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West Virginia State University

WVSU; STATE

Institute, West Virginia 25112-1000

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West Virginia State University is a public suburban institution in Institute, West Virginia. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 979.

A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

34% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $40,492 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,191.

Established
1891
Motto
Veritas Lux Mundi
Mascot
Stinger
Type
Public historically black land-grant university
Conference
Colored
Division
Division II

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96%Acceptance
979SAT Avg
1,328Students
12:1Student:Faculty
34%Grad Rate
$40,492Earnings 10yr
$10,191Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

West Virginia 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

Acceptance Rate96.4%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 979

Reading & Writing
430550
Math
400523

ACT Score Range

Composite
1622

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

96.4%

Trend

SAT Avg

979

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,049
Tuition (out-of-state)$14,623
Room & Board$12,936
Books & Supplies$1,309
Total Cost of Attendance$19,906
Average Net Price$10,191
Median Debt at Graduation$23,338
Monthly Payment (10yr)$247

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$8,962
$30–48K$11,652
$48–75K$12,283
$75–110K$13,633

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

84.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,250

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (32)

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
1,328
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%

Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Black 13%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate33.5%
Freshman Retention63.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$32,849
10 Years$40,492

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 — Yellow Jackets

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History & Fun Facts

  • •The school opened its doors in May 1892 and had an enrollment of over 40 students.
  • •Teacher education ("normal") courses were added in 1893.
  • •Military education became an integral part of the school, and in 1899 West Virginia's legislature passed a bill to admit up to 60 cadets.

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

CMH Columbus127 mi
CVG Cincinnati163 mi
PIT Pittsburgh167 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
New York, NY443 mi · ~12h 48m drive
Hartford, CT534 mi · ~15h 26m drive
Providence, RI596 mi · ~17h 13m drive
Albany, NY514 mi · ~14h 51m drive
Syracuse, NY436 mi · ~12h 36m drive
Rochester, NY395 mi · ~11h 25m drive
Buffalo, NY346 mi · ~10h drive
Philadelphia, PA370 mi · ~10h 41m drive
Pittsburgh, PA171 mi · ~4h 56m drive
Harrisburg, PA292 mi · ~8h 26m drive
Newark, NJ436 mi · ~12h 36m drive
Washington, DC258 mi · ~7h 27m drive
Baltimore, MD284 mi · ~8h 12m drive
Atlanta, GA352 mi · ~10h 10m drive
Charlotte, NC224 mi · ~6h 28m drive
Raleigh, NC249 mi · ~7h 12m drive
Miami, FL877 mi · ~25h 20m drive
Orlando, FL680 mi · ~19h 39m drive
Tampa, FL722 mi · ~20h 51m drive
Nashville, TN315 mi · ~9h 6m drive
New Orleans, LA751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Richmond, VA243 mi · ~7h 1m drive
Chicago, IL393 mi · ~11h 21m drive
Detroit, MI281 mi · ~8h 7m drive
Minneapolis, MN747 mi · ~21h 35m drive
St. Louis, MO456 mi · ~13h 10m drive
Kansas City, MO692 mi · ~19h 59m drive
Indianapolis, IN254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Columbus, OH128 mi · ~3h 42m drive
Cleveland, OH216 mi · ~6h 14m drive
Milwaukee, WI455 mi · ~13h 9m drive
Dallas, TX928 mi · ~26h 49m drive
Houston, TX978 mi · ~28h 15m drive
Austin, TX1068 mi · ~30h 51m drive
San Antonio, TX1139 mi · ~32h 54m drive
Los Angeles, CA2042 mi · ~58h 59m drive
San Francisco, CA2193 mi · ~63h 21m drive
San Diego, CA2015 mi · ~58h 13m drive
Seattle, WA2120 mi · ~61h 15m drive
Portland, OR2135 mi · ~61h 41m drive
Denver, CO1246 mi · ~36h drive
Phoenix, AZ1722 mi · ~49h 45m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1605 mi · ~46h 22m drive
Honolulu, HI4584 mi · ~132h 26m 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

Columbus (CMH)127 miles
Rental car
191 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
254 min$152-254
Cincinnati (CVG)163 miles
Rental car
245 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
326 min$196-326

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