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West Virginia State University
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Annual Tuition
$9,049
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
96.4%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
34.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$40,492
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
West Virginia State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Institute, WV. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,049, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 34.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
96.4%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$36,196
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
3.4 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$10,492
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$68,724
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$173,644
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 35%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at West Virginia State University is $23,338.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$9,049
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
63.2%
Success
34.5%
In-State Cost
$9,049
Age 25+ Students
8.0%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Smaller
Working at 6yr
968 students
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