West Liberty University is a public 4-year college in West Liberty, West Virginia with 1,511 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants, costs an average of $8,988 a year after grants and graduates 52% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
West Liberty University acceptance rate and admissions
West Liberty University admitted 97% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 470 to 580, math 420 to 543). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
West Liberty University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $8,890 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,442 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,728 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,835 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $8,988 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $8,988 a year after grants and scholarships, $17,847 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run West Liberty University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
West Liberty University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,503 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,717 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 46% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
West Liberty University majors and what graduates earn
West Liberty University awarded bachelor's degrees in 29 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($82,117).
All 29 majors at West Liberty University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at West Liberty University
11 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 11 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 56 | $61,139 | $23,137 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 36 | $106,597 | $108,704 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 7 | $48,648 | $18,000 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Dental hygiene and assisting | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at West Liberty University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 32 | $54,342 | $60,812 | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,511 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 61% women, 39% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at West Liberty University?
West Liberty University admitted 97% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does West Liberty University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $8,890 for in-state students and $17,442 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $8,988 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for West Liberty University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 470 to 580 in reading and writing and 420 to 543 in math, and 18 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is West Liberty University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, West Liberty University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at West Liberty University?
52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do West Liberty University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,503 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.