West Virginia University (WVU) Parkersburg is a public institution of higher education, affiliated with West Virginia University, separately accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and operated by the state of West Virginia. WVU Parkersburg is a higher education center offering community college programs and bachelor's degrees. It is a member institution of the Community and Technical College System of West Virginia. WVU Parkersburg is the only public community college in West Virginia accredited to offer baccalaureate degrees. It is the fifth largest institution of higher education in West Virginia. West Virginia University at Parkersburg provides accessible, life-changing educational opportunities in a safe and supportive environment. Opportunities include career pathways from certificate to baccalaureate, global studies, workplace experience, civic engagement, leadership studies.
School Highlights
West Virginia University at Parkersburg serves 2,765 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 25%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,765 students
In-state tuition: $2,928
Out-state tuition: $10,416
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 10%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of West Virginia University at Parkersburg has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The West Virginia University at Parkersburg diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,765 students
433 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
1,084 students
384 students
# Part-Time Students
1,681 students
476 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
276 students
220 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,084 students
384 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,681 students
580 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
2%
4%
% Black
1%
8%
% White
90%
75%
% Hawaiian
n/a
4%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.42
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5357%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3003%
0.3003%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$25,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,928 is less than the state average of $3,640. The in-state tuition has declined by 23% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,416 is more than the state average of $8,321. The out-state tuition has grown by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,928
$3,640
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,416
$8,321
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,995
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,995
$4,580
Acceptance Rate
n/a
97%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
460
ACT Composite
n/a
19
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does West Virginia University at Parkersburg cost?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg's tuition is approximately $2,928 for In-State students and $10,416 for Out-State students.
What is West Virginia University at Parkersburg's ranking?
West Virginia University at Parkersburg ranks among the top 20% of community college in West Virginia for: Largest student body.
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The nearest community college to West Virginia University at Parkersburg is Mountain State College (4.6 miles away)
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,765 students
In-state tuition: $2,928
Out-state tuition: $10,416
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 10%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
