26,399—————

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 Pierpont Community and Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $192,569
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,194/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 26574 (10.0% cap, Rivesville)

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🏆 Where Pierpont Community and Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#15
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 19 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,580 $11,332

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
23%
Take Out Loans
$5,777
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,074
$30,001 - $48,000$8,167
$48,001 - $75,000$11,443
$75,001 - $110,000$12,014
$110,001+$12,954

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 436 grads/yr Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other 184 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 44 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 41 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 40 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 32 grads/yr Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 18 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 16 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 13 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 13 grads/yr Institutional Food Workers 12 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 11 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 11 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 9 grads/yr Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other 8 grads/yr Welding Engineering Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Petroleum Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,939
Total Students
60%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
48%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 87%
Hispanic 1%
Black 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 48%
With Family 52%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~923 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pierpont 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 Pierpont Community and Technical College?
Tuition at Pierpont Community and Technical College is $4,580 for in-state students and $11,332 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,777.
What is the graduation rate at Pierpont Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at Pierpont Community and Technical College is 39%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Pierpont Community and Technical College a good school?
Pierpont Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): 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 Pierpont Community and Technical College?
Pierpont Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,939 students.
Is there rental demand near Pierpont Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 48% of students at Pierpont Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 923 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fairmont area.

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