by our College Data Analytics TeamIs West Virginia University at Parkersburg worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is ranked #354 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within West Virginia, it ranks #1 of 36 for value.
Among the majors West Virginia University at Parkersburg offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Studies | #2 of 243 |
| Individualized Studies | #2 of 113 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #12 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts | #12 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | #12 of 473 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #20 of 789 |
| Teacher Education | #20 of 789 |
| Elementary Education | #21 of 681 |
| Education | #25 of 960 |
| Registered Nursing | #49 of 966 |
Below is the detailed West Virginia University at Parkersburg value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is ranked #19 out of #36 in West Virginia for quality and #1 out of #36 for West Virginia value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the West Virginia University at Parkersburg financial aid page to be sure.
West Virginia University at Parkersburg is ranked #354 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, West Virginia University at Parkersburg is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at West Virginia University at Parkersburg costs about $3,863. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $15,450 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $9,420 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $1,807 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $3,863 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $15,450 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about West Virginia University at Parkersburg net price and the factors that affect it.
What West Virginia University at Parkersburg costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a West Virginia University at Parkersburg degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $37,680 | — | — |
| All Students | $15,450 | #354 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $7,228 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $37,680 | — | — |
| All Students | $15,450 | #1 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $7,228 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at West Virginia University at Parkersburg shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $1,859 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,225 |
| $48K–$75K | $4,538 |
| $75K–$110K | $7,713 |
| Over $110K | $9,367 |
About 73% of West Virginia University at Parkersburg undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,111 per year. Get more details on the West Virginia University at Parkersburg financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the West Virginia University at Parkersburg net price page for the cost detail.
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