Parkersburg, W.Va. (June 1, 2021) – A college education does not have to be expensive. West Virginia University at Parkersburg is the most affordable four-year institution in W.Va. and continues to rank nationally for its low tuition rates, student services and academic offerings.

The college’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration degree with a concentration in Management and Marketing just ranked No. 18 in the nation as a most affordable Business Management program by University HQ.

University HQ, an independent educational organization, gathers data from government sources, such as the National Center for Education Statistics and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as well as the university’s tuition, admission, retention and graduation rates to determine rankings.

“We’re delighted to be chosen and happily accept the recognition,” said Jeff Holland, WVU Parkersburg Business, Accounting and Public Service (BAPS) division chairperson. “Our goal has always been to deliver the highest quality education that is possible and this serves as a sign that we are moving in the right direction.”

The Business Administration Management and Marketing concentration focuses on running internal and external operations for a company, like creating a product or service, managing staff and profits, identifying viable markets and more.

W.Va. students entering the Business Administration certificate or associate degree program may be eligible for WV Invests. WV Invests is a “last-dollar-in” financial aid program covering remaining tuition and fee costs after all other federal and state grant awards are used for first-time students.

To view the complete rankings, visit universityhq.org/best-colleges/rankings/most-affordable-business-management-schools/#rankings.

For more information about WVU Parkersburg’s Business Administration program and concentrations, visit wvup.edu/business or contact the BAPS Administrative Assistant Lauriel Rader at lauriel.rader@wvup.edu or 304-424-8289.