Established in 1867, West Virginia University is a public research institution with 13 colleges and schools spread over several campuses, with its main campus located in Morgantown, West Virginia.

In 2021, with 25,474 students enrolled in more than 355 programs, the university awarded 4,517 bachelor’s and 1,915 master’s, doctoral and other professional degrees.

West Virginia University acceptance rate in 2021 was 92%, while the student athlete graduation success rate stands at 90% success rate as of 2021.

West Virginia University is home to the Mountaineers football team, which plays its home games at the Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown, West Virginia.