What is the EDGE ?

EDGE stands for Earn a Degree Graduate Early, and is an initiative of West Virginia Tech Prep geared toward helping a greater population of students succeed. The EDGE program affords students the opportunity to take specific high school courses - EDGE courses - from which they can earn both high school and community college credit at no cost to the student or parent!

How can the EDGE help me ?

With the right planning and motivation, a student can save thousands of dollars in college tuition and be on their way to high-skill, high-wage jobs within two years - or less- of graduating high school! The following are just a few examples of great careers that can be a reality in two years - or less- through the West Virginia EDGE program and community and technical colleges.(For data on more great careers in 2 years click here!

		Career	Salary Ranges
		HVAC Engineer	$15,000 - $45,000+
		Computer Network Administrator	$20,000 - $150,000
		Professional Chef	$13,520 - $50,000+

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Source: West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission

How can I take advantage of the great opportunites that the EDGE offers ?

To see how you or your child can take advantage of this excellent opportunity in Morgan, Berkeley and Jefferson County schools click the link for a listing of EDGE courses currently being offered at the respective high schools.For further information about the EDGE program please check out the frequently asked questions link or contact your high school guidance counselor.

Blue Ridge CTC EDGE courses

Click here for a list of EDGE credits accepted by WV community colleges

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