West Virginia University

PO Box 6201, Morgantown, WV
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Questions and Answers about West Virginia University

Ali S.
1 year ago
What is the difference between all of the forensic science majors?
West Virginia University
Hi Ali, You may see the difference in majors at the link here: https://forensics.wvu.edu/students/undergraduate-students/bachelor-of-science-degree-programs To be added to our email/mail list, please complete the form here: https://admissions.wvu.edu/request-information Thank you!
Emma P.
1 year ago
Are there any reduced tuition opportunities for students from neighboring states?
West Virginia University
Hi Emma, You may review all of our tuition agreements here: https://provost.wvu.edu/academic-programs-and-policies/tuition-agreements To be added to our email/mail list, please complete the form here: https://admissions.wvu.edu/request-information Thank you!
Jasmine V.
1 year ago
Does WVU offer transient courses?
West Virginia University
Hi Jasmine, We offer undergraduate and graduate transient courses. More information can be found here: Undergraduate:https://online.wvu.edu/admissions/visiting-students Graduate:https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/how-to-apply To be added to our email/mail list, please complete the form here: https://admissions.wvu.edu/request-information Thank you!
Daymon F.
1 year ago
What is the average cost of room and board?
West Virginia University
Hi Daymon, You may see our cost estimates here: https://tuition.wvu.edu/ To be added to our email/mail list, please complete the form here: https://admissions.wvu.edu/request-information Thank you!
Hanna P.
1 year ago
Do freshman have to live on campus, or can they live off campus?
West Virginia University
Hi Hanna, It will depend on where the student lives if they need to live on campus their first year or if they can commute: https://housing.wvu.edu/policies/residence-halls/on-campus-requirement To be added to our email/mail list, please complete the form here: https://admissions.wvu.edu/request-information Thank you!
Breanna M.
1 year ago
Will WVU apply dual-enrollment credits as college credits?
West Virginia University
Hi Breanna, Yes! The courses must be from an accredited institution and we must receive an official transcript to transfer the credits. To be added to our email/mail list, please complete the form here: https://admissions.wvu.edu/request-information Thank you!
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Majors offered at West Virginia University

Biggest majors
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Academics at West Virginia University

1050-1240
SAT Score Range
400
1600
Required with application
21-27
ACT Score Range
1
36
Required with application
Student Faculty Ratio
18 to 1
Selectivity
Least Selective (82% Acceptance Rate)
School type
Public 4-year institution
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Common careers for West Virginia University students

Common Careers and Their Average Annual Salary

Senior Software Engineer118k
Software Engineer81k
Project Manager, (Unspecified Type / General)76k
Electrical Engineer74k
Mechanical Engineer71k
Marketing Manager70k
Project Engineer63k
Based on 17,668 student responses
54.9kAvg. Early Career Pay
100.7kAvg. Mid-Career Pay
54%in High-Meaning careers
22%in STEM careers

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Student reviews of West Virginia University

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90% of students

Known for

Lots of interesting clubs and activities
LGBTQ+ friendly
Diverse and Inclusive
Beautiful campus
Comfortable dorms
Sarah Eckles
Singing
Advocacy And Activism
Animals

5.0

WHAT I LIKED

I enjoy how large the campus is yet how much of a community Morgantown feels like.

WHAT I didn’t LIKE

The dining halls are poor in condition and are constantly being inspected by health inspectors. I also think that while it isn't crazy expensive, the lack of scholarships for non-honors students make it cost significantly more.

Tanner Rogers
Foreign Languages
Shooting
Gaming
Chess + 6 others

5.0

WHAT I LIKED

WVU is an amazing university, but of course, it isn't perfect (nothing in life is). The professors are amazing, but some give you more welcoming vibes than others (not to say they don't like their students, but some teachers are just very schedule-oriented, but most will make time to talk to you after class).

WHAT I didn’t LIKE

There isn't much I don't like at WVU, but the dining halls could be a bit better.

Sophie Crowder
Horticulture
Crocheting
Sports

4.0

WHAT I LIKED

WVU offers a lot of opportunities to students from all different backgrounds. There are a lot of ways to get involved on campus. The research here is amazing, and if you want to pursue research of any kind definitely look into some of the programs here to find what is right for you.

WHAT I didn’t LIKE

The dining halls have been under a lot of fire for health code violations. I did not really enjoy the dining hall at all when I had a meal plan. The food that tasted good was often bad for you and all the healthy options tasted like cardboard. The campus is also a little tough to walk because of all the hills. I also wish that there was just one campus instead of three separate ones

Danielle Smith
Photography and Photo Editing
Animals
Hiking And Backpacking

1.0

WHAT I LIKED

Met a few really good people. Had a handful of amazing professors. The scenery was always gorgeous. Beyond that, not a whole bunch.

WHAT I didn’t LIKE

Administration. Office of Academic Affairs. The number of miscommunications and mistakes made by the University left me devastated mentally and emotionally.

Brandon Keesecker
Hiking And Backpacking

5.0

WHAT I LIKED

Amazing experience!!

WHAT I didn’t LIKE

The food is the only bad thing.

Chase Mikles
Movies And Film
Streaming
Reading
Band + 1 other

2.0

WHAT I LIKED

I came in during a turbulent covid year, so I had to expect some compromises. But the cooperate greed and sheer focus on money have led my college experience to be less than ideal.

WHAT I didn’t LIKE

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