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West Virginia University

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Overview

Founded in 1867, the West Virginia University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Morgantown (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), West Virginia. This institution also has branch campuses in Keyser, Montgomery, Charleston and Martinsburg. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, West Virginia University (WVU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. West Virginia University (WVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 157-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. WVU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

West Virginia University's Control Typepublic

Entity

West Virginia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

West Virginia University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

West Virginia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym WVU
Founded 1867
Motto To faith virtue and to virtue knowledge. (2 Peter 1:5)
Colours Old gold and blue
Mascot The Mountaineer
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University Location

Address 1500 University Avenue
Morgantown
26506-6201 West Virginia
United States
West Virginia University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
West Virginia University Phone Number +1 (304) 293 0111
West Virginia University Fax Number +1 (304) 293 3080
Other locations Keyser, Montgomery, Charleston and Martinsburg

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following West Virginia University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify West Virginia University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This West Virginia University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at West Virginia University.

West Virginia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic West Virginia University's admission information.

West Virginia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


West Virginia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has West Virginia University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

West Virginia University's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is considered but not required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


West Virginia University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

West Virginia University has more than 1200 international students.

West Virginia University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 6009
Morgantown 26506-6009
(304) 293 2121
800 344 9881

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for West Virginia University.

West Virginia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

West Virginia University has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


West Virginia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


West Virginia University's Control Type Control Type

West Virginia University is a public higher education institution.


West Virginia University's Entity Type Entity Type

West Virginia University is a non-profit higher education institution.


West Virginia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


West Virginia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Land Grant Institution Land Grant

This institution is a land-grant university and has a special focus on promoting education and research in agriculture, engineering and other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known to have a high commitment to public service and outreach.


West Virginia University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

West Virginia University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official West Virginia University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, with medical/veterinary school

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of West Virginia University's main facilities:


West Virginia University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit West Virginia University's Library

West Virginia University's library has 4 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,233,721 physical volumes, 258,797 physical media, 216,658 digital/electronic media and 762 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 129 full-time employees, including 38 librarians. West Virginia University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

West Virginia University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the West Virginia University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 6,956 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

West Virginia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of West Virginia University's main services:


West Virginia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

West Virginia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

West Virginia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

West Virginia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

West Virginia University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


West Virginia University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

West Virginia University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important West Virginia University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (WVHEPC)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the West Virginia University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some West Virginia University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

West Virginia University's Facebook page West Virginia University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

West Virginia University's X (formerly Twitter) page West Virginia University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

West Virginia University's YouTube channel West Virginia University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

West Virginia University's Instagram page West Virginia University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

West Virginia University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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