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

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Key West Virginia University at Parkersburg application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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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
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
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.

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
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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