Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.37%
SAT Average
979
ACT Range
16-22
West Virginia State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.37%. This means approximately 964 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,328 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.37%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,049 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,623 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $19,906 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,191 | State avg: $10,497. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 17.58% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 15.71% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does West Virginia State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$14,623
Room and board
$12,936
Books and supplies
$1,309
Other expenses
$2,323
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$19,906
Average net price
$10,191
Average aid coverage
49%
$9,715 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at West Virginia State University pays approximately $10,191 per year after grants and aid. This is below the West Virginia average of $10,497 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is West Virginia State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to West Virginia and national averages.
West Virginia State University net price
$10,191
West Virginia average
$10,497
National average
$17,506
West Virginia State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $14,623 and average net price at $10,191. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$14,623
Current net price
$10,191
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
33.51%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$40,492
Undergraduates
1,328
10-Year Median Earnings - West Virginia State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
West Virginia State University graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends West Virginia State University?
Undergraduates
1,328
Completion rate
33.51%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
17.58%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
15.71%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 17.58% of West Virginia State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 15.71% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at West Virginia State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use West Virginia State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
West Virginia State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
West Virginia State University is listed at Rte 25, Institute, WV 25112-1000. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare West Virginia State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia State University | 96.37% | $14,623 | $10,191 | $40,492 |
| West Virginia University Hospital Departments of Rad Tech and Nutrition | Not available | Not available | Not available | $69,666 |
| Wheeling University | 75.18% | $29,475 | $19,040 | $57,949 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University | Not available | $12,624 | $7,403 | $55,939 |
| West Virginia University | 86.26% | $27,360 | $12,997 | $55,939 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Virginia State University's acceptance rate?
West Virginia State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.37%.
How much is West Virginia State University tuition?
West Virginia State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $14,623.
What is West Virginia State University's average net price?
West Virginia State University's average net price in the local dataset is $10,191.
What is West Virginia State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $40,492 for West Virginia State University.
Is West Virginia State University accredited?
West Virginia State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend West Virginia State University?
The local dataset lists 1,328 undergraduate students at West Virginia State University.
What percentage of West Virginia State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for West Virginia State University in the local dataset is 17.58%.
What is the federal loan rate at West Virginia State University?
The federal loan rate for West Virginia State University in the local dataset is 15.71%.
Where should I verify West Virginia State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with West Virginia State University or the latest official federal education data.