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86%
Open Admissions
62%
Graduation
About West Virginia University
West Virginia University is a public four-year institution located in Morgantown, West Virginia. With an enrollment of approximately 17,705 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 86%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 62%. Graduates earn a median salary of $55,939 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $12,997 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
86%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
62%
Enrollment
17,705
Total students
Median Earnings
$55,939
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$9,648
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,360
Per year
Average Net Price
$12,997
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
20 – 26
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
490
Median
560
75th
610
200800
ACT Composite
25th
20
Median
24
75th
26
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$27,360/yr
In-State Tuition$9,648/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$12,997/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$51,988
10-Year Earnings
$559,390
ROI Multiple
10.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at West Virginia University
Student Outcomes
62%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$56k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
17,705
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
