Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 39.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,132
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,110
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 28.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $128/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $86,867 | |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $57,318 | |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate | $41,565 | $10,266 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $40,365 | $13,271 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $39,369 | $12,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $32,029 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $29,141 | $16,101 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $25,967 | $14,920 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $22,809 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $22,192 | $10,340 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $21,052 | |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $19,358 |
Outcomes Overview
Pierpont graduates carry a median debt of $12,110, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.34 when compared to their $35,132 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $128 represent only 4.3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's 97.3% employment rate reflects strong demand for technical workers in West Virginia's energy, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. Most graduates enter fields like nursing, automotive technology, and computer information systems where associate degrees provide direct pathways to middle-class careers. With relatively low debt and solid earning potential in a low-cost region, Pierpont delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical workforce training.