2020 Best Colleges with No Application Fee in West VirginiaAbout this List

Wheeling University

• 4 Year
• Wheeling, WV
• 226 reviews

Alum: I graduated in 1971. I was appointed to the board of directors in 1973. The school was in financial straits but the new board rectified the financial situation, Fr Currie hired top notch development and admissions personnel and the Board raised money especially the McDonough contributions. After Currie left things slowly went downhill until the current board and the recent board members must have made some bad decisions for the recent announcements to occur. Now it will take a miracle to keep the school afloat. Leadership just is not there today! So disappointing!
Read 226 Reviews

• B

• 51% Acceptance Rate
• $18,250 Net Price
• 910-1120 SAT Range

Davis & Elkins College

• 4 Year
• Elkins, WV
• 271 reviews

Sophomore: I would say my overall experience was great. I experienced a family feel from all
The staff and students on campus. Also support from them as well. I like the support my professors give me to work hard and do good. The only thing I want to change is that maybe they would have a football team!
Read 271 Reviews

• B-

• 42% Acceptance Rate
• $18,220 Net Price
• 900-1100 SAT Range

West Liberty University

• 4 Year
• West Liberty, WV
• 300 reviews

Niche User: They have an amazing growing zoology program with great internships, while also having wonderful onsite animal enclosures and feeding areas. They also include a masters in zoology which is perfect for what I want to accomplish!! Their dorms are great for people who prefer to be alone or partnered with someone else. They also have the option to switch roommates if something goes wrong between the interactions with your roommate, at anytime during the year. One of my favorite parts about West Liberty is that I can park my car on campus as a freshman; many campuses won’t allow that for freshman. Since I live a couple hours away from home it is perfect for my freshman experience having a car with me during all of my college years. West Liberty is a small school but VERY affordable and not to far away from any cities or towns.
Read 300 Reviews

• B-

• 72% Acceptance Rate
• $12,293 Net Price
• 800- 950 SAT Range

West Virginia University Institute of Technology

• 4 Year
• Beckley, WV
• 184 reviews

Freshman: The professors are prepared and they want you to succeed. The students are friendly and you can always find someone to talk with. The school facilities are modest but they’re just right. I’m an international and I’ve been welcomed here like I’m part of the American culture. The athletes and students also want to succeed and there are people that inspire you to always work hard. I’m looking forward to the remaining of the school year. Beckley is sketchy in some places but nowhere near the school, so you’ll be alright. The dorm rooms are actually in good condition and the food is pretty good, they offer a lot of options.
Read 184 Reviews

• B-

• 53% Acceptance Rate
• $8,447 Net Price
• 950-1180 SAT Range

American Public University System

• 4 Year (Online)
• 2,193 reviews

Sophomore: APUS has been a wonderful re-introduction to academia for me! Having been out of school for a few years and with big goals to continue on to a brick-and-mortar institution, my school has been extremely effective in propelling me forward. Many of the professors are outstanding and engaging, and the vast online library and offering of free textbooks are testaments to how much they truly want to aid students. I couldn't have asked for a better online campus to help me learn, grow, connect, and really mold my future in a way that is above and beyond what I previously would have thought possible. Not only have I received a solid general education, but the classes offered in my concentration have been exceptional. Additionally, I've found other students through honors and academic clubs that are as passionate as I am about my subjects of interest and it has been a joy to work with my peers. I feel thoroughly prepared to continue on outside of APUS and later in grad school.
Read 2,193 Reviews

• C+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $10,658 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Pierpont Community & Technical College

• 2 Year
• Fairmont, WV
• 116 reviews

Freshman: This school has a wide range of programs to offer, along with many activities to participate in that interest a variety of people. I love the smaller classes because you’re able to talk one-on-one with teachers if need be and ask questions better compared to if you went to a very large school. You can really learn a lot here!
Read 116 Reviews

• C+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $8,907 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Alderson Broaddus University

• 4 Year
• Philippi, WV
• 272 reviews

Sophomore: I love AB with all of my heart. I chose AB because it was small and I wanted to be at a place where I mattered, and that is exactly what I got. It is a small and tight-knit community where you will feel at home right away! AB was the best choice for a school for me. I am so grateful for the experiences and the school.
Read 272 Reviews

• C+

• 41% Acceptance Rate
• $17,794 Net Price
• 930-1080 SAT Range

West Virginia Northern Community College

• 2 Year
• Wheeling, WV
• 93 reviews

Sophomore: West Virginia Northern Community College is a great place to get a head start on your education. If you're looking to get your core classes out of the way before you head to a four year university to get your bachelor degree -this is the place you to go. If you're looking to earn a degree while working full time- this is the place to go. The prices are very affordable for accredited and transferable courses. The campus is constantly being updated. It is clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. They even have a Starbucks in the bookstore! The teachers and advisors are very thoughtful, caring and really want to see you succeed. The activities director is awesome. There is so much to do on campus, during school and after school. I am at WVNCC earning my second associate's degree. There is a lot of availability and flexibility of course offerings between the classroom and online learning. I recommend West Virginia Northern Community College.
Read 93 Reviews

• C+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $4,309 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Mountwest Community & Technical College

• 2 Year
• Huntington, WV
• 79 reviews

Freshman: It's so much fun and the teachers are awesome and funny! The academics are a great place to start and overall I love the school. I would only think of transferring if you wanted to get a master's degree.
Read 79 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $6,916 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Potomac State College of West Virginia University

• 4 Year
• Keyser, WV
• 174 reviews

Freshman: I like being apart of Potomac State College because it is a local college. I commute, so it is not far from where I live. I have enjoyed in being apart of the classes. The classes here are small, not to large to were you can not focus on what you need to learn. Something I would like to change about Potomac State is the housing and safety. The housing are an average and so is the safety. The college could improve on these things by being more above average and taking the students advice when they try to change the issues.
Read 174 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $7,827 Net Price
• — SAT Range

West Virginia University at Parkersburg

• 4 Year
• Parkersburg, WV
• 235 reviews

Sophomore: All of my professors have been nice, Professor Thompson in particular is always energetic and understanding, he really goes above and beyond for his students making sure we understand the material. The administrative staff is also really nice and they seem to care about the students as well. Those combined with the exceptional price of education makes this school an amazing place to study! The school has many study areas which are cozy, clean and well lit, as well as a tutoring center. The only slight drawback is parking for the Caperton Center and Applied Technology center leaves a bit to be desired, but the short walk is occasionally enjoyed.
Read 235 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $6,910 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Bethany College - West Virginia

• 4 Year
• Bethany, WV
• 273 reviews

Alum: Alumni networking is huge. After I was hired for my first local job, I learned that the HR directors son was an alumni. She raved over the Bethany education and it's reputation. One should never under estimate the power of networking. Bethany is a small community situated in the gorgeous mountains of WV. It offers a beautiful landscape for mountain bike riding and hiking. There are creeks, trails, farms and fields. Old Mains historic architecture is stunning. I lived in Phillips Hall for 3 years. It is a gorgeous gothic residence hall with double and single room occupancy. Bethany also boasts more modern living in the Campbell Village suites. Greek housing is also offered beyond freshman year. The professors are very caring and well versed in their field. They are accessible and they want you to succeed. You are not just a number in small Bethany classroom. I would be honored if any of my children were accepted as Legacies.
Read 273 Reviews

• C

• 94% Acceptance Rate
• $18,783 Net Price
• 850-1110 SAT Range

Bluefield State College

• 4 Year
• Bluefield, WV
• 142 reviews

Junior: Bluefield State College offers many diverse classes, exceptional instructors, and a an opportunity to achieve your dreams! The campus is not overwhelming large, and the environment"feels" like home. I'm so glad I decided to choose BSC to complete my higher education.
Read 142 Reviews

• C

• 81% Acceptance Rate
• $8,604 Net Price
• 960-1090 SAT Range

Concord University

• 4 Year
• Athens, WV
• 454 reviews

Sophomore: The staff is very personable. They are always there for the student first. Very helpful and informative. The campus can be kind of confusing between buildings looking somewhat similar. However, the staff has recently provided several ways to improve the direction of where to go for classes. Most professors are extremely caring and understanding. They work with the students inside and out of the university. The learning process is very well thought out and re-looked at many times with many eyes to make sure it is the best possible scenario for the students.
Read 454 Reviews

• C

• 90% Acceptance Rate
• $9,000 Net Price
• 930-1110 SAT Range

Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College

• 2 Year
• Mount Gay, WV
• 97 reviews

Freshman: I was scared when I first enrolled because of being out of school for so long but my advisor believed in me before I could believe in myself. They have tutoring for every single subject. Key note speakers who help tremendously. The staff in student services are really something special. I would recommend this community college over and over again.
Read 97 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $4,525 Net Price
• — SAT Range

New River Community & Technical College

• 2 Year
• Beaver, WV
• 71 reviews

Sophomore: I never expected the level of help and support that I would find at this school. Almost every professor I had was kind and accessible. If I was struggling with any classwork, I found it easy to get help. The same goes for the financial aid department, business office, and registrar. This place has an excellent staff and they do everything in their power to help you succeed.
Read 71 Reviews

• D+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $4,073 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Ohio Valley University

• 4 Year
• Vienna, WV
• 98 reviews

Junior: My time in Ohio Valley University has been a little short but so far the people around the institution and town are very polite to the new comers. Students and staff members make you feel comfortable around them and try to make it the best experience you ever had in a Cristian institution. Staff members really encourage you to join social clubs, activities, or even sports to try and meet new people who are complete strangers to you burn the sooner or later, they become so especial that they make an impact in your life. What I really like about Ohio Valley University is the drive and the desire to step up, learn, and believe. If there could be something I would change from Ohio Valley University Institution it would be just the classes since they run a little small and not many students can fit in a small classroom. I would really like to enjoy a class with a range of 25 plus students in order to interact and meet more students in class.
Read 98 Reviews

• B-

• 29% Acceptance Rate
• $17,613 Net Price
• 910-1110 SAT Range

Bidge Valley Community & Technical College

• 2 Year
• South Charleston, WV
• 104 reviews

• C+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $7,856 Net Price
• — SAT Range

West Virginia Junior College - Bridgeport

• 2 Year
• Bridgeport, WV
• 75 reviews

College Junior: Hello there! I recently started online at WVJC. The admissions process and financial aid was so quick, easy, and painless that I was shocked! My first impression of Brianna, my admissions rep, was a good one. She was very outgoing and seemed genuinely interested in me and my goals. She was very eager and willing to answer any question I had to the best of her knowledge, and if she wasn't sure, she found out. After I spoke to her on Wednesday, I was accepted and financial aid was completed Thursday, New Student Orientation was Friday, with early entrance to the online courses the same day. Today is the official first day of classes, but I have already submitted most of my assignments for the week due to the easy layout of the online course. It's a simple and effective way to present the courses. My instructors seem professional, and like the rest of the staff, are willing to go out of their way to answer any questions I have. They also give their personal phone numbers, e-mail addresses, etc., to make it easier for their students to communicate with them. This is something I very much appreciate. I've had instructors in the past that I couldn't get in touch with at all the whole semester! Here at WVJC, it is MANDATORY that the instructors reply to any message you send with 24 hours of you sending it! That's amazing! I just can't say enough good things about my experience here at WVJC so far; I would definitely recommend this campus to any student or adult seeking to go back to school! Thanks for reading!
Read 75 Reviews

• C+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $13,288 Net Price
• — SAT Range

West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown

• 2 Year
• Morgantown, WV
• 49 reviews

College Junior: My overall experience, so far, at West Virginia Junior College has been a very good one! The admissions department, as well as financial department, has been more than willing to help me along every step of the way. Y9ou could not ask for more friendlier people to help in your next step of life. I am a single mother with not much time on my hands and for me to have a chance to better our lives, in the little bit of spare time I do have, is just amazing. I am just starting in my first year of college this year, November 9, I will graduate with a bachelor's degree. Had I known there was going to be such great helping people, who have made this process as easy as pie, I would have tried to attempt to start college sooner!
Read 49 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $16,225 Net Price
• — SAT Range

West Virginia Junior College - Charleston

• 2 Year
• Charleston, WV
• 71 reviews

Freshman: Love this school! Instructions are great. Always willing to help. Some classes are big and some are small. But no matter the size they always have time for you 1 on 1. And in the smaller classes you learn so much because it's also 1 on 1. They hold you to a high standard and only accept the best
Read 71 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $11,049 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College

• 2 Year
• Moorefield, WV
• 35 reviews

Freshman: At Eastern, the professors really work with you and are extremely helpful! The campus is small, and there is no cafeteria, but if you are looking for somewhere small and affordable, Eastern is a great fit. Besides the professors, the staff really helps you out and wants you to succeed.
Read 35 Reviews

• C

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $5,677 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Huntington Junior College

• 2 Year
• Huntington, WV
• 15 reviews

College Junior: There is a lot of one on one with the professors, small class size.
Read 15 Reviews

• D+

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $8,587 Net Price
• — SAT Range

BridgeValley Community and Technical College

• 2 Year
• Montgomery, WV
• 31 reviews

Sophomore: Bridge valley is a small community college, and it is really nice to be able to be in smaller classes. My professors have all been excellent the past three semesters.
Read 31 Reviews

• NG

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $4,287 Net Price
• — SAT Range

Huntington School of Beauty Culture

• 2 Year
• Huntington, WV

• NG

• 100% Acceptance Rate
• $7,648 Net Price
• — SAT Range