by our College Data Analytics TeamIs West Virginia University Tech worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
West Virginia University Tech is ranked #880 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within West Virginia, it ranks #14 of 36 for value.
Among the majors West Virginia University Tech offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #25 of 243 |
| General Mechanical Engineering | #72 of 348 |
| Mechanical Engineering | #72 of 348 |
| Engineering | #72 of 348 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #87 of 638 |
| General Psychology | #136 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #136 of 1,068 |
| Biology Studies | #213 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #214 of 1,055 |
| Biology | #214 of 1,055 |
Below is the detailed West Virginia University Tech value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology is ranked #10 out of #36 in West Virginia for quality and #14 out of #36 for West Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the West Virginia University Tech financial aid page to be sure.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology is ranked #880 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at West Virginia University Tech costs about $10,870. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $43,479 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $20,285 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $9,337 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,870 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $43,479 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the West Virginia University Tech net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What West Virginia University Tech costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a West Virginia University Tech degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $81,140 | — | — |
| All Students | $43,479 | #880 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $37,348 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $81,140 | — | — |
| All Students | $43,479 | #14 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $37,348 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at West Virginia University Tech shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,947 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,865 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,532 |
| $75K–$110K | $12,351 |
| Over $110K | $14,408 |
About 86% of West Virginia University Tech undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,303 per year. Get more details on the West Virginia University Tech financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average West Virginia University Tech cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.