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West Virginia State University

Institute, WV • public • II | Mountain East Conference
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Acceptance
96.4%
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Grad Rate
34%
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Cost
$24,775 / $30,195

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban (Midsize)
Student Population
Undergrad: 4,138 • Total: 4,312
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Institute, WV
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Website
www.wvstateu.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
M3: Master's Colleges & Universities – Smaller Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,675 (40.5%) • Female: 2,463 (59.5%)
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
96.4%
4,303 admitted from 4,465 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 430-550
Math: 400-523
Total: 830-1073
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
16-22
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
33.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
24.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
63.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$24,775
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$30,195
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $8,930
Out-of-state: $14,350
Room & Board
$13,522
Books & Supplies
$2,323
Students Receiving Pell Grants
20%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Mountain East Conference
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football Golf Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (7)
Basketball Other Sports Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about West Virginia State University

What is West Virginia State University's acceptance rate?
West Virginia State University accepts 96% of applicants, from 4,465 applications.
How much does West Virginia State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $8,930 in-state and $14,350 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for West Virginia State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 22 on the ACT.
What is West Virginia State University's graduation rate?
34% of students graduate within six years.