West Virginia University – Parkersburg
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About West Virginia University – Parkersburg
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
West Virginia University – Parkersburg is a small public university located on a rural campus in Parkersburg, West Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,584, and admissions are selective. The university offers 11 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 31%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $5,148, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $9,324.
Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
38%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
92%
Unknown
0%
Black
1%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
58% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
17
Total Online Enrollment
976
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.38% online, 62% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
67% On-campus
33% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates27% online
Associate32% online
Bachelor's45% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,148 | $9,324 |
| Graduate | $undefined | $undefined |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| On-campus room and board | $undefined |
| On-campus other expenses | $undefined |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $7,200 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,500 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,500 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,006 | $10,824 |
| Off-campus without family | $17,348 | $21,524 |
| Off-campus with family | $10,148 | $14,324 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
63%
State Grant Aid
74%
Institution Grant Aid
29%
Pell Grant
58%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$13k
Average student debtafter graduation
$27k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
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Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Education. | |||
| 3 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 6 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. |
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