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Valley College-Martinsburg

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62%
Graduation Rate
$24,900
Earnings (10yr)
$25,751
Net Price
765
Enrollment
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About Valley College-Martinsburg

Valley College-Martinsburg is profiled below with full outcomes data from federal sources.

Interpretation generated from this school's federal outcomes, research, and mobility data.

Institutional Profile

Institution Type
Private for-profit College
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate College
Enrollment
765
Setting
Suburban
Primary Strengths
Health Professions, Computer Science & IT, Business & Marketing

Why students choose Valley College-Martinsburg

Close mentorship
A small, undergraduate-focused community
Strength in Health Professions
Its most-awarded field of study

CollegeRanker Report Card

Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.

D+
Top 73% overall
F
Earnings
$24,900 median
F
Value
1.0× net price
D
Affordability
$25,751/yr net
C+
Graduation
62% graduate
B-
Diversity
0.65 index

Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.

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Overview

Valley College-Martinsburg serves about 765 students and is a good fit for those pursuing practical degrees in Health Professions, Computer Science & IT, or Business & Marketing. With a graduation rate of 62%, it’s clear that students here appreciate a focused approach to their education, where the curriculum is designed to prepare them for immediate entry into the workforce.

Looking at life after graduation, students can expect to earn around $24,900 within ten years of completing their studies. For many, this can represent a solid return on investment, especially considering that 75% of the student body receives Pell Grants. While specific mobility rates aren’t available, the financial support and the programs offered suggest that graduates have opportunities to build a more stable economic future.

In terms of financial commitments, the average net price after aid sits at $25,751, with a median debt of $9,500. This moderate debt load is manageable for many students, especially those who thrive in a hands-on learning environment and are motivated by practical outcomes. Valley College-Martinsburg attracts individuals ready to engage directly with their chosen fields and make a meaningful impact in their careers.

1

Can I Get In?

How selective Valley College-Martinsburg is — and how your numbers stack up.

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3.0
Test Score
1050
21

Academics & Admissions

Is It Hard to Get Into Valley College-Martinsburg? Acceptance Rate & Requirements

Based in Martinsburg, West Virginia, Valley College-Martinsburg enrolls students across a range of programs. The school reports a graduation rate of roughly 62%.

Retention Rate 50%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,113
Student–Faculty Ratio 24:1
Diversity Index 0.65
First-Gen Students 63%
2

Can I Afford It?

What you'll actually pay after grants and aid — not the sticker price.

Cost & Financial Aid

How Much Does It Cost to Attend Valley College-Martinsburg? Tuition, Net Price & Aid

After financial aid, the average net price at Valley College-Martinsburg — the real out-of-pocket cost once federal grants and scholarships are applied — is about $25,751. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $25,497 after need-based grants. Graduates leave with a median federal student-loan debt of about $9,500.

$25,751
Avg Net Price
$9,500
Median Debt
75%
Pell Grant Rate
82%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$25,497
Family Income $0–$30K
$26,541
Family Income $30K–$48K
$27,669
Family Income $48K–$75K
3

What Happens After?

Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.

Graduate Outcomes

Is Valley College-Martinsburg Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI

Ten years out, alumni of Valley College-Martinsburg report median earnings of $24,900; prospective students should weigh that figure against the program's cost when calculating return on investment.

$25,548
6 Years After Entry
$32,000
8 Years
$24,900
10 Years
0.38x
Debt-to-Earnings
26%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$25,548 6yr $32,000 8yr $24,900 10yr

How Valley Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation62%Earnings 10yr$25KNet Price$26KRetention50%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate75%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$25K$0-30K$27K$30-48K$28K$48-75K

College ROI Calculator

Is Valley College-Martinsburg Worth It?

A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.

Yes — for most students, Valley College-Martinsburg delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $25,751/year ($103,004 total). Graduates earn $24,900 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $485,605 in total earnings — a net gain of $382,601 (4.7× your investment). The median debt is $9,500, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. With a 62% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.

$103,004
Total Cost (4yr)
$485,605
Projected 20yr Earnings
$382,601
Net Return
4.7×
ROI Multiple
$25,751
Cost Per Year
$9,500
Median Debt
Less than 1 yr
Debt Payback
62%
Graduation Rate
4

Does It Change Lives?

Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?

Top Programs

The fields Valley College-Martinsburg awards the most degrees in, by share of completions. Each links to its degree guide — with salary, growth, and the schools with the strongest outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Hard to Get Into Valley College-Martinsburg? Acceptance Rate & Requirements +

Based in Martinsburg, West Virginia, Valley College-Martinsburg enrolls students across a range of programs. The school reports a graduation rate of roughly 62%.

How Much Does It Cost to Attend Valley College-Martinsburg? Tuition, Net Price & Aid +

After financial aid, the average net price at Valley College-Martinsburg — the real out-of-pocket cost once federal grants and scholarships are applied — is about $25,751. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $25,497 after need-based grants. Graduates leave with a median federal student-loan debt of about $9,500.

Is Valley College-Martinsburg Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI +

Ten years out, alumni of Valley College-Martinsburg report median earnings of $24,900; prospective students should weigh that figure against the program's cost when calculating return on investment.

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