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How to Get Into West Virginia University

Morgantown, WV · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

West Virginia University Admissions Statistics

89%
Acceptance Rate
520-620
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
490-600
SAT Math (mid 50%)
20-26
ACT (mid 50%)
17,385
Undergrads
65%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into West Virginia University

The bar here is clear

West Virginia University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1010-1220 combined SAT or 20-26 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where West Virginia University fits.

West Virginia University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $65
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

West Virginia University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $26,415
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $10,104 / $28,608
Room & board (on campus) $14,582
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $15,634

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $9,450
$30-48k $12,501
$48-75k $14,179
$75-110k $18,710
$110k+ $20,273
22%
Students receiving Pell Grants
45%
Students taking federal loans
83%
Freshman retention rate
19:1
Student-faculty ratio

These are averages, not your number. Get your family's actual price in about 10 minutes:

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