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Pierpont Community and Technical College
- 1201 Locust Ave
- Fairmont, WV 26554
- OPEID College Code: 04038500
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- General Phone: (304) 367-4692
- President: Blair Montgomery
- Website: www.fscwv.edu
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Town Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 2,878
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Pierpont Community and Technical College is to enhance the quality of life for people of north-central West Virginia through accessible, affordable, comprehensive, responsive, workforce-related training, and quality higher education opportunities.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 70% | 56% | 8% | 5% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,125 | $3,211 | $1,665 | $1,195 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,412 | $3,402 | $3,278 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,166 | $7,584 | $7,298 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,262 | $5,982 | $6,620 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,350 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $13,374 | $13,084 | $13,448 |
| Out of State | $18,128 | $17,266 | $17,468 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $4,612 | $4,602 | $4,478 |
| Out of State | $9,366 | $8,784 | $8,498 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $4,612 | $4,602 | $4,478 |
| Out of State | $9,366 | $8,784 | $8,498 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,878 Undergraduate: 2,878
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,143 Female: 1,735
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,143 Female: 1,735
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,674 Part-Time: 1,204
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,674 Part-Time: 1,204
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 8 | 0.3% |
| Black | 148 | 5% |
| Asian | 22 | 0.8% |
| Hispanic | 20 | 0.7% |
| White | 2,655 | 92% |
| Unknown | 25 | 0.9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 580 | 20% |
| Ages 18-19 | 708 | 25% |
| Ages 20-21 | 438 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 298 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 272 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 146 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 140 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 192 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 78 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.03% |
| Age Uknown | 25 | 0.9% |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 56%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 40%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 12% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 9% |
| Female | 15% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 6% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 13% |
| Unknown | 11% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 4 | - |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Drug Related | 4 | - |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 5 | 2 |
| Burglary | 15 | 19 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | - |
| Burglary | 13 | 18 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
