JAMES RUMSEY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (JRTI)
- 3274 Hedgesville Road
- Martinsburg, WV 25403
- OPEID College Code: 00835500
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- General Phone: (304) 754-7925
- Director: Vicki Jenkins
- Type: Public, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 145
- College Alias: JRTI
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About
The James Rumsey Technical Institute has its groundbreaking in 1969. The school is named for James Rumsey, a mechanical engineer and inventor from Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Located in Martinsburg, West Virginia, the school offers high school and post-secondary programs for individuals wishing to learn a vocation or career. JTRI serves three counties and has become an established and respected technical school in the area.
Academics
JTRI offers a diver number of classes in its high school and post-graduate programs. The high school programs covers general education as well as specific trades, while the post-secondary offers seven career oriented programs.
Post-secondary programs:
- Culinary Arts
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Electromechanical Technology
- Practical Nursing
- Automotive Technology
- Surgical Technology
- Truck Driving
Admissions and Financial Aid
Post-Secondary programs have limited space for admissions, thus students interested in enrolling should do so early and be prepared to pay the application fee along with a sealed copy of their high school transcripts. Applicants must have a GED or high school diploma. Individual programs may have additional requirements. Students interested in financial aid should visit the financial aid portion of the schools website as well as complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.jamesrumsey.com

- Mission Statement
- To enhance the quality of life through continual education for students of all ages thoughout our community by setting standards of excellence in technical and academic education as determined by business, industry, and government.
- North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, Board of Trustees
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 59%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 23% | 23% | 5% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $3,969 | $2,954 | $1,025 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $4,204 | $3,604 | $3,330 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,278 | $1,484 | $1,167 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Other Expenses | $7,160 | $7,160 | $7,160 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Other Expenses | $3,360 | $3,360 | $3,360 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,360 | $3,360 | $3,360 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | $14,842 | $14,448 | $13,857 |
| Off Campus | $14,842 | $14,448 | $13,857 |
| Off Campus with Family | $8,842 | $8,448 | $7,857 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $5,482 | 1,360 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Auto Mechanics Technology | $3,652 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Electromechanical Technology and Electromechanical Engineering Technology | $3,289 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Refrigeration Technology | $5,237 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Culinary Arts | $3,199 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Surgical Technology | $7,388 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 145 Undergraduate: 145
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 92 Female: 53
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 92 Female: 53
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 145 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 145 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2 | 1% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 25 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 19 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 20 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 23 | 16% |
| Ages 30-34 | 17 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 10 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 17 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 10 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.7% |
| Age Unknown | 3 | 2% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Primarily Instruction | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2 | 2 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 86%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 87%
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