There are 37 accredited colleges and universities in West Virginia. They admit an average of 83% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $11,497 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in West Virginia. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in West Virginia with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University at Parkersburg | Parkersburg, WV | $1,807 |
| New River Community and Technical College | Beaver, WV | $3,599 |
| BridgeValley Community & Technical College | South Charleston, WV | $4,565 |
| Blue Ridge Community and Technical College | Martinsburg, WV | $4,641 |
| West Virginia Northern Community College | Wheeling, WV | $5,329 |
| Marshall University | Huntington, WV | $7,502 |
| Mountwest Community and Technical College | Huntington, WV | $8,083 |
| Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College | Moorefield, WV | $8,095 |
| Pierpont Community and Technical College | Fairmont, WV | $8,325 |
| Fairmont State University | Fairmont, WV | $9,032 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University | Keyser, WV | $9,197 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology | Beckley, WV | $9,337 |
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There are 37 accredited colleges and universities in West Virginia in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 83% of applicants and cost about $11,497 per year after aid.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology is the highest nationally ranked university in West Virginia. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 37 West Virginia colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in West Virginia is about $11,497 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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