West Virginia University

Discover WVU 

With WVU’s 185 degree programs and hundreds of student organizations, you can customize your college experience to suit your goals. Watch our student video diaries to see how some of our students are making the most of WVU's unique learning environment.

Here are just a few of the things that set WVU apart from other schools:

• WVU’s Research University (High Research Activity) classification means that even as undergraduates, students find opportunities to do research with faculty experts.
• Innovative majors—such as forensic and investigative science and biometric systems—prepare students for in-demand jobs.
• Initiatives like the Resident Faculty Leader program and Adventure WV outdoor orientation program help our students succeed in their first year of college.
• WVU’s safe, attractive campus is surrounded by the natural beauty of West Virginia. Our region is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.

Top Ten Reasons to Attend WVU

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STEPS medical simulation center opens

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