Founded in 1837 and part of the University of West Virginia system, this is a comprehensive public institution offering programs in liberal arts and sciences, business, education, fine arts, and nursing. There are 7 undergraduate and 2 graduate schools. The 70 acre campus is in an urban area 126 miles east of Lexington Kentucky and 50 miles west of
Charleston. Including residence halls, there are 30 buildings.
Fraternities, sororities and over 120 clubs and organizations are on campus. Tours of the campus are available.
