Graduate Education at West Virginia University

Graduate education at West Virginia University began in the late 1800s, with the awarding of the first master’s degree in 1899 and the first doctoral degrees in 1932. Over the years, graduate education has grown to become a significant enterprise at WVU, currently awarding approximately 1,500 master’s degrees in 80 fields and 150 doctorates in 42 fields annually. These advanced degrees are awarded for specialized training in the full spectrum of academic programs across West Virginia University and reflect the mastery of knowledge, attainment of technical capabilities, and successful completion of research, scholarship, or other creative endeavors needed for students to advance in their careers or practice in their chosen fields of study.

Office of Graduate Education and Life

The Provost and Assistant Vice President for Graduate Education oversee the policies governing graduate education, monitor the quality of graduate programs, and set goals for enhancing graduate education at West Virginia University. The Assistant Vice President reports to the Provost and oversees program evaluation and policy and procedure issues related to graduate education.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.
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