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West Virginia State University, also known as West Virginia State, or WVSU, is a public university located in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States. It was originally established in 1891 as the West Virginia Colored Institute. After a few name and status changes, it became a university in 2004. WVSU offers several undergraduate and graduate degree programs to students. The university is organized into the following academic colleges:
West Virginia State houses an athletics department. The university is a member of the NCAA Division II and the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Yellow Jackets.
West Virginia State University is located in Institute, WV (a medium-sized suburb). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by West Virginia State University is the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, security and law enforcement, and liberal arts.
West Virginia State University does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 340. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 330 and 450.
West Virginia State University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 3,218 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
A lot of students at West Virginia State University attend part-time. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
West Virginia State University is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
More complete details are provided below.
West Virginia State University
Rte 25
Institute, WV 25112-1000
General Phone: (304) 766-3000
http://www.wvstateu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 125 | general studies, English, economics, history, political science, sociology |
| Education and Teaching | 74 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching |
| Business and Management | 70 | business management, accounting |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 42 | criminal justice and safety |
| Media | 40 | communication studies, mass communication |
| Therapy and Counseling | 31 | psychology |
| Science | 24 | biology, biotechnology, chemistry |
| Family and Social Work | 20 | social work |
| Medicine | 13 | health professions |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 6 | parks and recreation management |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 0 | computer science |
Number of programs and degrees for West Virginia State University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 442 | 20 |
| Master's degree | 9 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 1 | 1 |
West Virginia State University is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, West Virginia State University had a total enrollment of 3,218 students (2,526 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | 95% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 53 % |
| Part-Time | 39 % |
West Virginia State University offers campus housing for 568 of its 2,526 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Dunbar, 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 | 1,719 | 972 | 57% | 391 | 40% |
| Men | 825 | 467 | 57% | 203 | 43% |
| Women | 894 | 505 | 56% | 188 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 340 | 430 |
| SAT Math | 330 | 450 |
| SAT Writing | 330 | 385 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 21 |
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 | 12% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 75% |
| 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 | $ 4,058 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,980 |
| Room and board | $ 5,739 |
| Room charge | $ 5,739 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,170 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,125 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,270 |
Financial Aid:
West Virginia State University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 382600)
West Virginia State University has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $42,035 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 6 | $48,391 |
*: 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 | 14 | $63,768 | 12 | $60,308 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 22 | $56,974 | 14 | $57,011 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 30 | $48,663 | 13 | $45,614 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $34,749 | 7 | $42,072 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 72 | $52,980 | 46 | $52,377 |
*: 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 | 85 | 49 | 134 |
| Football | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| Basketball | 11 | 12 | 23 |
| Track | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 36 | 41 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets West Virginia State University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | 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 On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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