Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 396030
- Phone: (337) 988-4042
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
90%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,009Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
New River Community and Technical College
111 Crosley Street, Suite 4, West Monroe, LA
About
New River Community and Technical College, located in Beckley, West Virginia, was established in 2003 as the most recent such school in the state. The school is the result of a merger between two previously established institutions, Bluefield State College and Glenville State College, which have a histories dating over a century.
NRCTC serves a fairly large service area which includes nine counties which are served by five campuses, located in Beckley, Princeton, Summersville, Beaver and Lewisburg. The school is one of ten that comprise the West Virginia Community and Technical College System.
Academics
Students may choose from a variety of program options available to them at New River Community and Technical College. Academic transfer programs prepare students for entry into a four year college or university by first allowing them to complete their freshman and sophomore years locally followed by transferring earned credits for use toward a bachelor's degree.
Career programs provide education and training in one of several high demand fields for entry into the workforce for the purposes of long term employment as a qualified professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
New River Community and Technical College admits any interested individuals who are at least eighteen years old or have a high school diploma. Individuals must complete the application for admission, pay all fees, and provide transcripts and test scores if available.
Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor, participate in orientation and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Financial Aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships awarded based on need as determined by the information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students New River Community and Technical College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,700. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $4,400-$5,200
- Out-of-State: $6,900-$8,280
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $180-$220 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $290-$350 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 90% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 83% | $5,294 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 30% | $3,848 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, New River Community and Technical College may provide student services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by New River Community and Technical College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
- Teacher Assistant (TA) (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to New River Community and Technical College.
- Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College in Shepherdstown, WV (44 miles away)
- Mountwest Community and Technical College in Lafayette, LA (78 miles away)
- Ashland Community and Technical College in Wilmore, KY (90 miles away)
- Reid State Technical College in Huntsville, AL (107 miles away)
- Northeast State Technical Community College in Nashville, TN (110 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 396030
- Phone: (337) 988-4042
- School Homepage