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West Liberty State College, established in 1837, is located in West Liberty, West Virginia. It was renamed West Liberty University on May 3, 2009. The main campus of the school is situated on more than 200 acres. West Liberty University offers degrees and programs through the following schools:
The students of West Liberty University are represented by a Student Government Association. The university campus has sororities and fraternities such as Alpha Xi Delta, Lambda Psi Sigma, Kappa Delta Kappa, Delta Zeta Pi, and Beta Theta Gamma. The sports teams of West Liberty University, nicknamed The Hilltoppers, participate in golf, wrestling, tennis, cross country, basketball, softball, and baseball.
West Liberty State College is in West Liberty, WV. West Liberty is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. West Liberty State College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at West Liberty State College scored at least 480 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 400 to 470 in 2007-2008.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,405 students study at West Liberty State College (in 2007-2008).
The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference athletics.
In-state students appreciate the low tuition rate.
More complete details are provided below.
West Liberty State College
Route 88
West Liberty, WV 26074
General Phone: (304) 336-5000
http://www.westliberty.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 84 | general studies, social services, interdisciplinary studies, English, sociology, political science, history |
| Business and Management | 83 | business management, CIO training |
| Education and Teaching | 77 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching |
| Medical Support and Technology | 49 | dental hygienist, clinical lab tech |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 37 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 16 | registered nursing |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 14 | exercise science |
| Therapy and Counseling | 12 | psychology |
| Media | 12 | communication studies |
| Science | 10 | biology, chemistry |
| Design | 7 | graphic design |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for West Liberty State College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 370 | 22 |
| Associate's degree | 31 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, West Liberty State College had a total enrollment of 2,405 students (2,149 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 93% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | 56% |
| Ohio | 29% |
| Pennsylvania | 9% |
| Washington, DC | 2% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
West Liberty State College offers campus housing for 1,380 of its 2,149 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of West Liberty, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,809 | 1,441 | 80% | 553 | 38% |
| Men | 805 | 648 | 80% | 247 | 38% |
| Women | 1,004 | 793 | 79% | 306 | 39% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 480 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 470 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 11% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,464 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,896 |
| Room and board | $ 6,282 |
| Room charge | $ 3,590 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,692 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,250 |
Financial Aid:
West Liberty State College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 382300)
West Liberty State College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 23 | 10 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 25 | 16 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 12 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $53,523 | 3 | $58,144 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 12 | $60,216 | 4 | $56,286 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $51,356 | 11 | $49,152 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $41,996 | 10 | $45,081 |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $42,262 | 9 | $40,568 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 3 | $35,641 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 60 | $48,473 | 35 | $46,163 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 106 | 48 | 154 |
| Football | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Baseball | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Track | 6 | 8 | 14 |
| All Other Sports | 24 | 28 | 52 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Information Resources Management/CIO Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets West Liberty State College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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