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West Virginia University (WVU) at Parkersburg, was established in 1961. Originally it was known as Parkersburg Community College. Today it is West Virginia’s fifth largest public college and is also the only college under the West Virginia University system that is maintaining a remedial curriculum. The West Virginia University campus at Parkersburg enrolls more than 3,000 students on an annual basis. Students here are offered various associate degrees, baccalaureate degree and certificate programs in a varied range of subjects.
WVU at Parkersburg offers its students many clubs and organizations including the Student Government Association (SGA) and the Criminal Justice Organization. Students can also participate in the various sports offered by the University.
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Campus Location300 Campus Dr Parkersburg, WV 26101 USA Main Tel: (304) 424-8000 Web Site The campus is in a small city. |
West Virginia University At Parkersburg HighlightsWhere West Virginia University At Parkersburg stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in engineering, production trades, and liberal arts.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of students.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| Associate | 345 | 20 | | Bachelor | 149 | 4 | | 1-2 year certificate | 55 | 7 |
WVU Parkersburg StudentsThe student enrollment at WVU Parkersburg was 3,743 in 2007 (2,834 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,825 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,460 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid: WVU Parkersburg participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 47 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 10 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 29 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (93 awarded) - Business Administration and Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (24 awarded) - Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (48 awarded) - Elementary Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING (16 awarded) - Engineering/Industrial Management
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (15 awarded) - Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (0 awarded) LIBERAL ARTS (203 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (1 awarded) MEDIA (4 awarded) MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (8 awarded) - Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (49 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (25 awarded) - Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
PRODUCTION TRADES (37 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Precision Metal Working
- Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (0 awarded) - Science Technologies/Technicians
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (26 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
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