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West Virginia University at Parkersburg

Parkersburg, WV·Public·www.wvup.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public university in Parkersburg, WV. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public university in Parkersburg, WV. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,740
In-State Tuition
+$100 fees
$8,092
Out-of-State Tuition
+$500 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Ski Access

76 miles

Oglebay Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

48°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Oglebay Resort

West Virginia

76 mi away
Snowshoe

West Virginia

98 mi away
257 skiable acres12 lifts
112 mi away
95 skiable acres4 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Parkersburg, WV

32°Jan35°Feb43°Mar55°Apr64°May72°Jun76°Jul75°Aug69°Sep56°Oct45°Nov37°Dec

Station: PARKERSBURG · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

96/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10087100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
87/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,740$8,092
Fees
$100$500
Total
$3,840$8,592
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

56 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's
125 grads/yr$43,935
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
76 grads/yr$36,446
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
60 grads/yr$74,794
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
48 grads/yr$47,073
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
27 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's25 grads$77,910
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's60 grads$74,794
Precision Metal Working
Certificate10 grads$50,838
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
Certificate9 grads$50,474
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's48 grads$47,073
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's8 grads$45,951
Business/Commerce, General
Certificate13 grads$44,675
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's125 grads$43,935
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's13 grads$41,227
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's21 grads$39,681

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is West Virginia University at Parkersburg located?

West Virginia University at Parkersburg is located in Parkersburg, WV. The main campus address is 300 Campus Drive, Parkersburg, WV. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend West Virginia University at Parkersburg?

For the 2023–24 academic year, West Virginia University at Parkersburg charges $3,740/year for in-state students and $8,092/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,592/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use West Virginia University at Parkersburg's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg the right fit for me?

Whether West Virginia University at Parkersburg is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,092/year out-of-state), campus culture in Parkersburg, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh West Virginia University at Parkersburg against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with West Virginia University at Parkersburg directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Parkersburg, WV
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 48°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
96/100
Nearest Airport
Parkersburg (Williamstown), WV (PKB) · 10 mialso ZZV (54 mi), CRW (59 mi)

Location

Parkersburg, WV

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.