Academics
Better patient outcomes start in the classroom
Exceptional healthcare professionals are cultivated in environments that encourage compassionate care and curiosity. Our students apply their knowledge daily, making a meaningful impact on patients and our surrounding communities. By fostering empathy and growth, we shape future leaders who improve lives and realize their own potential. Embracing health and well-being supports growth, resilience, and self-discovery—take the first step today to find your path.
Teaching a new generation of health professionals
WVU’s five health schools—Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Public Health—focus on addressing evolving health challenges through innovative education. With close to 4,000 students enrolled in more than 140 health sciences programs, including 89 medical residency and fellowship programs - 43 of those offered only at WVU - we provide unmatched opportunities to advance your healthcare career.
As an R1 Doctoral University, WVU offers cutting-edge resources for students to practice life-saving procedures, develop communication skills, and master new technologies before treating real patients.
Shaping the Future of Care
Immersive learning is crucial to the development of today's healthcare professionals. Environments like our STEPS Simulation Center and Dental Innovation Center ensure we deliver modern practices so tomorrow's medical professionals deliver the best possible care from the start.
Partnership with a purpose
The Health Sciences Campus integrates WVU Medicine’s J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital and the WVU Health Sciences Center, offering a unique opportunity to transition from the operating room to the classroom in minutes. This access to the state’s flagship hospital and the WV STEPS world-class simulation facility ensures that you can advance both your practical skills and academic knowledge in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment.
