Overview
Enrollment
| Location | West Liberty, West Virginia |
| Online | westliberty.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in West Liberty, West Virginia, West Liberty University is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,606 prospective students applied, and 1,186 were granted admission. Of those admitted 378 enrolled in the school. 1,921 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 370 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $8,345 plus fees of $0. West Liberty University is ranked 778 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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West Liberty University is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for West Liberty University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#778 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#293 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in West Virginia
#5 in Best Public Colleges in West Virginia
#20 in Best Value Colleges in West Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 890/1175 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.53 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
West Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,645 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,020 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,094 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,104 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,645 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,020 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,094 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,053 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Health Professions | 20% |
| Education | 18% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 10% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=237932 IPEDS survey data for West Liberty University.
Current students may use the West Liberty University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.