West Virginia University

Discover WVU 

With WVU’s 179 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

Two students named to USA Today All-USA College Academic Team

The announcement brings WVU’s total number of academic team honorees to 11.

Student body president, vice president elected

Jason Parsons, a junior political science major from Seth, will continue serving as Student Government Association president.

School of Dentistry awarded for improving access to dental care in WV

The first-ever Orna Shanley Prize for Enhancing Access to Care was presented to the WVU School of Dentistry.

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