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West Virginia Junior College-Charleston
Cross Lanes, West Virginia · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5514 Big Tyler Road Suite 200, Cross Lanes, WV 25313 · Phone: (304) 769-0011 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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West Virginia Junior College-Charleston is a private for-profit trade school in Cross Lanes, WV offering medical assistant and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACEN and ABHES.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 59.5% completion rate versus a 68.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,270 and median earnings of $27,472 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school does participate in federal Title IV aid, and about 73.8% 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 |
| 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 | 19 | $23,656 | $20,140 | $7,195 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $21,314 | $20,444 | $6,894 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | 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
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston is a private for-profit trade school located in Cross Lanes, WV, in a midsize suburb. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs and dental assistant schools, with 3 program families offered overall.
Federal data show a completion rate of 59.5%, which is below the West Virginia state average of 68.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,270, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,472 per the College Scorecard. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 73.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for federal need-based aid.
This campus, with 394 undergraduates and 32 trade program completers, appears geared toward students pursuing short, focused healthcare-support credentials such as medical or dental assisting rather than multi-year associate degrees. Given the relatively modest debt figures reported, it may suit adult learners or career changers seeking a compact entry point into healthcare support roles, though program length itself is not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the accreditors named above and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers medical assistant programs and dental assistant schools, among 3 total program families. Medical assisting (19) and dental assisting (13) are its top programs by completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with current status 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 students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 59.5%, 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 $8,270, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,472, per the 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) 769-0011 or visit wvjc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for schedule and duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACEN and ABHES, and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?237987.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, career-focused programs like medical and dental assisting, which may suit adult learners, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm what is needed for medical or dental assisting roles.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (304) 769-0011 or visit https://www.wvjc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.