West Liberty University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
West Liberty University is a public research university in West Liberty, West Virginia, enrolling about 1,511 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 97.27% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,296 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,893
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,366 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 97.27% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,511 96.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 59.53%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 35.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 5.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 64.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1045
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,112
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,077
- Room & Board: $12,728 annual estimate
West Liberty University: what the data shows
Common questions about West Liberty University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is West Liberty University?
West Liberty University is located in West Liberty, WV (ZIP 26074).
Is West Liberty University public or private?
West Liberty University is a Public institution.
How much does West Liberty University cost?
Published tuition: $8,893 in-state, $17,442 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $15,366.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,714 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,460 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,087 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,362 |
| $110,001+ | $18,566 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $35,572.
How hard is it to get into West Liberty University?
Admission rate: 97.27%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1045 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is West Liberty University?
Total enrollment: 1,511 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,112 students.
Graduate enrollment: 365 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at West Liberty University?
150%-time completion rate: 59.53%.
First-year retention: 68.9%.
What do graduates of West Liberty University earn?
Median earnings: $36,822 six years after entry; $43,296 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
31.88% of students receive Pell grants.
What is West Liberty University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (95 completions)
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist (63 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (51 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (36 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (32 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (26 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (26 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (24 completions)
- Communication Sciences and Disorders, General (20 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (19 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is West Liberty University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 97.27%; completion rate 59.53%; median earnings $43,296 at 10 years; net price $15,366. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,893
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at West Liberty University was $8,893.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,366
2024 Value
In 2024 West Liberty University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,366.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,464 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,366 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$35,572 4-Year In-State Tuition
$69,768 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,728 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,230 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,851 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$91,404 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for West Liberty University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.88% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
43.93% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at West Liberty University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for West Liberty University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,226 | $13,540 | $11,490 |
| 2014 | $6,415 | $13,540 | $12,100 |
| 2015 | $6,702 | $14,112 | $12,222 |
| 2016 | $7,038 | $14,394 | $13,962 |
| 2017 | $7,380 | $15,020 | $13,339 |
| 2018 | $7,680 | $15,620 | $12,876 |
| 2019 | $7,990 | $15,930 | $13,793 |
| 2020 | $8,150 | $16,090 | $14,911 |
| 2021 | $8,345 | $16,294 | $15,225 |
| 2022 | $8,716 | $17,100 | $15,499 |
| 2023 | $8,732 | $17,116 | $16,295 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
97.27% Acceptance Rate
2,077 Total Applicants
1,498 Students Admitted
419 First-Time Students Enrolled
27.97% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1045
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
West Liberty University reported total enrollment of about 1,511 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (81.5%), Two or More Races (6.9%), and Black or African American (5.3%). About 31.88% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at West Liberty University in 2024 is 1,511 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,112 students. Graduate enrollment is about 365 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
68.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 81.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
42.52% 100% Completion Time
59.53% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 42.52% of students graduating from West Liberty University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 57% male / 43% female
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist: 0% male / 100% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 27% male / 73% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for West Liberty University.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$43,296 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
53.70% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
604.41% Return on Investment
5.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for West Liberty University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 36 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 95 completions
2. Dental Hygiene/Hygienist: 63 completions
3. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 51 completions
4. Physician Associate/Assistant: 36 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 32 completions
6. Secondary Education and Teaching: 26 completions
7. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 26 completions
8. Elementary Education and Teaching: 24 completions
9. Communication Sciences and Disorders, General: 20 completions
Most popular programs at West Liberty University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for West Liberty University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for West Liberty University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 64.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,150
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,232
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
West Liberty University is a public institution located in West Liberty, WV, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,511 students. Student body composition includes White (81.5%), Two or More Races (6.9%), Black or African American (5.3%). The admission rate is 97.27%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1045. The 150%-time completion rate is 59.53%. Approximately 31.88% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
West Liberty, WV 26074
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
West Liberty University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Liberty University located?
West Liberty University is located in West Liberty, WV.
What is West Liberty University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at West Liberty University is 97.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,077 applicants and 1,498 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does West Liberty University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,893 and average net price is $15,366 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,728 annually.
What is the student body demographics at West Liberty University?
West Liberty University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,112 students, White (81.5%), Two or More Races (6.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend West Liberty University?
About 35.6% of students at West Liberty University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for West Liberty University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, West Liberty University reports midpoint SAT about 1045 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of West Liberty University earn?
Median earnings are $36,822 six years after entry and $43,296 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at West Liberty University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 59.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do West Liberty University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is West Liberty University public or private?
West Liberty University is a public institution located in West Liberty, WV.
Is West Liberty University an HBCU?
No. West Liberty University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is West Liberty University a tribal college?
No. West Liberty University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- West Virginia college costs
- West Virginia colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in West Virginia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.