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About West Virginia University

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West Virginia University is a public research university in Morgantown, WV, known for its public research university, high acceptance rate, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 88%, WVU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,571 students each year. WVU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1010–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. WVU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,463 per year; the sticker price of $40,972 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

West Virginia University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

88%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1110
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1010 – 1210 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 20 – 26

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to West Virginia University

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Application Strategy
WVU has an 88% acceptance rate, so focus your energy on submitting a complete, error-free application early in the fall rather than agonizing over every detail. Getting in is very likely if your grades meet their minimums, so move WVU toward the top of your list early and free up time for more selective schools.
Financial Aid — High Impact
WVU ties its merit scholarships directly to your application date and GPA, so apply before November 1 to be considered for the highest award tiers like the Academic Excellence Scholarship. Missing that window can cost you thousands of dollars per year even if you are admitted later.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What West Virginia University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$41k/yr$9.4k
30k-48k~$41k/yr$12.5k
48k-75k~$41k/yr$14.2k
75k-110k~$41k/yr$18.7k
110k+~$41k/yr$20.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
21,538
Undergrad Enrollment
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