West Virginia University At ParkersburgWest Virginia University at Parkersburg, also known as WVUP, is located in Parkersburg, United States. It was established in 1961 as the Parkersburg Branch of West Virginia University. In 1971, it was renamed to Parkersburg Community College. It gained university status in 1989 and adopted its present name. It is a regional campus of West Virginia University or WVU. The university enrolls more than 3, 500 part-time and full-time students per year. The university grants several associate degrees and certificate programs in diverse Course Topics. WVUP recognizes a number of student organizations and clubs including the Criminal Justice Club, Musicians Guild, Student Nursing Association, Film Society, Psychology Club, and Give Back on Fridays. The Student Government Association works for the overall development of students. Profile of West Virginia University At ParkersburgThe main campus of WVU Parkersburg is in Parkersburg, WV (a small city). The school is a public school. WVU Parkersburg offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree. Course Topics The school students most commonly major in a field related to production trades. WVU Parkersburg Selectivity WVU Parkersburg admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy. FacultyThe school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Student Enrolment In 2007, WVU Parkersburg had 3, 743 enrolled students. WVU Parkersburg Tuition and AffordabilityThe school offers comparatively low-priced tuition. Contact: WVU ParkersburgWest Virginia University At Parkersburg 300 Campus Dr Parkersburg, WV 26101 General Phone: (304) 424-8000 http: //www.wvup.edu | ||||||||||||||||||
