West Virginia University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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College Costs & Financial Aid
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Classes and Campus Life
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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WVU Community Engagement

Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	29,306

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	22,303

Women	10,075	45%
Men	12,228	55%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	57	<1%
Asian	321	1%
African American / Black	776	3%
Hispanic	583	3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	22	<1%
White	19,429	87%
Two or More Races	469	2%
International	488	2%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	158	1%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do WVU undergraduates call home?

West Virginia	53%
Other US States & Territories	45%
Other Countries	2%
Residency Unknown	<1%

How old are WVU undergraduates?
Average Age	21
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	7%