West Virginia University at Parkersburg
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public college that is both sovereign and separate from WVU. Located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, it was originally established as community college to serve seven counties around the west central region of West Virginia. Today, WVU Parkersburg offers baccalaureate programs in addition to associate programs. With over 4,000 students the school is the largest community college and fifth largest public college in West Virginia.
WVU Parkersburg is the only community college in West Virginia that offers Bachelor’s degrees. Currently, they offer Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration, Applied Science in Business Administration, Applied Technology, Arts (in either Multi-disciplinary Studies or Elementary Education), and the Regents Bachelor of Arts. The last degree enables students to earn college credit for past work and life experiences. Students are also able earn a general college level degree without having to have a specified major.
WVU Parkersburg offers associate’s degrees in multiple academic areas. They also offer associate’s degrees that are not transferable into four-year programs (Associates in Applied Sciences). Therefore, students who want to go on to get a four-year degree should not seek those specific programs.
WVU Parkersburg is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Higher Learning Commission.
General Information
Admission Office
300 Campus Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26104-8647
(304) 424-8220
Fax: (304) 424-8332
info@mail.wvup.edu
Contact: Leslie Sims
Registrar
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Main Address
300 Campus Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26104-8647
(304) 424-8000
www.wvup.edu
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Size
Total undergrads: 3,753
First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 599
Degree-seeking undergrads: 3,174
Setting
Suburban setting
Large town (10,000 - 49,999)
Commuter campus
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Degrees offered:
 Associate
Bachelor's
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Tuition & Fees
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Estimated Expenses for Academic Year |
2008-'09 |
2009-'10 |
2010-'11 |
2011-'12 |
% change 2010-'12 |
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Tuition and fees |
$1,825 |
$1,912 |
$2,076 |
$2,076 |
0.00% |
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Books and Supplies |
$1,000 |
$1,200 |
$1,200 |
$1,200 |
0.00% |
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Total Expenses |
2008-'09 |
2009-'10 |
2010-'11 |
2011-'12 |
% change 2010-'12 |
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In-state Off Campus |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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In-state with Family |
$2,825 |
$3,112 |
$3,276 |
$3,276 |
0.00% |
All Majors and Programs
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Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
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Type of Aid
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Students
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Percent
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Amount
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Average Per Student
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All students financial aid |
389 |
73% |
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Grant or scholarship aid |
389 |
73% |
$1,274,860 |
$3,277 |
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• Federal grants |
265 |
50% |
$951,790 |
$3,592 |
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• Pell grants |
265 |
50% |
$943,615 |
$3,561 |
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• Other federal grants |
17 |
3% |
$8,175 |
$481 |
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State/local government grant or scholarships |
165 |
31% |
$282,248 |
$1,711 |
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Institutional grants or scholarships |
27 |
5% |
$40,822 |
$1,512 |
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Student loan aid |
192 |
36% |
$936,907 |
$4,880 |
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• Federal student loans |
192 |
36% |
$936,907 |
$4,880 |
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• Other student loans |
0 |
0% |
$0 |
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Admissions Information
Application Fee
College has an application fee: No
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Enrollment Rates
Percent applicants admitted: 100%
Open admission, but with selective admission to some programs
Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 57%
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Undergraduate Majors
Business, Management, & Marketing
 Business Administration/Management B
Executive Assistant A,C
Management Information Systems A
Communications & Journalism
Journalism A
Computer & Information Sciences
Information Sciences/Systems A,C
Education
Elementary Education A,B
Teacher Assistance A,C
Engineering Technologies
Engineering Technology - General A,C
Engineering/Industrial Management A,B
Health Professions & Clinical Sciences
Nursing (RN) A
Surgical Technology C
Liberal Arts & Sciences
General Studies A,B
Liberal Arts & Sciences A
Mechanic & Repair Technologies
Automotive Technology A
Mechanics & Repair - General A
Precision Production Trades
Machine Shop Technology A,C
Welding Technology A,C
Welding management technology A
Science Technologies
Technical studies A,C
Security & Protective Services
Criminal Justice Studies A,C
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Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
A = Associate degree
B = Bachelor's degree
C = Certificate or diploma
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*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
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