by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 2,125 undergraduates in 2020, West Liberty University is a small, public university located in West Liberty, West Virginia. Students who enjoy the peace and quiet of country life may thrive in this rural setting. Should you tire of the campus however, West Liberty University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by West Liberty University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our West Liberty University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit West Liberty University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", West Liberty University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit West Liberty University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our West Liberty University for Veterans Guide.
West Liberty University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
West Liberty University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,125 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,767 (83.2%). Part-time attendance was 358 (16.8%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,767 | 358 | 2,125 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, West Liberty University is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank West Liberty University #2244 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at West Liberty University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the West Liberty University Diversity Guide.
West Liberty University has a total of 348 student athletes, 240 men and 108 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $3,398,339 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $3,252,980 |
| Net | $145,359 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to West Liberty University Athletics
