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West Virginia’s college students are graduating in greater numbers, completing financial aid applications at the highest rate since before the pandemic, and increasingly enrolling in high-demand certificate and degree programs…

For many West Virginians, building a better future starts with having access to the right opportunity at the right time — a chance to earn a degree, learn new skills,…

For many West Virginia families, every dollar counts — especially when it comes to college. The cost of textbooks alone can keep students from taking dual enrollment classes or continuing…

Companion BOG program marks 20th anniversary The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (WVHEPC) is marking the 50th anniversary of the statewide Regents Bachelor of Arts (RBA) degree. The RBA…

With artificial intelligence (AI) job openings in the U.S. projected to grow into the hundreds of thousands over the next decade — and industries from healthcare to advanced manufacturing urgently…

As the Class of 2025 prepares for graduation, West Virginia is earning national praise from the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) for its commitment to increasing college access and affordability…

Since its launch in 2021, Open Learning WV has helped West Virginia college students save an estimated $9.6 million on course materials by promoting the adoption of Open Educational Resources…

Philippi high school is one of 26 U.S. schools recognized for outstanding effort in helping students apply for college PHILIPPI, WEST VIRGINIA — ACT’s American College Application Campaign (ACAC) named Philip…

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and Community and Technical College System remind students that the deadlines to apply for the merit-based financial aid program Promise Scholarship and…

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — WVU Parkersburg has announced that the West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education (Council) has approved the development of a two-year Mechanical Engineering Technology program…

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Community and Technical College System (WVCTCS) today announced a 7.8 percent increase in total student enrollment for the 2024 fall semester, marking a significant…

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission recently convened dozens of faculty and other leaders from colleges and universities across the state to chart the course for…

ROANOKE, W.Va. – Principals, counselors, and staff from 40 high schools across West Virginia were recognized on Friday, October 11th, for their efforts to inform students of higher education opportunities…

The West Virginia GEAR UP program, which helps thousands of West Virginia students plan for their futures, hosted its annual Student Leadership Academy at the Clay Center for the Arts…

Gov. Jim Justice announced today that his successful Nursing Workforce Expansion Program, established two years ago to address West Virginia’s nursing shortage, has helped the state’s colleges and universities produce…

The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and Community and Technical College System have awarded First-Generation Student Success Grants to public colleges and universities across the state. These grants, which…

In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission announces the recipients of its 2024-25 Campus Mental Health Grants, which aim to address the mental…

BEAVER, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today announced that New River Community and Technical College is receiving $3.5 million to create three new hospitality-related degree programs including outdoor recreation, culinary arts,…

CHARLESTON, WV — Amid ongoing problems with the U.S. Department of Education’s rollout of a new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for students applying for financial aid for…

Charleston, West Virginia – Dr. Sarah Armstrong Tucker, West Virginia’s Chancellor of Higher Education, has been named State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) Executive Committee Chair. SHEEO, the national association…

In honor of the U.S. Department of Labor’s National Apprenticeship Week, November 13-19, the West Virginia Community and Technical College System is highlighting the success of the Apprenticeships in Motion…

CHARLESTON, WV – More than 400 schools and organizations, from elementary schools to adult learner sites, across West Virginia participated in College Application and Exploration Week (CAEW) from October 30…

Principals and counselors receive ‘Champion of College Access and Success’ Awards CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Principals, counselors, and staff from 45 high schools across West Virginia were recognized for their schools’…

CHARLESTON, WV – Misty Price has been named Vice Chancellor of Finance and Facilities for the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and the Community and Technical College System. Price,…

CHARLESTON, WV – The West Virginia Legislature has adopted and Gov. Jim Justice has signed legislation establishing West Virginia’s first statewide dual enrollment program to allow more students to take…

West Virginia University at Parkersburg students CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Student enrollment in West Virginia’s community and technical colleges and public four-year universities remained mostly steady for the fall 2022 semester…

State’s Community & Technical College System highlights workforce partnerships during National Apprenticeship Week The West Virginia Community & Technical College System (CTCS) is highlighting successful workforce partnerships during National Apprenticeship…

CHARLESTON, WV –  College for West Virginia (CFWV), along with colleges and universities across the state and nation, celebrated first-generation college students, faculty, staff, and alumni in West Virginia. The…

CHARLESTON, WV – Last week, students ranging in age from pre-school to adult learners at more than 400 schools across West Virginia, participated in hands-on college-planning activities during the state’s…

CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice today unveiled new, state-of-the-art mobile ambulance simulators as part of his EMS WV: Answer the Call initiative, which is funding strategies that are bolstering the state’s…

CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today the launch of a new initiative to address the state’s need for additional trained Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals – a challenge that has…

DAVIS, WV – More than 50 student leaders representing colleges and universities across West Virginia recently came together at Canaan Valley Resort and Conference Center for the annual West Virginia…

Gov. Jim Justice today announced a new collaborative initiative between WorkForce West Virginia, the West Virginia Community and Technical College System (WV CTCS) and Chemours; a chemical company with locations…

CHARLESTON, WV – More than 70 high schools across West Virginia will recognize seniors who have committed to continuing their education or training after graduation through “College Decision Day” events,…