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West Virginia University

West Virginia University is a large, public institution located in Morgantown, wv. Founded in 1867, West Virginia University offers undergraduate degrees in 240 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics N/A
undergraduates 18,370 undergraduates
cost $9,360 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into West Virginia University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 88.4%
SAT score average 1116
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.45
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! West Virginia University is known for one of its top majors: Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Other
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching
Engineering and Technology
Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management

Popular majors

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Journalism
Mechanical Engineering

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,360
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,618
Books & supplies $950
Other expenses $3,000
Cost of attendance* $24,928
Average financial aid package $7,488
Estimated cost $17,440 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $26,568
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,618
Books & supplies $950
Other expenses $3,000
Cost of attendance* $42,136
Average financial aid package $7,488
Estimated cost $34,648 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? West Virginia University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 18,370, with gender binary students split 49% male and 51% female.

Total enrollment

19,059

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
82%
African American %
3%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
6%
Unknown %
3%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At West Virginia University, students love their Residential Hall Association. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map PO Box 6201, Morgantown, WV 26506
phone 304-293-0111
address www.wvu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Residential hall association

Alpha phi omega

Wvu greek system

Mountaineer maniacs

Campus crusade for christ

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about West Virginia University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is West Virginia University?

West Virginia University is located in Morgantown, wv.

What is the acceptance rate at West Virginia University? 

The acceptance rate for West Virginia University is 88%.

What’s the average GPA for West Virginia University?

The average high school GPA for West Virginia University students was 3.45.

How much does it cost for 4 years at West Virginia University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at West Virginia University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $99,712.

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