C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
83/100 · earnings-weighted

United Technical Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Clarksburg, West Virginia 26301
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 75%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
A
84/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

26
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
55%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,048
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near United Technical Center ▼

27% 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
$119,649
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,045
1-Year Change
+1.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$49,130
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,317
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
44%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 93rd 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 United Technical 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$46,221$49,357-12%#571 of 757#365—

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 United Technical Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $119,649
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,045/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 26369 (8.2% cap, Hepzibah)

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🏆 Where United Technical Center Ranks

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

#8
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other
of 46 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,200 $4,200

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,048
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,556
$30,001 - $48,000$1,258
$48,001 - $75,000$4,424

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other 30 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from United Technical Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs

Student Demographics

26
Total Students
88%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 96%
Asian 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~7 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at United Technical Center?
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 United Technical Center?
Tuition at United Technical Center is $4,200 for in-state students and $4,200 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,048.
What is the graduation rate at United Technical Center?
The graduation rate at United Technical Center is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is United Technical Center a good school?
United Technical Center has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend United Technical Center?
United Technical Center has a total enrollment of 26 students.
Is there rental demand near United Technical Center?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at United Technical Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 7 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Clarksburg area.

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Compare with other Less than 2-Year public institutions of similar size.

C+
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C+
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C+
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B
Mineral County Vocational Technical Center
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C+
Randolph Technical Center
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B
Fayette Institute of Technology
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology