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Glenville State University

Glenville, West Virginia 26351-1292

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Glenville State University is a public rural institution in Glenville, West Virginia. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,315 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,358.

Established
1872
Mascot
Pioneer
Type
Public college
Conference
Mountain East Conference
Division
Division II

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,177Students
15:1Student:Faculty
35%Grad Rate
$39,315Earnings 10yr
$16,358Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Glenville State University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,412
Tuition (out-of-state)$11,140
Room & Board$11,484
Books & Supplies$780
Total Cost of Attendance$22,974
Average Net Price$16,358
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,878
$30–48K$13,426
$48–75K$16,460
$75–110K$20,348
$110K+$20,355

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

64.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,123

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

6

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (24)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

63%

Negative
  • •63% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,177
Gender Split
42% / 58%
Women / Men
First Generation
48%
Pell Grant Recipients
42%

Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Black 13%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.5%
Freshman Retention62.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$34,917
10 Years$39,315

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Pioneers and

WrestlingBasketballBasketball coaches

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Glenville State University was founded in 1872 as a branch of West Virginia Normal School.
  • •By 1910, the college enrollment had exceeded the population of Glenville and grew into a full four-year college by 1931.
  • •On February 22, 2022, legislators changed the name of the institution to Glenville State University.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PIT Pittsburgh112 mi
CMH Columbus132 mi
CLE Cleveland179 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
New York, NY382 mi · ~11h 2m drive
Hartford, CT472 mi · ~13h 38m drive
Providence, RI534 mi · ~15h 26m drive
Albany, NY450 mi · ~13h drive
Syracuse, NY375 mi · ~10h 50m drive
Rochester, NY337 mi · ~9h 44m drive
Buffalo, NY291 mi · ~8h 24m drive
Philadelphia, PA310 mi · ~8h 57m drive
Pittsburgh, PA113 mi · ~3h 16m drive
Harrisburg, PA230 mi · ~6h 39m drive
Newark, NJ375 mi · ~10h 50m drive
Washington, DC204 mi · ~5h 54m drive
Baltimore, MD228 mi · ~6h 35m drive
Atlanta, GA409 mi · ~11h 49m drive
Charlotte, NC256 mi · ~7h 24m drive
Raleigh, NC249 mi · ~7h 12m drive
Miami, FL911 mi · ~26h 19m drive
Orlando, FL719 mi · ~20h 46m drive
Tampa, FL765 mi · ~22h 6m drive
Nashville, TN378 mi · ~10h 55m drive
New Orleans, LA813 mi · ~23h 29m drive
Richmond, VA208 mi · ~6h 1m drive
Chicago, IL411 mi · ~11h 52m drive
Detroit, MI262 mi · ~7h 34m drive
Minneapolis, MN762 mi · ~22h 1m drive
St. Louis, MO505 mi · ~14h 35m drive
Kansas City, MO737 mi · ~21h 17m drive
Indianapolis, IN290 mi · ~8h 23m drive
Columbus, OH135 mi · ~3h 54m drive
Cleveland, OH183 mi · ~5h 17m drive
Milwaukee, WI465 mi · ~13h 26m drive
Dallas, TX988 mi · ~28h 33m drive
Houston, TX1042 mi · ~30h 6m drive
Austin, TX1130 mi · ~32h 39m drive
San Antonio, TX1201 mi · ~34h 42m drive
Los Angeles, CA2090 mi · ~60h 23m drive
San Francisco, CA2235 mi · ~64h 34m drive
San Diego, CA2066 mi · ~59h 41m drive
Seattle, WA2144 mi · ~61h 56m drive
Portland, OR2163 mi · ~62h 29m drive
Denver, CO1288 mi · ~37h 13m drive
Phoenix, AZ1774 mi · ~51h 15m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1644 mi · ~47h 30m drive
Honolulu, HI4628 mi · ~133h 42m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Pittsburgh (PIT)112 miles
Rental car
168 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
224 min$134-224
Columbus (CMH)132 miles
Rental car
198 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
264 min$158-264

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