Pierpont Community and Technical CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Trade School in Fairmont, WV. Operating on a semester system.

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Fairmont, WV
2K+ students
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Student guide · Fall 2026 Full Term

The semester, explained for Pierpont Community and Technical College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Full Term
Campus terms
11
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Full Term runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

16 entries
  1. Fall 2026 1st 5-Week Term
  2. Fall 2026 10-Week A Term
  3. Fall 2026 Full TermRelevant now
  4. Fall 2026 2nd 5-Week Term
  5. Fall 2026 10-Week B Term
  6. Fall 2026 3rd 5-Week Term
  7. Winter Intersession 2026-2027
  8. Spring 2027 1st 5-Week Term
  9. Spring 2027 10-Week A Term
  10. Spring 2027 Full Term
  11. Spring 2027 2nd 5-Week Term
  12. Spring 2027 10-Week B Term
  13. Spring 2027 3rd 5-Week Term
  14. Summer 2027 1st Summer Term
  15. Summer 2027 Full Summer Term
  16. Summer 2027 2nd Summer Term

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Campus language

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11 terms

B

Bryant
Bryant Place, a residence hall featuring semi-suite style living.

C

Chilaca
A popular Mexican-style retail dining option located within the Falcon Center.

M

Morrow
Morrow Hall, a traditional-style residence hall on the shared campus.

P

Pierpont
The common shorthand used by students to distinguish themselves from Fairmont State University students on the shared campus.
PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
SVO
Student Veterans Organization, providing support and community for veteran students.

T

The Falcon Center
The primary hub for dining, fitness, and student activities shared by Pierpont and Fairmont State.
The Hill
The main Fairmont campus, so named because of its geographic elevation overlooking the city.
The Marketplace
The main all-you-care-to-eat dining hall located in the Falcon Center.
The Terrace
University Terrace, a suite-style residence hall shared with Fairmont State University.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
ATC
The Advanced Technology Center, a primary facility for technical programs located in Fairmont/Bridgeport.
caf_74
Café '74
Caperton
The Gaston Caperton Center, Pierpont's branch campus location in Clarksburg.
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Falcon Center Dining (Chick-fil-A, Chilaca, etc.)
Hardway
Hardway Hall, an administrative and classroom building on the shared Fairmont campus.
Jaynes
Jaynes Hall, a major academic building used for various Pierpont and Fairmont State courses.
Moodle
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for online course content and assignments.
ROAR
Reach Out And Register, the mandatory orientation and registration program for new students.
The Portal
The Pierpont student web portal used to access grades, financial aid, and registration tools.
U-Card
The official student identification card used for campus access, dining, and library services.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Full Term runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Fairmont for Pierpont Community and Technical College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Fairmont.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$750

Cost of Living Index

88

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

Fairmont-Marion County Transit Authority bus system

Nearest Airports

Morgantown Municipal Airport, North Central West Virginia Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

54°F

Avg Snowfall

38 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Advanced Technology Center Lot

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Permit required 24/7.

Gaston Caperton Center Lot

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Permit required 24/7.

Campus News

Latest updates from Pierpont Community and Technical College

Pierpont Begins Fall 2026 Semester with Focus on Student Persistence, Success and Opportunity

Pierpont welcomed students back for the Fall 2026 semester with a focus on workforce-aligned programs and student support initiatives.

Aug 25, 2026

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Pierpont to Break Ground Sept. 30 on Aviation Maintenance Technology Educational Facility

The college broke ground on a new 65,000-square-foot training center at the West Virginia AeroTech Park to expand its aviation program.

Sep 15, 2026

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Storm-related damage to equipment caused an internet and office phone outage at the RCB National Aerospace Education Center in late 2026.

Storm-related damage to equipment caused an internet and office phone outage at the RCB National Aerospace Education Center in late 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Pierpont Community and Technical College

Bagels and Bites for Success

November 5, 2026

Pierpont Community & Technical College

A special gathering for the First Gen Student Community to celebrate National First-Generation College Celebration Day with complimentary bagels and conversation.

First Fridays Pet Parade

November 6, 2026

Clarksburg, WV

Hosted by the Student Veterinary Technology Association during Clarksburg's First Fridays celebration.

Scholastic Book Fair at Pierpont

November 6, 2026

Advanced Technology Center, 500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont

A reading adventure open to the public featuring bestselling series and new books for kids and families.

Pierpont's Pet Wash Fundraiser

November 7, 2026

Veterinary Technology Facility, Clarksburg

A fundraiser hosted by the Student Veterinary Technology Association to benefit local pets and their owners.

Career Conversations | School of Business, Aviation, and Technology

November 17, 2026

Advanced Technology Center, 500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont

An opportunity for students to connect with professionals and alumni to gain insight into various industries.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Pierpont Community and Technical College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Bryant Place

Room types: single, double

Morrow Hall

Room types: double, double with bathroom, quad with bathroom

Pence Hall

Room types: double, single

Prichard Hall

Room types: double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@pierpont.edu

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