A campus within the West Virginia University system, WVU Tech serves more than 1,700 students representing more than 25 states and 30 countries. History and Location
Founded in 1895 as the Montgomery Preparatory School, WVU Tech has a rich history of academic excellence. In the fall of 2017, the University will operate entirely from the Beckley Campus. Academics
WVU Tech consists of two academic colleges: the College of Business, Humanities and Social Sciences and the Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering and Sciences. The University offers more than 30 academic programs, including 9 ABET-accredited engineering programs. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1 and an average class size of 17 students, our classes provide students with personalized attention in a supportive environment. Attending WVU Tech is also a smart educational investment – we’re ranked #1 in the state for student return on investment and we’re rated #7 in the nation in annual ROI for students paying in-state tuition on Payscale’s 2020 College ROI Report. Accreditation
As a division of West Virginia University, WVU Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Several academic programs, including engineering, engineering technology and nursing, hold specialized accreditation. Athletics
The Golden Bears compete in 18 varsity sports. Campus Life
WVU Tech offers a vibrant student life experience more than 40 student organizations, intramural sports, on and off-campus entertainment and access to some of the nation’s best outdoor recreation, WVU Tech students are part of a rich, active college community. A variety of campus services, housing options, dining services and student success programs are available to on-campus and commuter students alike. Governance
WVU Tech is governed by the West Virginia University Board of Governors and the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission.
