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Huntington Junior College
Huntington, West Virginia · Private non-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 900 Fifth Ave, Huntington, WV 25701 · Phone: (304) 697-7550 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Huntington Junior College is a private non-profit trade school in Huntington, WV offering medical assistant, medical billing & coding, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Huntington Junior College has a 25.0% completion rate versus a 68.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $21,604 and median earnings of $21,783 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Huntington Junior College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in Title IV aid, and 90.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $30,890 | $37,180 | $41,140 |
| Medical records specialists | $31,610 | $47,360 | $59,950 |
| Dental assistants | $31,760 | $37,960 | $45,180 |
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 and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $21,661 | $19,775 | $19,395 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | $26,424 | $24,035 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 4 | $18,735 | $19,227 | not reported |
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
Huntington Junior College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Huntington, West Virginia, a small city setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and dental assistant schools, reflecting a focus on allied health careers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.0% for this campus, which is below the state average of 68.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $21,604, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $21,783. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 90.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that most enrollees come from lower-income backgrounds.
With 181 undergraduates and 14 trade program completers reported, this is a small campus concentrated in short, career-focused health programs rather than broad associate-degree offerings. The program mix may suit students seeking a direct path into entry-level medical office or dental support roles, though the completion and earnings figures suggest prospective students should weigh outcomes carefully. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date figures before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Huntington Junior College's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and dental assistant schools. It reports 3 program families in total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Huntington Junior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
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, Pell Grants, and federal loans can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 25.0%, which is below the West Virginia state average of 68.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $21,604 per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $21,783.
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 directly at (304) 697-7550 or via https://www.hjc.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Huntington Junior College is a private non-profit school, a distinction that can affect tuition pricing, institutional mission, and how surplus revenue is used.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school for exact program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?237437.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's programs are concentrated in short, career-focused health fields like medical assisting and billing/coding, which are often chosen by career changers, though specific adult-learner fit is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data; contact the school directly for details on any credentials tied to its medical assistant, billing/coding, or dental assistant programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Huntington Junior College at (304) 697-7550 or through its website, https://www.hjc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to look up other institutions offering similar programs in West Virginia.
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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.