Apply to New River CTC Now!
New River Community and Technical College is an open-door admissions institution, which means that the College is committed to providing an educational opportunity to all persons regardless of educational background or preparation. The College has established the following guidelines to assist students in complying with established admissions standards of the institution.
Application Checklist
- Apply for financial aid
(FAFSA) online at fafsa.gov. Use school code 039603. [Apply by April 15 to be considered for the WV Higher Education Grant. PLUS, you may also qualify for free tuition via the West Virginia Invests grant. - Complete your Student Orientation
New students are encouraged to attend our hybrid orientation session, held the week before the semester begins. This session offers an opportunity to connect in person or via Zoom, ask questions, and get a deeper understanding of what to expect as a New River CTC student. - Meet Your Student Success Coach
Every degree-seeking student is assigned a dedicated Student Success Coach to help them get started. Your Student Success Coach will assist with registering for your first semester, connecting you to important campus resources, and introducing you to your faculty advisor. - Pay tuition and fees by the last day of registration.Â
- Visit Student Accounts for Business Office contacts, information on paying tuition online and payment options.
Please Note
All requested documents should be mailed directly from the school or agency to the campus Office of Admissions location you will be attending or sent directly to New River CTC from their electronic service. We will not accept an electronic version of a document or a mailed copy sent from a student or parent as official. If a student chooses to pick up an official transcript, it must remain in the school’s sealed envelope to be accepted. Photographs of any document are not accepted. Â
You will be assigned a New River Student Identification number in your admission acceptance letter and email.
Select a Program
Choose an academic program that matches your interests and goals. We offer more than 50 options, from nursing to cosmetology to welding and much more!
Community & Workforce Options
Community Education courses are designed to help you learn a new hobby, pursue a specific interest or simply brush up on some existing skills.
Workforce Education classes and programs are designed to deliver high quality, comprehensive workforce development education and training courses that will ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Student Success Coaches
Student Success Coaches provide support to students as they transition, persist, and succeed throughout their journey. Students are assigned a coach who can provide assistance to students regarding course registration or any academic decisions.
Melissa Lipscomb
304-929-3315
mlipscomb@newriver.edu
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Donna Lewis
304-647-6566
dlewis@newriver.edu
Raylene Green
304-647-6594
rkgreen@newriver.edu
Melissa Lipscomb
304-818-2014
mlipscomb@newriver.edu
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Martha Baisden
304-883-2437
mbaisden@newriver.edu
Annette Barnette
304-883-2465
abarnette@newriver.edu
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Joseph Connard
304-929-5005
jconnard@newriver.edu
Isaiah Belcher
304-929-5016
ibelcher@newriver.edu