# West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Beckley, WV. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/west-virginia-university-institute-of-technology

West Virginia University Institute of Technology is a public college in Beckley, WV with 981 undergraduates. It admits 37% of applicants, and admitted students average 1033 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $14,942 per year ($15,219 for families earning under $30,000). 30% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,910 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 37% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 1,005 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 613 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 460–570 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 420–550 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 19–23 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $28,440 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $14,942 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $15,219 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $9,671 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $13,025 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $14,843 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $20,706 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 981 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 30% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $62,910 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $21,146 (FY2024) |

## What West Virginia University Institute of Technology considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Not considered
- Class rank: Not considered
- Essay or personal statement: Not considered
- Recommendations: Not considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Considered

## FAQ

**What is West Virginia University Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?**

West Virginia University Institute of Technology admits 37% of applicants, which makes it selective.

**What SAT score do you need for West Virginia University Institute of Technology?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 460–570 on SAT Reading and Writing and 420–550 on SAT Math; the average total is 1033.

**What ACT score do you need for West Virginia University Institute of Technology?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–23.

**Is West Virginia University Institute of Technology test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to West Virginia University Institute of Technology?**

In Fall 2023, 1,005 students applied to West Virginia University Institute of Technology and 613 were admitted; 308 enrolled.

**Does West Virginia University Institute of Technology consider legacy status?**

No. West Virginia University Institute of Technology reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does West Virginia University Institute of Technology require an essay?**

West Virginia University Institute of Technology reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does West Virginia University Institute of Technology cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $28,440 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,942.

**What is West Virginia University Institute of Technology's graduation rate?**

30% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 237950. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology