Ohio Valley University

Affiliated with the Church of Christ, OVU educates nearly 400 undergraduates on its Vienna campus. The university awards BS and BA degrees in many subjects, including integrated marketing, education, and sports management, preparing learners for in-demand careers. Additionally, professors instruct courses from a Christian point of view. All students attend religious services at least once per week, and OVU hosts chapters of the Alpha Chi and Sigma Beta Delta honor societies. On-campus dormitories boast high-speed internet access and 24/7 security. Student athletes at this West Virginia university can try out for baseball, basketball, and soccer teams, among others. OVU extends provisional admission to applicants who provide GED scores. High school graduates should possess a minimum 2.5 GPA and a score of at least 18 or 1290 on the ACT or SAT. First-year and transfer students may qualify for merit-based scholarships, and awards range from $2,000 to full tuition.