Davis & Elkins College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Davis & Elkins College is a private university in Elkins, West Virginia, enrolling about 661 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 94.33% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,411 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $31,820
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,273 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 94.33% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 661 98.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.29%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 47.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 57.5%
- Average SAT Score: 985
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 777
- Applicants (IPEDS): 929
- Room & Board: $10,825 annual estimate
Davis & Elkins College: what the data shows
Common questions about Davis & Elkins College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Davis & Elkins College?
Davis & Elkins College is located in Elkins, WV (ZIP 26241-3996).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Davis & Elkins College public or private?
Davis & Elkins College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Davis & Elkins College cost?
Published tuition: $31,820.
Average net price after aid: $18,273.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,999 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,005 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,690 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,465 |
| $110,001+ | $22,496 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $127,280.
How hard is it to get into Davis & Elkins College?
Admission rate: 94.33%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 985.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Davis & Elkins College?
Total enrollment: 661 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 777 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Davis & Elkins College?
150%-time completion rate: 39.29%.
First-year retention: 65.2%.
What do graduates of Davis & Elkins College earn?
Median earnings: $38,495 six years after entry; $43,411 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
43.34% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Davis & Elkins College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (36 completions)
- Criminology (13 completions)
- Psychology, General (12 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (8 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (8 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (7 completions)
- Chemistry, General (6 completions)
- Finance, General (6 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (5 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (5 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Davis & Elkins College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 94.33%; completion rate 39.29%; median earnings $43,411 at 10 years; net price $18,273. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$31,820
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Davis & Elkins College was $31,820.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,273
2024 Value
In 2024 Davis & Elkins College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,273.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,092 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,273 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$127,280 4-Year Tuition
$10,825 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,578 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$44,223 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$176,892 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Davis & Elkins College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
43.34% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
63.10% 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 Davis & Elkins College 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 Davis & Elkins College 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 | $24,992 | $24,992 | $16,575 |
| 2014 | $27,492 | $27,492 | $16,854 |
| 2015 | $27,492 | $27,492 | $20,067 |
| 2016 | $28,842 | $28,842 | $17,814 |
| 2017 | $28,992 | $28,992 | $16,843 |
| 2018 | $29,590 | $29,590 | $17,405 |
| 2019 | $29,630 | $29,630 | $17,388 |
| 2020 | $29,960 | $29,960 | $18,230 |
| 2021 | $29,960 | $29,960 | $17,947 |
| 2022 | $30,680 | $30,680 | $20,031 |
| 2023 | $31,270 | $31,270 | $19,428 |
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
94.33% Acceptance Rate
929 Total Applicants
541 Students Admitted
237 First-Time Students Enrolled
43.81% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 985
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
Davis & Elkins College reported total enrollment of about 661 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (59.9%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (9.5%). About 43.34% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Davis & Elkins College in 2024 is 661 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 777 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.2%
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 59.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.30% 100% Completion Time
39.29% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.30% of students graduating from Davis & Elkins College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 3% male / 97% female
- Criminology: 38% male / 62% female
- Psychology, General: 8% male / 92% 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 Davis & Elkins College.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$43,411 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
62.20% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
493.92% Return on Investment
6.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Davis & Elkins College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 30 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 36 completions
2. Criminology: 13 completions
3. Psychology, General: 12 completions
4. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 8 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 8 completions
6. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 7 completions
7. Chemistry, General: 6 completions
8. Finance, General: 6 completions
9. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 5 completions
Most popular programs at Davis & Elkins College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Davis & Elkins College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Davis & Elkins College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 57.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,987
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,030
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Davis & Elkins College is a private non-profit institution located in Elkins, WV, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminology, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 661 students. Student body composition includes White (59.9%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%), Race/ethnicity unknown (9.5%). The admission rate is 94.33%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 985. The 150%-time completion rate is 39.29%. Approximately 43.34% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Elkins, WV 26241-3996
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.29% graduation rate at Davis & Elkins College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Davis & Elkins College located?
Davis & Elkins College is located in Elkins, WV.
What is Davis & Elkins College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Davis & Elkins College is 94.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 929 applicants and 541 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Davis & Elkins College cost?
Reported tuition is $31,820 and average net price is $18,273 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,825 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Davis & Elkins College?
Davis & Elkins College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 777 students, White (59.9%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Davis & Elkins College?
About 47.8% of students at Davis & Elkins College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Davis & Elkins College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Davis & Elkins College reports midpoint SAT about 985.
What do graduates of Davis & Elkins College earn?
Median earnings are $38,495 six years after entry and $43,411 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Davis & Elkins College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Davis & Elkins College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Davis & Elkins College public or private?
Davis & Elkins College is a private nonprofit institution located in Elkins, WV.
Is Davis & Elkins College an HBCU?
No. Davis & Elkins College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Davis & Elkins College a tribal college?
No. Davis & Elkins College 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.