West Liberty State College
http://www.westliberty.edu/Route 88, West Liberty, West Virginia 26074
(304) 336-5000
To provide students with an environment that enables them to acquire the knowledge, skills, competencies, ethics and values necessary to make a positive contribution to society and the business profession and to grow both professionally and personally. Strategic Goals Provide an educational experience that prepares students to think critically, communicate effectively and perform successfully in a dynamic, technological and globally diverse environment. Attract and retain qualified students. Ensure that classroom teaching and student advisement are conducted by qualified and prepared faculty. Provide a technological environment that expands utilization of information and interactive technologies. Develop and wisely utilize financial resources to ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | Rural: Fringe |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At West Liberty State College, 94.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 79.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $11,012), and 59% receive loans ($7,268 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,870. Off campus it is around $5,525. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending West Liberty State College is $9,802 per year. |
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| Yearly Tuition | |
| Tuition Undergrad in State | $4,880 |
| Tuition Undergrad Out of State | $11,950 |
| Tuition Graduate in State | $2,035 |
| Tuition Graduate Out of State | $2,530 |
| Living Costs | |
| Total Expense in State on Campus | $16,350 |
| Total Expense Out of State On Campus | $23,420 |
| Total Expense In State Off Campus | $15,455 |
| Total Expense in State off Campus With Family | $9,455 |
| Total Expense Out of State Off Campus | $22,525 |
| Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy | $16,525 |
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In Fall 2009, 1,773 people applied to West Liberty State College. Of the applicants, 79.0% were admitted (75.0% male & 81.0% female ) and 42.0% accepted (43.0% male and 41.0% female) Of the 2,603 undergraduate students at West Liberty State College, 12.0% are part-time. A majority (88.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 19.0% of the 48 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 66.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 66.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 33.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 19.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 44.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 36.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | 304.336.8076 |
| Admissions Office Email | webmaster@westliberty.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | Route 88, West Liberty, West Virginia 26074 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www.westliberty.edu/admissions/ |
| Admissions Website | http://www.westliberty.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.wvmentor.org/applications/wv_common_app/apply/west_liberty.html |
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In order to be accepted to West Liberty State College, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 390 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 490 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 380 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 490 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 350 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 470 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 18 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 23 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 17 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 23 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 16 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 22 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 15 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 15 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 82 | ||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 76 | ||||
| Information Resources Management/CIO Training | 6 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 11 | ||||
| Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 11 | ||||
| Education | 78 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 47 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 31 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 2 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 2 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 32 | 53 | |||
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 4 | ||||
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | 32 | 27 | |||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 22 | ||||
| History | 0 | ||||
| History, General | 0 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 28 | ||||
| General Studies | 28 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 1 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 12 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 12 | ||||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 14 | ||||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science | 14 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 4 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 4 | ||||
| Psychology | 16 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 16 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 25 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 25 | ||||
| Social sciences | 6 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 0 | ||||
| Social Sciences, General | 6 | ||||
| Sociology | 0 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 10 | ||||
| Graphic Design | 10 | ||||
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