BSc in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering in Morgantown United States | West Virginia University

Nestled in the heart of the bustling Marcellus and Utica shale oil and gas regions, our Department provides exceptional academic and hands-on learning experiences. With our prestigious reputation attracting students globally, graduates are highly sought after by leading energy corporations. The program combines core scientific and engineering principles with communication skills, computer proficiency, and specialized coursework in drilling, production, reservoir engineering, and stimulation design. Our faculty engage in diverse research areas such as porous media fluid dynamics, reservoir analysis, gas production and storage, hydraulic fracturing, drilling technologies, and environmental solutions. We're also expanding expertise in resource extraction methods. As West Virginia's sole undergraduate PNGE program and a globally recognized leader, we maintain robust industry connections that help students secure both seasonal and career positions. Proximity to major shale plays opens doors to partnerships with Chevron, Range Resources, EQT, Dominion, Cabot Oil & Gas, the DOE, NETL, and other energy sector leaders.