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OUNDED:

In 1951, a group of business leaders joined forces with West Virginia's independent colleges to create and promote the work of liberal arts colleges in the state. Corporate leaders believed that a collaborative effort for raising funds would strengthen the colleges and build a foundation for obtaining necessary resources.

WVICU, now celebrating its 61st year, provides undesignated and designated support to its eight fully accredited members. Since 1951, the consortium has provided more than $36 million to the colleges it serves.

Rooted in the liberal arts, the colleges' curricula respond directly to America's greatest needs. These institutions teach students to master critical thinking skills, communicate effectively, gain an appreciation for the arts and humanities and a commitment to community service. Our member colleges possess excellence in both teaching and technology, low faculty-student ratios, high retention of students, and a unique, personal approach to education.

Click here to see the WVICU 2011 Annual Report and use the links on our Member Schools page to go directly to the colleges’ individual web sites. We are confident you will be impressed by the diversity of our member institutions and we hope you will visit them in person.

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Mission:

The mission of WVICU is to champion independent higher education in West Virginia.

Vision:

Independent higher education in West Virginia will be an accessible, indispensable and highly visible component of the State's educational, economic and cultural life.


Tax Status:

WVICU is a tax-exempt, nonprofit West Virginia corporation. All contributions are tax- deductible in accordance with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code.

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West Virginia's Independent Colleges and Universities, Inc

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900 Lee Street
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Charleston, WV 25301
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Email:  Ben Exley, IV, Executive Director       Email:  Julia Hunt, Administrative Assistant

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