Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003829
- Phone: (304) 424-8000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,673Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Potomac State College of West Virginia University
300 Campus Drive, Parkersburg, WV
A full junior college, Potomac State College of West Virginia University in Keyser, West Virginia is a two-year affiliate of West Virginia University (WVU). The college is unique in that it is the state’s only residential junior college. The school is located in Keyser, which is just 100 miles away from Morgantown, or West Virginia University’s main campus. The school, which offers associate’s degrees, acts as an entry college for students wanting to finish their education at a four-year school or at WVU.
Established in 1901, the college participates in athletics, with its teams referred to as the Catamounts. The school is a part of the Western Pennsylvania Collegiate Conference and regularly competes against other community and junior college teams.
The school confers one and two year certificates and two and four-year degrees in some of the following subjects:
- Forestry
- Civil engineering
- Secretarial science
- Animal sciences
- Civil engineering
- Criminal justice
- Liberal arts and sciences
- Mechanical engineering
- Physical education
- Pre-occupational therapy
- Pre-nursing
- Elementary education
- Pre-pharmacy
- Registered nursing
- Secondary education
- Science technologies
WVU provides students with specialized learning opportunities, including distance learning, weekend and evening college, and study abroad. Credit is accepted in the form of dual credit, credit for life experiences, and advanced placement. Students can obtain financial aid through direct loans and Pell grants. The student population currently stands at about 1,865 students. Of that number, about 1,400 are enrolled full-time. The school, which is located at 101 Fort Avenue, can be contacted by phone at 304-788-6820.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates Potomac State College of West Virginia University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,000. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $4,500-$5,400
- Out-of-State: $12,000-$13,850
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $190-$230 per unit
- Out-of-State: $480-$580 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 84% | $5,659 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 57% | $5,431 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Potomac State College of West Virginia University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Potomac State College of West Virginia University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Education (A)
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Forestry (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003829
- Phone: (304) 424-8000
- School Homepage