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Morgantown, WV is the hilly college town on the Monongahela River that West Virginia University calls home, and the Mountaineers set the rhythm of the whole place. WVU spreads across three campuses, so students fill Sunnyside, Downtown, South Park, Evansdale, and Suncrest with a steady buzz. Fall Saturdays pack 60,000 fans into Mountaineer Field and the Coliseum, and the Downtown Historic District anchors the civic core. The Mon River and Caperton rail-trails trace the water for miles, Coopers Rock State Forest sits just east for overlooks and climbing, and the whole valley leans outdoorsy. It's compact, spirited, and built around its university and the river.
The classic student hub, packed with houses and apartments steps from Downtown campus and the heart of the social scene. It is the center of student life.
Leafier with converted houses full of character, a short walk to downtown and the rail-trail. It suits students who want charm and calm near the core.
Sits by the Health Sciences and Engineering campuses and the recreation center, handy for those majors. It keeps you close to the buildings you use most.
Here's what you need to know about getting around Morgantown.
WVU's PRT, the driverless rail cars, whisk you between Downtown and Evansdale campuses in minutes with a swipe of your Mountaineer Card. Mountain Line Transit runs two dozen routes across town and is free with a valid WVU ID. The Valley View line is a favorite for off-campus students, running every 15 minutes. That combo lets plenty of students skip a car entirely.
Morgantown is famously walkable around campus, especially in Sunnyside, Downtown, and South Park. Biking exists but the hills and thin bike infrastructure make it a workout. Most students near campus get around on foot for daily trips. The PRT fills in for longer hops between campuses.
If you live in Suncrest or out past University Town Centre, a car helps, though the bus reaches most of it. Parking downtown is the real headache, so weigh that before driving. A vehicle mainly earns its keep in the outer neighborhoods. Many students near campus skip a car given the PRT and free bus.
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Most students pay roughly $500 to $800 a month for a room in a shared apartment, while a one-bedroom runs closer to $800 to $1,200. Converted houses in South Park can be cheaper per room; newer Sunnyside and Evansdale complexes sit at the top of that range.
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