West Virginia University vs Marshall University vs Fairmont State University
This page compares West Virginia University, Marshall University, and Fairmont State University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in West Virginia. West Virginia University has the largest enrollment (17,385). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at West Virginia University ($55,939). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | West Virginia University | Marshall University | Fairmont State University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $10,104 | $9,162 | $8,708 |
| Average net price | $15,634 | $7,502 | $9,032 |
| Median student debt | $22,500 | $23,250 | $21,000 |
| Enrollment | 17,385 | 7,266 | 2,590 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 64.7% | 51.2% | 44.2% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $45,181 | $39,561 | $41,197 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $55,939 | $46,354 | $46,857 |
| Admission rate | 89.0% | 95.7% | 98.6% |
| Average SAT score | 1,122 | 1,061 | 996 |