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West Virginia State University
Institute, WVPublicSuburb Setting
Open Admission • 96% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
West Virginia State University is a public institution located in the suburb setting of Institute, WV. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 1.3K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 96%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
1.3K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
96% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading410 - 550
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math350 - 490
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite15 - 20
1typical 50% range36
96%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing18% of degrees
Health Sciences8% of degrees
Biological Sciences4% of degrees
Social Sciences4% of degrees
Engineering1% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,169
Earnings 5yr: $41,240
Debt: $27,045
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,063
Earnings 5yr: $37,109
Debt: $25,860
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,026
Earnings 5yr: $43,268
Debt: $31,125
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,622
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,501
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,924
Earnings 5yr: $45,022
Debt: $26,932
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $42,434
Earnings 5yr: $40,263
Debt: $26,305
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $41,571
Earnings 5yr: $42,174
Debt: $37,371
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $40,303
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $37,866
Earnings 5yr: $35,928
Debt: $30,788
Fine and Studio Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $22,764
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $35,560
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,140
Biotechnology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$11,139
In-State Tuition$9,570
Out-of-State Tuition$14,990
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
20%
Pell Grants
18%
Take Loans
36%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$32,849
+23% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$40,492
Completion Signals
39%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
57%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,250
Est. Monthly Payment
$165/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
45%
Men55%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 45% men and 55% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
43%
Part-Time Share
8%
Avg Family Income
$43,191
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