West Virginia University at Parkersburg Tuition &
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public community college in Parkersburg, West Virginia, enrolling about 1,868 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $1,807 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,612. Student demographics in federal data include White (92.9%) and Two or More Races (2.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,612
- 2024 Average Net Price: $1,807 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,868 65.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 9.09%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
- First-Generation Students: 44.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 7.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 30.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 32.3%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,306
- Room & Board: $14,544 annual estimate
West Virginia University at Parkersburg: what the data shows
Common questions about West Virginia University at Parkersburg, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is West Virginia University at Parkersburg?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is located in Parkersburg, WV (ZIP 26104).
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg public or private?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a Public institution.
How much does West Virginia University at Parkersburg cost?
Published tuition: $4,612 in-state, $9,124 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $1,807.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $723 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $50 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $1,589 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $5,407 |
| $110,001+ | $7,562 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $18,448.
How big is West Virginia University at Parkersburg?
Total enrollment: 1,868 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,306 students.
About 65% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at West Virginia University at Parkersburg?
150%-time completion rate: 9.09%.
What do graduates of West Virginia University at Parkersburg earn?
Median earnings: $31,076 six years after entry; $35,171 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,570.
32.78% of students receive Pell grants.
What is West Virginia University at Parkersburg known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (119 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (94 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (93 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (81 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (53 completions)
- Child Development (52 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (22 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (20 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (19 completions)
- Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 9.09%; median earnings $35,171 at 10 years; net price $1,807. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,612
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at West Virginia University at Parkersburg was $4,612.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$1,807
2024 Value
In 2024 West Virginia University at Parkersburg had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $1,807.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$7,228 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$1,807 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$18,448 4-Year In-State Tuition
$36,496 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,544 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,656 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$82,624 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for West Virginia University at Parkersburg.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
18.07% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at West Virginia University at Parkersburg was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for West Virginia University at Parkersburg in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,712 | $9,648 | $7,323 |
| 2014 | $2,928 | $10,416 | $8,029 |
| 2015 | $3,216 | $11,559 | $8,015 |
| 2016 | $3,384 | $7,920 | $8,440 |
| 2017 | $3,552 | $7,920 | $7,247 |
| 2018 | $3,722 | $8,234 | $7,349 |
| 2019 | $3,890 | $8,642 | $6,342 |
| 2020 | $3,890 | $8,642 | $8,999 |
| 2021 | $3,890 | $8,642 | $5,297 |
| 2022 | $4,132 | $9,124 | $5,176 |
| 2023 | $4,420 | $9,124 | $3,613 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
West Virginia University at Parkersburg reported total enrollment of about 1,868 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (92.9%), Two or More Races (2.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.9%). About 32.78% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 44.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
65.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at West Virginia University at Parkersburg in 2024 is 1,868 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,306 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 92.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
9.09% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from West Virginia University at Parkersburg completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 28% male / 72% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 28% male / 72% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 25% male / 75% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for West Virginia University at Parkersburg.
Return on Investment
$12,570 Median Student Debt
$35,171 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.74% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
4765.94% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for West Virginia University at Parkersburg.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 30 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 119 completions
2. Business/Commerce, General: 94 completions
3. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 93 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 81 completions
5. Elementary Education and Teaching: 53 completions
6. Child Development: 52 completions
7. Business Administration and Management, General: 22 completions
8. Welding Technology/Welder: 20 completions
9. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 19 completions
Most popular programs at West Virginia University at Parkersburg.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for West Virginia University at Parkersburg graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for West Virginia University at Parkersburg from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 32.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,342
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,481
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public institution located in Parkersburg, WV, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Business/Commerce, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other. Enrollment is approximately 1,868 students. Student body composition includes White (92.9%), Two or More Races (2.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 9.09%. Approximately 32.78% of students receive Pell Grants. About 44.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
Location
Parkersburg, WV 26104
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 9.09% graduation rate at West Virginia University at Parkersburg falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Virginia University at Parkersburg located?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is located in Parkersburg, WV.
How much does West Virginia University at Parkersburg cost?
Reported tuition is $4,612 and average net price is $1,807 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,544 annually.
What is the student body demographics at West Virginia University at Parkersburg?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,306 students, White (92.9%), Two or More Races (2.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend West Virginia University at Parkersburg?
About 44.9% of students at West Virginia University at Parkersburg are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of West Virginia University at Parkersburg earn?
Median earnings are $31,076 six years after entry and $35,171 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at West Virginia University at Parkersburg?
The 150%-time completion rate is 9.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do West Virginia University at Parkersburg students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,570.
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg public or private?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public institution located in Parkersburg, WV.
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg an HBCU?
No. West Virginia University at Parkersburg is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg a tribal college?
No. West Virginia University at Parkersburg is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, West Virginia University at Parkersburg does not meet that proxy (reported share 1.9%).
Is West Virginia University at Parkersburg religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for West Virginia University at Parkersburg in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.