Campus Identity
Mercer County Technical Education Center is a public college in Princeton, WV. Claytor Lake is about 30 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Mercer County Technical Education Center is a public college in Princeton, WV. Claytor Lake is about 30 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Mercer County Technical Education Center is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 16 miles from Winterplace Ski Resort.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
46°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Mercer County Technical Education Center students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Winterplace Ski Resort, 16 miles away with 12 lifts and 90 skiable acres. All are within 88 miles of campus.
West Virginia
Virginia
North Carolina
Nearby Lake
Claytor Lake is 30 miles from campus, giving Mercer County Technical Education Center students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Claytor Lake
Lake access within 29.7 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Princeton, WV
Princeton has a cool climate, with winters averaging 33°F in Jan and summers peaking around 71°F in Jul.
Station: ATHENS · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Mercer County Technical Education Center in WV earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
7 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mercer County Technical Education Center located?
Mercer County Technical Education Center is located in Princeton, WV. The main campus address is 1397 Stafford Dr, Princeton, WV. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
Is Mercer County Technical Education Center the right fit for me?
Whether Mercer County Technical Education Center is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($2,225/year after aid), campus culture in Princeton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Mercer County Technical Education Center against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Mercer County Technical Education Center directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Princeton, WV
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 46°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Bluefield, WV (BLF) · 7 mialso BKW (30 mi), LWB (52 mi)
Location
Princeton, WV