WVU Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources 2023 Viewbook

FAST FACTS

AVERAGE MATH SCORES

SAT score 624 ACT score 25.4

PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS FROM OUT-OF-STATE 55%

APPROXIMATE NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATES

2,700

OUR CAREER PLACEMENT RATE

84%

AVERAGE STARTING SALARY OF OUR GRADUATES $66,000

You can pursue MINORS to personalize and increase the value of your degree (i.e., entrepreneurship, political science, foreign languages).

You do not need to know your specific engineering major when you get here – we will help you find the ONE THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU.

3.92 AVERAGE HIGH SCHOOL GPA

The majority of our freshmen live in Braxton Tower, Lincoln Hall and Honors Hall. @wvuhousing

FURTHERING YOUR EDUCATION

Almost a quarter of our students go on to engineering graduate school, law school, business school or medical school.

If you qualify, the HONORS COLLEGE is a great way to create a unique college experience for yourself.

EXTRACURRICULAR

Many of our students are in the BAND, ROTC, CLUB and INTRAMURAL SPORTS and even in DIVISION I SPORTS

While many of your classes will be on the EVANSDALE CAMPUS, you will also be able to take courses on the DOWNTOWN CAMPUS.

ENGINEERING DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Aerospace Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Biometric Systems Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Forensics

Computer Science

Cybersecurity

Electrical Engineering

Engineering Management

Industrial Engineering

Materials Science and Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mining Engineering

Occupational Safety and Health

Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering

Safety Management

Software Engineering

DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMS

Biometric Systems and Computer Engineering

Biometric Systems and Electrical Engineering

Civil and Mining Engineering

Computer Science and Computer Engineering

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Mining Engineering and Geology

The Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources directly admits students based on math readiness and meeting minimum requirements

for direct

ADMISSION

to the university. Although freshmen select their engineering major of interest when applying, all first-year freshman are admitted to the Fundamentals of Engineering program. Upon successful completion of this program, students advance to their desired major.

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION WITH TEST SCORES

When applying to the university with an ACT or SAT score, the math subsection of the score will be used for placement in conjunction with general admission standards for the university. This ensures that students meet math readiness standards while building upon an academic foundation to continue with many of the required engineering courses.

We encourage you to talk with our recruitment team, schedule a visit, or attend an event to learn more.

TEST OPTIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA

If you would like to apply without standardized test scores, we will admit test optional applicants who meet a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and general university admissions requirements. Due to the minimum math placement of college algebra for engineering, a math assessment is required prior to New Student Orientation in June. The ALEKS math placement exam, qualifying AP, IB, or dual enrollment courses and grades, or an ACT or SAT score are approved options for placement.

Even if you are admitted test optional, we encourage you to take the ACT or SAT for increased scholarship opportunities. Departmental scholarships for first-time freshmen offered by the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources require an ACT or SAT score to qualify.

MATH PLACEMENT FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN

Questions regarding math placement? Email us at Statler-Info@mail.wvu.edu.

Incoming freshmen are automatically considered for merit-based engineering

SCHOLARSHIPS

when accepted to WVU. These scholarships can be used in conjunction with other scholarships.

At West Virginia University, we want the best and brightest students — not just the high scorers. Hard work, determination and grit are just as important to us as tests and GPAs.

That’s why 93% of our new undergrads receive financial aid, and 82% of incoming engineering freshmen earn scholarships. But we want every student to find their fit here.

So we’re expanding our scholarship tiers to offer even more students the opportunity to turn their passions into a lifelong purpose. For students who have not taken the ACT or SAT, please visit https://financialaid.wvu.edu/home/scholarships/freshmen for more options.

ESTIMATED

During your

FRESHMAN YEAR EXPERIENCE

in the Statler College, we want to help you make the transition from high school to college. Our faculty, staff and advisors will work with you to set up your unique path to graduation and help you discover possibilities for your future.

Opportunities include:

• Cilento Engineering Learning Center

• Engineering-specific advisors and mentors

• Out-of-class engineering experiences

• Hands-on learning opportunities

• Living-learning Communities

• Dedicated labs for first-year students

WV U SCHOL ARSHIP AMOUNT S

IN-STATE: $2,500 | OUT- OF-STATE: $10,000

IN-STATE: $1,50 0 | OUT- OF-STATE: $9,000

IN-STATE: $1,250 | OUT- OF-STATE: $7,000

In-state tuition and fees: $10,632 • Out-of-state: $28,008

STATLER COLLEGE QUALIFICATIONS

These awards are in addition to the Scholarship of Distinction amounts.

If you quali fy fo r Scholarship of Distinctio n 1, 2 or 3 an d have a minimum:

AC T MATH: 29 or

SAT MATH: 680

you will receive th e Engineer ing Excellence

Le vel 2 Schola rship

IN-STAT E: $2 ,000

OU T-OF-S TATE: $4 ,5 00

If you quali fy fo r Scholarship of Distinctio n 1 or 2 an d have a minimum:

AC T MATH: 32 or

SAT MATH: 72 0

you will receive th e Engineer ing Excellence

Le vel 1 Schola rship

IN-STAT E: $2 ,5 00

OU T-OF-S TATE: $5 ,5 00

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Scholarship of Distinction Level 4 Scholarship of Distinction Level 3 Scholarship of Distinction Level 2

Scholarship of Distinction Level 1

GPA

As a student in the Statler College, you will be able to join a variety of

STUDENT PROJECTS

AND ORGANIZATIONS

in order to apply what you have learned in the classroom and to participate in professional and career development.

Examples include:

DESIGN PROJECTS

EcoCAR EV Challenge

Formula SAE

Rocketry Team

Design/Build/Fly

Projects in Industry

Microgravity Team

Concrete Canoe

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

• Engineers Without Borders

• National Society of Black Engineers

• Society of Women Engineers

• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

• Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers

• CyberWVU

• Tau Beta Pi

We hope you take full advantage of college life by partnering your academic work with one of our many

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES.

It is our goal that 100% of students who graduate from Statler participate in an experiential learning opportunity. These opportunities include:

• Undergraduate research

• Civic engagement/ service learning

• Study abroad

There are several ways to

• Senior design projects (domestic/ international)

• Co-ops and internships

• Engineering competitions

• Student projects

VISIT CAMPUS

, so you can find the option that works best for you.

Schedule a campus visit through the WVU Visitors Center where a student leader will guide you virtually or in-person around campus and cover all things WVU – from our history and traditions to academics and student life. We’ll sprinkle some more fun facts –on housing, dining, athletics and more – in between. visit.wvu.edu

Want to meet with an engineering or computer science student? You can set up an appointment in-person or virtually with one of our Statler Ambassadors where you can hear firsthand what it is like in the WVU Statler College, and have the opportunity to talk to our staff as well. statler.wvu.edu/visit

Do weekends work better for you? You can participate in a special event like the engineering-specific open house held once per semester or a University-wide open house such as Discover WVU or Decide WVU. admissions.wvu.edu

CAREER PLACEMENT

It’s all about finding a career, and our Office of Corporate Relations and Career Assistance does more than just talk about it! We’ll put you in touch with companies looking to hire you for internships, co-ops and full-time positions.

Throughout the year, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of:

• Fall and spring Career Fairs, that draw hundreds of employers

• Continuous broadcast of job postings through Handshake

• Resumé review and interviewing skills classes for engineers

• Staff designated to help you find co-ops, internships and full-time employment

Upon completion of your undergraduate coursework, you can continue to hone your skills and develop new ones by continuing your education beyond your bachelor’s degree.

Options include:

• Business school

• Law school

• Medical school

• Graduate school in engineering/computer science

Our graduates are hired by internationally known companies and organizations:

hands-on work

gain hands-on experience support from staff and faculty close-knit community hands-on work

internships working together to succeed together

working toward my dream job constant pursuit of greatness

professors actually care close friendships challenging learning environment

the community

everyone is willing to help sense of camaraderie pride opportunities

THE BEST PART OF WVU ENGINEERING

accessibility of professors well-known engineering college Engineering Learning Center

everyone truly seems to be there to help you student research and competitions engineering career fair

amazing professors opportunities are limitless

classes great organizations

- Current WVU Engineering Students