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West Virginia University

Q: How much does West Virginia University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,648 and out-of-state tuition is $27,360 per year.

Q: What do West Virginia University graduates earn?

The median earnings 5 years after graduation is $45,181 and 10 years after is $55,939.

Q: What percentage of students at West Virginia University take federal loans?

44.1% of students take out federal loans.

Morgantown, West Virginia · Public

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Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,181

Acceptance Rate

86%

Graduation Rate

62%

Annual Tuition

$9,648

At a Glance

Total Students

17,705

Retention Rate

82%

Faculty Ratio

Financial Aid

44%

Median Debt

$22,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

West Virginia University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 86.3%. The university enrolls 17,705 students. The average in-state tuition is $9,648. The university's retention rate is 81.5%, and its graduation rate is 61.7%.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $43,805. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,181, and ten years after, earnings increase to $55,939. The median debt for graduates is $22,500. A total of 44.1% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$56k

10 YEARS

Top 52% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, West Virginia University alumni earn $43,805. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $45,181. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $55,939. The median debt for graduates is $22,500.

West Virginia University has an 86.3% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 61.7%, and the retention rate is 81.5%. The in-state tuition is $9,648. A total of 44.1% of students receive financial aid.