Academy of Careers and Technology Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Academy of Careers and Technology is a public certificate and vocational school in Beckley, West Virginia, enrolling about 168 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 81.48% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $32,756 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,988 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 168 61.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 81.48%
- First-Generation Students: 55.2%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 365.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 210
Academy of Careers and Technology: what the data shows
Common questions about Academy of Careers and Technology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Academy of Careers and Technology?
Academy of Careers and Technology is located in Beckley, WV (ZIP 25801).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Academy of Careers and Technology public or private?
Academy of Careers and Technology is a Public institution.
How much does Academy of Careers and Technology cost?
Average net price after aid: $9,988.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,696 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,453 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,421 |
| $110,001+ | $9,558 |
How big is Academy of Careers and Technology?
Total enrollment: 168 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 210 students.
About 62% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Academy of Careers and Technology?
150%-time completion rate: 81.48%.
First-year retention: 84.6%.
What do graduates of Academy of Careers and Technology earn?
Median earnings: $33,106 six years after entry; $32,756 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
38.43% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Academy of Careers and Technology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (30 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (24 completions)
- Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist (21 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (17 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (6 completions)
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber (4 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Academy of Careers and Technology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 81.48%; median earnings $32,756 at 10 years; net price $9,988. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Academy of Careers and Technology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,988
2024 Value
In 2024 Academy of Careers and Technology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,988.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,952 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,988 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for Academy of Careers and Technology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.43% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Academy of Careers and Technology was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Academy of Careers and Technology in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $6,124 |
| 2014 | — | — | $7,089 |
| 2015 | — | — | $6,433 |
| 2016 | — | — | $6,609 |
| 2017 | — | — | $4,118 |
| 2018 | — | — | $7,771 |
| 2019 | — | — | $3,623 |
| 2020 | — | — | $4,231 |
| 2021 | — | — | $5,918 |
| 2022 | — | — | $719 |
| 2023 | — | — | $3,350 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Academy of Careers and Technology reported total enrollment of about 168 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (86.3%), Black or African American (13.1%), and Two or More Races (0.6%). About 38.43% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 55.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
61.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Academy of Careers and Technology in 2024 is 168 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 210 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 86.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
81.48% 100% Completion Time
81.48% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 81.48% of students graduating from Academy of Careers and Technology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 90% male / 10% female
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 0% male / 100% female
- Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist: 5% male / 95% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Academy of Careers and Technology.
Return on Investment
$32,756 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
719.88% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Academy of Careers and Technology.
Top Programs by Completions
6 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 7 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 30 completions
2. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 24 completions
3. Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist: 21 completions
4. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 17 completions
5. Welding Technology/Welder: 6 completions
6. Plumbing Technology/Plumber: 4 completions
Most popular programs at Academy of Careers and Technology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Academy of Careers and Technology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Academy of Careers and Technology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,327
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Academy of Careers and Technology is a public institution located in Beckley, WV. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist. Enrollment is approximately 168 students. Student body composition includes White (86.3%), Black or African American (13.1%), Two or More Races (0.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 81.48%. Approximately 38.43% of students receive Pell Grants. About 55.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Beckley, WV 25801
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 81.48% graduation rate, Academy of Careers and Technology demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Academy of Careers and Technology located?
Academy of Careers and Technology is located in Beckley, WV.
How much does Academy of Careers and Technology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $9,988 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Academy of Careers and Technology?
Academy of Careers and Technology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 210 students, White (86.3%), Black or African American (13.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Academy of Careers and Technology?
About 55.2% of students at Academy of Careers and Technology are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Academy of Careers and Technology earn?
Median earnings are $33,106 six years after entry and $32,756 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Academy of Careers and Technology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 81.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Academy of Careers and Technology public or private?
Academy of Careers and Technology is a public institution located in Beckley, WV.
Is Academy of Careers and Technology an HBCU?
No. Academy of Careers and Technology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Academy of Careers and Technology a tribal college?
No. Academy of Careers and Technology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Academy of Careers and Technology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Academy of Careers and Technology does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.0%).
Is Academy of Careers and Technology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Academy of Careers and Technology in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Beckley, West Virginia city profile
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.