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Monongalia County Technical Education Center

Morgantown, West Virginia · Public technical college · Training programs available:

LPN / LVN programsSurgical technologist programsHVAC schools
68%completion rate · West Virginia avg 69%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$37,333median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$40,499median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$12,083annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 1000 Mississippi Street, Morgantown, WV 26501 · Phone: 30429192402723 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Monongalia County Technical Education Center is a public trade school in Morgantown, WV offering LPN, surgical technologist, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Monongalia County Technical Education Center has a 68.0% completion rate, near the state average of 68.5%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $40,499, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Monongalia County Technical Education Center is $12,083, and the school participates in Title IV, so federal financial aid can be used. About 48.6% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Monongalia County Tec… Monongalia County Tec…: 68% 68% West Virginia average West Virginia average: 68.5% 68.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$45,690$55,360$61,300
Surgical technologists$38,010$49,110$61,610
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$36,160$48,850$60,790

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 21 $34,396 $30,771 not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 10 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 7 not reported $29,685 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.

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About this school

Monongalia County Technical Education Center is a public trade school in Morgantown, West Virginia, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Because it participates in Title IV, students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus's top programs are LPN / LVN programs, surgical technologist programs, and HVAC schools, with 38 recent trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 43.

On outcomes, the school's completion rate is 68.0%, near the state average of 68.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,499. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is $12,083, and 48.6% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.

This campus, located in a small city setting, may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in healthcare and skilled-trade fields rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; specific program lengths are not reported here, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and current outcome data, check the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling. Prospective students can also contact the school directly using the phone number or website provided to ask about admissions, program length, and licensing exam requirements for fields like LPN or surgical technology.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus's top programs are LPN / LVN programs, surgical technologist programs, and HVAC schools, spanning 3 program families overall.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a current status of Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 48.6% of students here receive Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 68.0%, which is near the state average of 68.5%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for further detail.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,499, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is $12,083.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public school, which typically means it is state-supported and eligible for Title IV federal financial aid, as confirmed here.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and check outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided for this school.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers focused programs like LPN, surgical technology, and HVAC training in a small-city setting, which may suit those seeking shorter, career-specific training, though exact program lengths are not reported here to confirm scheduling fit.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Federal data does not report specific licensing requirements; prospective students should contact the school directly to learn about licensing exams tied to programs such as LPN or surgical technology.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Monongalia County Technical Education Center by phone at 30429192402723 or visit its website at https://mtec.mono.k12.wv.us/ for admissions information.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link for this school to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings with other institutions.

Other trade and career schools in Morgantown, WV

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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.

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