Net price per year at each college, after applying scholarships and financial aid grants.
Duke – $32,312
WVU – $23,564
Maximum parent contribution per year.
My parents should be able to cover most of the cost for either option.
Major/division admitted to at each college, if applicable to the college. Also, any special programs like honors programs or combined degree programs (e.g. BA/BS->MD).
Duke – Trinity College of Arts & Sciences (Biology Major)
WVU – Eberly College of Arts and Sciences (Biochemistry Major)
If you applied to regular fall term start, specify if you were admitted to start at a different campus, in study abroad, in an online/distance or extension program, or other than in the fall term.
N/A
Desired major and post graduation goals (including if pre-med, pre-law, etc.).
Pre-med
If not a frosh admit finishing high school, indicate status (e.g. sophomore level transfer, junior level transfer, frosh after gap year(s)).
Currently a high school senior (first-year admit).
International or domestic student (and state of residency if domestic).
Domestic student – West Virginia resident
Student preferences beyond the above (including weather, class sizes, campus culture, college demographics, fraternities/sororities, distance from home, etc.).**
No strong preferences. I liked the idea of staying relatively close to home, but it’s not a deal breaker.
Preliminary assessment of each college based on the above.
WVU – I believe I can still be very successful here and potentially finish my degree in 3 years. I already have strong connections academically and socially. The college credits I’ve earned in high school would transfer well and not go to waste.
Duke – It’s an incredible school and a huge opportunity, but it does feel a bit intimidating. I don’t know anyone else attending, and I’m uncertain about how well I’ll fit in.
Why did you apply to each college you are considering?
WVU – If I decide to stay in-state, this is the clear choice. I’m familiar with the resources and opportunities available, and I feel confident I could make the most of them and reach my long-term goals efficiently.
Duke – It’s an exceptional university that clearly opens many doors. My concern is that, for the first time, I might have more opportunities than time to pursue them all—and I worry that could make me feel like I’m falling behind or not measuring up, even with more resources available.