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West Virginia University at Parkersburg SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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ACT RangeN/A
Average GPAN/A
Acceptance Rate50%

With a 50% acceptance rate, WVU Parkersburg is selective enough that test-optional should be a choice, not a default. If your SAT or ACT score is a clear strength compared with the admitted-student profile, submitting it can give admissions another reason to say yes while keeping an affordable public option in reach.

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West Virginia University at Parkersburg facts and stats

Quick Facts

West Virginia University at Parkersburg enrolls 2,728 undergraduate students. WVU Parkersburg is located in a rural campus setting. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Location

Parkersburg, WV

Undergrad Enrollment2,728
Freshman RetentionN/A
SettingRural
Student to Faculty Ratio17:1
Graduation RateN/A
Test PolicyTest-optional
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Key West Virginia University at Parkersburg application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

August 1

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Coming soon

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to test-optional WVU Parkersburg, plan to take your first test by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes, with the December test typically the last fall option that should arrive before the August 1 Regular Decision deadline.

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What you'll actually pay

At WVU Parkersburg, in-state tuition is $6,240, while out-of-state tuition is $9,624. Use these figures as a starting point, then review grants, scholarships, and other aid options that may lower your net cost.

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In-State Tuition$6,240
Out-of-State Tuition$9,624
Room and Board$7,200
Average Merit AwardN/A
Application FeeN/A
Students on AidN/A
Average Aid PackageN/A
Average Debt at GradN/A

At WVU Parkersburg, out-of-state tuition is $9,624, while in-state tuition is $6,240. Room and board adds about $7,200 for students who need housing. Actual costs can vary based on course load, fees, living arrangements, and financial need.

Student life at West Virginia University at Parkersburg

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Drama and theater
Choral groups
Housing

Campus housing details coming soon.

Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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