West Virginia University--Parkersburg 300 Campus Drive Parkersburg, WV 26101-9577 (304) 424-8220

University Control:	Public
Founded In:	1961
Average Costs:	2007-2008 In-state: $1,824; Out-of-state: $6,460

West Virginia University at Parkersburg provides community-focused, accessible education dedicated to academic excellence and designed to prepare students to achieve their potential. A regional campus of West Virginia University, WVU at Parkersburg is an open admission institution that delivers academic and career programs ranging from certificates to select baccalaureate degrees. The institution also serves as a host site for graduate education. WVU at Parkersburg with its Jackson County Center offers educational, social and cultural opportunities; encourages life-long learning; supports economic and workforce development; promotes progressive partnerships, and advances regionally and globally responsive education in a student-centered learning environment.