by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at West Liberty University, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at West Liberty University amounted to $8,893 each year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $17,442. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
The fees portion of those totals totaled $16 in-state and $16 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,877 | $17,426 |
| Fees | $16 | $16 |
| Total | $8,893 | $17,442 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much would West Liberty University cost if you attend part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For some context, here is how West Liberty University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In WV | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Against the nationwide average, West Liberty University sits close to the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the West Liberty University Financial Aid page for more.
Below is how tuition at West Liberty University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,345 | $16,294 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,716 | $17,100 |
| One Year Ago | $8,716 | $17,100 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,877 | $17,426 |
This chart shows the way tuition at West Liberty University has trended over the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition climbed 1.9%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $17,774 for the coming year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 2.16%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $9,084. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 2.31%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $17,845.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $9,084 | $17,845 |
| In 2 Years | $9,280 | $18,258 |
| In 3 Years | $9,480 | $18,680 |
| In 4 Years | $9,684 | $19,112 |
| In 5 Years | $9,892 | $19,554 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $73,895, compared with about $37,528 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For details on financial aid availability at West Liberty University, head to the West Liberty University Financial Aid page.
