West Virginia State University

Institute, WV · Public · 1,321 undergraduates

West Virginia State University admitted 96% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 760–1040 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $13,624 a year. Within six years, 36% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
96%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
760–1040
ACT middle 50%
15–20

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$21,391 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$13,624 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$13,581 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$9,570 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$14,990 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
36%
Students who return for a second year
57%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$43,742 a year
Median debt at graduation
$20,610

Students

Undergraduates
1,321
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
24%
Student-faculty ratio
13 to 1
Campus setting
Suburb
Historically Black college or university
Yes

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Business, management and marketing
18%
Homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting
14%
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities
13%
Parks, recreation, leisure, fitness and kinesiology
8%
Education
7%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.