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Public 4 Year

West Virginia University at Parkersburg

Parkersburg, West Virginia

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Overview

Enrollment

2,288
West Virginia University at Parkersburg overview
Location Parkersburg, West Virginia
Online wvup.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Small Suburban
West Virginia University at Parkersburg overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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West Virginia University at Parkersburg (WVU Parkersburg) operates as a public community college in Parkersburg, West Virginia, located along the Ohio River in the state's Mid-Ohio Valley region. The institution, established in 1961 as a regional center for WVU, gained independent status in 2008 while maintaining its affiliation with the West Virginia University system. The suburban campus features modern classroom facilities and technical training laboratories that support its focus on career-oriented associate degrees and select bachelor's programs. WVU Parkersburg specializes in business, nursing, education, and industrial technologies, with particular emphasis on programs serving regional workforce needs. As a commuter campus, the college primarily serves students from Wood County and surrounding areas, providing accessible higher education opportunities through open enrollment admissions.

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Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

West Virginia Resident Tuition

$4,032
In State Costs for West Virginia University at Parkersburg
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,500
Other Fees$100
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $7,200
Budget for Other Expenses$2,000
Total One Year Cost$14,832

Out of State Resident Tuition

$9,024
Out of State Costs for West Virginia University at Parkersburg
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,500
Other Fees$100
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $7,200
Budget for Other Expenses$2,000
Total One Year Cost$19,824

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$31,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

31% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by West Virginia University at Parkersburg students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 40%
Business 17%
Health Professions 10%
Science Technologies 7%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024