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SMALL CAMPUS FEEL

Benefit from the big-college experience on a smaller campus while earning a two- or four-year degree. Learn more about saving on your WVU degree!

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ESTIMATE YOUR COSTS

 

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Tuition and fees are usually not the only educational expenses you may have while pursuing a degree. You may have other costs such as books, supplies, and living expenses. Please see the Estimate Costs & Aid webpage for how to estimate and plan for other potential expenses.


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Earn an Associate Degree for Free 
*Available to WV Residents Only

WVU GUARANTEE


WVU Guarantee is open to undergraduate students across the WVU System who are West Virginia residents, have a family AGI of $65,000 or less and annually complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

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METRO TUITION RATE

Exciting news! WVU Potomac State College has expanded their Metro Tuition Rate to now include  ALL residents of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. This expansion offers a savings of up to  $5000 per academic year


Metro Tuition Rate 

OHIO RECIPROCITY

Ohio students who are fully admitted to certain approved majors can enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates through the Ohio Tuition Reciprocity Agreement.


Ohio Reciprocity 

Housing and Food

Need to get a quick housing and food rate? Our housing and food are very affordable.

Rates for room and board cost per year.
Rates Cost Per Year
Housing $5,698
Food $5,128

(*Estimated rates for 2024-25. Rates are subject to change. Listed costs are based on two semesters with a minimum of 12 credits each. Housing and food costs are based on double occupancy in a residence hall and a 15-meal plan.   Calculate your cost.)


Housing and Food Per Semester

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With financial aid, scholarships and grants,
you’ll find Potomac State tuition very affordable. 

In fact, we're one of the nation's most affordable four-year colleges, as ranked by the U.S. Department of Education.


Tuition and Fees

Potomac State has one of the lowest tuitions of any four-year college in West Virginia.

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Financial Aid

Begin the financial aid process by submitting the FAFSA as early as possible – between Oct. 1 and March 1 – at www.fafsa.gov

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Scholarships

Potomac State offers a variety of scholarships to qualified students, including academic and athletic awards.

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Estimate Your Costs

Looking for a quick ballpark figure of what your Potomac State education will cost? We’ve got you covered.

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Grants

Federal and state grant programs can help pay your college costs. Grants are typically need-based and not required to be paid back.

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