West Virginia University at Parkersburg
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.
About This School
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public institution located in Parkersburg, West Virginia with approximately 1,868 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $1,807 per year. The graduation rate is 9%, and the typical graduate earns $33,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is a public community college in Parkersburg, West Virginia, United States. Although it was originally part of West Virginia University, it is now an independent public institution with its own board of governors and degree-granting authority. Conceived as a community college to serve seven counties in west central West Virginia, it now offers baccalaureate programs. It is one of the largest community colleges in West Virginia with over 2,500 students.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $3,613/year net cost and only $8,250 in median debt, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find anywhere, making it a reasonable starting point for students who want to minimize financial risk. However, the 31% graduation rate is a serious concern — most students who enroll don't finish — and median earnings of $33,200 a decade out suggest limited return on investment even for completers. Worth considering if you need a low-cost path to an associate degree or a local stepping stone, but go in with a clear plan and an honest look at why so many students leave before finishing.
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Notable Alumni
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 26% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,868 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
West Virginia University at Parkersburg
300 Campus Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26104
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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