West Virginia University At Parkersburg Cost & Financial Aid
Affordability Summary
Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at West Virginia University At Parkersburg
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$1,589
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
West Virginia University At Parkersburg Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$1,807
West Virginia University At Parkersburg Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$723
$30–48k
$50
$48–75k
$1,589
$75–110k
$5,407
$110k+
$7,562
Understanding Your Aid Package
West Virginia University At Parkersburg has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$1,589/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$723/year
Student Debt & Repayment
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$12,570
Range (25th–75th)$3,314 – $13,404
Median Parent PLUS Loans$9,986
Debt Manageability
0.27x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$35,171
Earnings Growth
+13%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$-3,902
41th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$18,143
25th %ile
$55,301
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about West Virginia University At Parkersburg Cost & Financial Aid
West Virginia University At Parkersburg's published tuition is $9,420 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $1,589—a difference of $7,831.
West Virginia University At Parkersburg is nearly free for low-income families. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average of just $723 per year.
West Virginia University At Parkersburg offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for West graduates is $12,570, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $133 over 10 years.
Even families earning over $110,000 pay an average net price of $7,562 at West—still $1,858 less than the sticker price. Most families qualify for some form of aid.
