West Virginia State University is a historically Black public university located in Institute, West Virginia. Established in 1891, it is the only public, Historically Black Institution of higher education in the state of West Virginia. The University was founded on the belief that providing quality education creates a path to a better life. WVSU offers over 50 degree programs, from accounting to nursing and public relations. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, WVSU is helping to create a brighter future for West Virginia and beyond.
- Address: Rte 25, Institute, WV 25112-1000
- Phone: (304) 766-3000
- Website: www.wvstateu.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 3,638
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $20
- Selectivity: Less Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $8,437 | $14,125 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,701 | $1,701 |
| Room & Board | $9,473 | $9,473 |
| Other | $3,066 | $3,066 |
| Total Cost | $22,677 | $28,365 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 89%
- SAT Range: 870 – 1090
- ACT Range: 17 – 22
Majors
- Business Administration and Management, General
- General Studies
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Social Work
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 43%
- Part-time: 57%
Student Gender
- Male: 42%
- Female: 58%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 9%
- Hispanic / Latino: 2%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 72%
- Two or More Races: 4%
- Unknown: 5%
- Non-resident Alien: 6%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 85%
- 25 and Over: 15%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 80%
- Out-of-State: 20%
- Unknown: 0%