C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
88/100 · earnings-weighted

Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Parkersburg, West Virginia 26101
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.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
B
69/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

28
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
$5,787
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$40,547
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,642
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
77.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 85th 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 Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing

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$37,542$40,681-27%#696 of 757#634—

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 Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $133,816
  • Avg rent near campus: $936/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 26101 (5.5% cap, Parkersburg)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
0%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,787
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 18 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

28
Total Students
96%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 100%

🏠 Living Arrangements

With Family 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing?
Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing a good school?
Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 (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 Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing?
Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing has a total enrollment of 28 students.

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