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What are your chances at West Virginia University?

Morgantown, WV · Public · 17,385 students

89%admitted
89% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 89 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1010–1220
400
1600

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What West Virginia University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$15,634
per year, after grants · sticker $26,415
Median earnings
$55,939
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
64.7%
finish within six years
Median debt
$22,500
at graduation · about $239/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$9,450
$30,000 – $48,000$12,501
$48,000 – $75,000$14,179
$75,000 – $110,000$18,710
Over $110,000$20,273

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, West Virginia University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at West Virginia University

West Virginia University accepts about 89% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1010 and 1220 on the SAT, or 20–26 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.