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West Virginia State University

West Virginia State University is a small, public institution located in Institute, wv. Founded in 1891, West Virginia State University offers undergraduate degrees in 32 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 1,362 undergraduates
cost $9,431 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions Academics Annual tuition & cost Ways to pay Students Campus life FAQs

Admissions

Will I get into West Virginia State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 96.2%
SAT score average 967
ACT score average 19
Average high school GPA 3.24
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! West Virginia State University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Law and Legal Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Languages and Literature

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Social Work
Psychology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,431
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,214
Books & supplies $1,389
Other expenses $3,012
Cost of attendance* $26,046
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $26,046 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $15,219
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,214
Books & supplies $1,389
Other expenses $3,012
Cost of attendance* $31,834
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $31,834 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? West Virginia State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,362, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

3,771

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
62%
African American %
15%
Hispanic American %
2%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
NA
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
5%
Unknown %
16%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At West Virginia State University, students love their Student Social Work Organization 20, student athletes compete in Division 2 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map Rte 25, Institute, WV 25112-1000
phone 304-766-3000
address www.wvstateu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student social work organization 20

Wvsu college chapter - naacp 17

Choices peer educators 13

Wvsu international student services 13

C.e. jones historical society 12

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about West Virginia State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is West Virginia State University?

West Virginia State University is located in Institute, wv.

What is the acceptance rate at West Virginia State University? 

The acceptance rate for West Virginia State University is 96%.

What’s the average GPA for West Virginia State University?

The average high school GPA for West Virginia State University students was 3.24.

How much does it cost for 4 years at West Virginia State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at West Virginia State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $104,184.

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