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BridgeValley Community & Technical College
South Charleston, West Virginia · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 2001 Union Carbide Dr, South Charleston, WV 25136 · Phone: (304) 734-6600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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BridgeValley Community & Technical College is a public trade school in South Charleston, WV, offering radiology, dental hygiene, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
BridgeValley's completion rate is 34.2%, below the state average of 68.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median graduate debt is $9,829 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,432.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for BridgeValley; federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV eligible), and 46.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $56,270 | $74,150 | $81,370 |
| Dental hygienists | $59,950 | $73,840 | $76,260 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $35,350 | $46,610 | $62,430 |
| Medical records specialists | $31,610 | $47,360 | $59,950 |
| Construction laborers | $30,770 | $42,670 | $54,780 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,700 | $48,810 | $60,170 |
| Medical assistants | $30,890 | $37,180 | $41,140 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,120 | $34,360 | $39,310 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in West Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $41,784 | $41,286 | $7,631 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $40,431 | $30,988 | $14,064 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $55,286 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $41,784 | $41,286 | $7,631 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
BridgeValley Community & Technical College is a public trade and career campus in South Charleston, WV. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school's most-awarded programs are radiology & sonography, dental hygiene, and diesel mechanic training, among eight program families offered overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 34.2%, which is below the state average of 68.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,829, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $36,432. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 46.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend.
This campus may suit students pursuing technical, licensure-track fields like radiology, dental hygiene, or diesel mechanics, though specific program lengths are not detailed in this data, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Given the below-average completion rate, prospective students—including career changers—should ask the school directly about program structure and support services. Verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
BridgeValley offers eight program families including radiology & sonography, dental hygiene, diesel mechanics, medical billing/coding, construction trades, welding, medical assisting, and EMT training. Its top-awarding programs are radiology & sonography, dental hygiene, and diesel mechanics.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, BridgeValley is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 34.2%, which is below the West Virginia state average of 68.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,829, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,432, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (304) 734-6600 or visit https://www.bridgevalley.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
BridgeValley is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and Title IV aid eligibility, as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific tracks like dental hygiene or diesel mechanics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484932, or contact the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or delivery format, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about flexible scheduling.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach BridgeValley Community & Technical College at (304) 734-6600 or through its website, https://www.bridgevalley.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative information on other nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.