West Virginia Junior College

Cross Lanes, West Virginia, United States · Est. 1892 · Junior College

Private junior college in West Virginia offering healthcare, technical, and professional career training since 1892.

  • Founded in 1892 in Charleston, West Virginia
  • Private junior college with ~218 undergraduate students
  • Multiple campuses: Morgantown, Bridgeport, Charleston (moved to Cross Lanes in 2020), plus online platform
  • Specializes in nursing, healthcare, allied health, and professional services programs
  • 100% acceptance rate; accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
  • Online education platform launched in 2011; serves West Virginia and neighboring states

Academics

WVJC offers associate degrees and diplomas in healthcare, technical, and professional fields. Programs include Nursing (residential, online, and hybrid formats), Practical Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Medical Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Medical Coding, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration (with accounting and human resources specializations), Cybersecurity, and Information Technology. The college also offers an accelerated RN to BSN program online. Program duration ranges from 6 months (RN to BSN) to 18 months for associate degrees.

Campus & Student Life

WVJC operates residential campuses in Morgantown, Bridgeport, and Charleston (Cross Lanes location as of 2020), with additional program locations in Beckley, Buckhannon, Elkins, Greenbrier, Huntington, Logan, Martinsburg, Parkersburg, Spencer, and Wheeling. The college also maintains a robust online platform (WVJC Online) serving students across West Virginia and neighboring states including Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia, and Kentucky. Students benefit from hands-on training, individualized instruction, and access to career management services including externships, interview preparation, and job placement assistance.

Admissions

WVJC maintains a 100% acceptance rate and welcomes recent high school graduates, working professionals seeking career changes, and adults returning to education. The college supports students balancing school, work, and family through flexible online, hybrid, and residential program formats. Scholarships are available for many programs and vary by location. Admissions and financial aid support is available through multiple contact channels.

Career Outcomes

WVJC emphasizes career readiness through practical training and employer partnerships. The college's Career Management Team provides long-term networking, individual career advising, professional branding, resume and interview preparation, and externship opportunities. Students often secure employment before graduation. The institution maintains close communication with employers to ensure curriculum aligns with current industry needs and staffing requirements.

Founded
1892
Type
Junior College
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
Websitehttp://www.wvjc.edu/
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
15
Avg career outcomes
$27.5K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources