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West Liberty University
West Liberty,
WV
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate74%
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About West Liberty University
Located in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, WLU is a very unique, very affordable, option for students. The tri-state area positions WLU approximately 1hr from Pittsburgh, PA and 2hrs from Columbus, OH. Enrollment is around 2,500 with an Average Class Size of 25 and a Student-Faculty Ratio of 15:1. WLU offers 70+ undergraduate degrees and has a reputation for practicum-based learning. WLU is one of the 'Top 100 Most Affordable Universities in the US' with $6+ million in annual scholarships as well as metro tuition rates for neighboring counties in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Additionally, WLU offers vibrant student life opportunities in addition to 20 NCAA DII athletic teams in the Mountain East Conference.
West Liberty University is a public, state university in the rural area of West Liberty, West Virginia. West Liberty University was founded in 1837. The university enrolls around 2,315 students a year, including 1,919 undergrads.
West Liberty University Acceptance Rate
It is not difficult to get into West Liberty University. West Liberty University admitted 74% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 1,706 applications received in 2022, 1,264 students were offered admission.
| West Liberty University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 74% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.3 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 57.04% |
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West Liberty University is located in West Liberty, West Virginia,.
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College Info
West Liberty University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to West Liberty University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
West Liberty University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
920 - 1140
Math SAT Range
428 - 550
Reading SAT Range
460 - 580
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1140 and Above
Good
920 to 1140
Avg
920 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for West Liberty University students is 1037. Applicants with SAT scores of 1140 and above have a good chance of being admitted to West Liberty University, while applicants with SAT scores between 920 to 1140 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 920 have a low chance of being offered a spot at West Liberty University.
West Liberty University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$15,016
In State$23,400
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$8,716
$17,100
Fees
$400
$400
Housing
$5,900
$5,900
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at West Liberty University is like? There are approximately 2,315 students enrolled at West Liberty University, including 1,919 undergraduate students and 396 graduate students. 82% percent of students attend school full-time, 69% percent are from WV and 31% percent of students are from other states.
82%
Full Time18%
Part Time69%
In State31%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,315
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
74%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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