School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a rural area (in Montgomery, WV). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

405 Fayette Pke
Montgomery, WV 25136
Main Phone: (304) 442-3071
Web Site: www.wvutech.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,033 (full-time equivalent) students. 96.5% of students attend full-time, while 3.5% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 297 male students and 160 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 65% of the student body, while females made up 35%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (8)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (3)%.

School Selectivity

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 380. One quarter of students scored at least 530.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 400 or higher. One fourth of students scored 580 or higher.

Degree Levels

• Certificate, 1-2 years
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Degree Programs

Business And Management

• Accounting
• Administrative And Secretarial
• Business
• Business Administration
• Human Resource
• Information Technology

• Computer And Information Sciences

• Vocational Teaching

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Physics
• Engineering Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Specialized Engineering
• Systems Engineering

• Civil Engineering Technology
• Electromechanical Instrument Technology
• Electronic And Computer Technology
• Industrial Equipment Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology

• Dental Laboratory And Dental Hygienist
• Medical Diagnostics Technician
• Medical Office
• Nursing

• Government And Political Science

• Liberal Arts

• Other Interdisciplinary Studies

• Biology

• Mathematics

• Chemistry

• Drafting
• Printing Press Operator

• Community Service

School Accreditation

West Virginia University Institute Of Technology reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

West Virginia University Institute Of Technology is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

West Virginia University Institute Of Technology belongs to the following athletic conferences:

• West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, and baseball).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• AP credits
• Credit for life experience
• Distance learning options

Financial Flexibility

• ROTC
• Student employment services
• Work-study (Co-op)
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates
• On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements

• Secondary school record is required.
• Standardized test scores are required.
• A college preparatory program is required.
• The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

• High-school GPA is recommended.

• Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.
• Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
• A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.