WVSU vs. Shepherds Theological Seminary

Comparable Facts

Compare West Virginia State University in Institute, WV with Shepherds Theological Seminary in Cary, NC on tuition, admissions, graduation, earnings, and student body data using the tables above.

West Virginia State University is larger than Shepherds Theological Seminary based on total student enrollment (3,246 students vs. 201 students).

Location, institution type, and student-faculty ratio

• West Virginia State University is located in Institute, WV (Midsize Suburban setting); Shepherds Theological Seminary is in Cary, NC (Rural Fringe setting).
• West Virginia State University is a public, non-profit 4-year institution. Shepherds Theological Seminary is a private, non-profit 4-year institution.
• Student-to-faculty ratio: West Virginia State University 13:1.

Cost details

• Living costs (room and board or off-campus housing budget) at Shepherds Theological Seminary are 37.5% lower than at West Virginia State University ($8,456 vs. $13,522).
• Out-of-state tuition is 119.2% higher at WVSU than at Shepherds Theological Seminary (about $8,150 more per year; $14,990 vs. $6,840).
• A larger share of students receive grant aid at West Virginia State University than at Shepherds Theological Seminary (88% vs. 0%).

Admissions details

• SAT or ACT scores are test optional at WVSU, open admission at Shepherds Theological Seminary.

Loans and repayment

Sources: U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS and College Scorecard. Values reflect the most recent year available in our dataset.