by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a WVSU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how WVSU measures up.
WVSU is ranked #1,187 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within West Virginia, it ranks #16 of 36 for value.
Among the majors WVSU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | #47 of 264 |
| General Studies | #50 of 243 |
| Secondary Education | #89 of 404 |
| Teacher Education | #89 of 404 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #102 of 425 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #110 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts | #110 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | #110 of 473 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #114 of 783 |
| Health & Physical Education | #121 of 757 |
Below is the detailed WVSU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
West Virginia State University is ranked #20 out of #36 in West Virginia for quality and #16 out of #36 for West Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the WVSU financial aid page to be sure.
West Virginia State University is ranked #1,187 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, West Virginia State University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at WVSU costs about $12,746. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $50,983 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $19,596 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,139 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $12,746 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $50,983 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about WVSU net price and the factors that affect it.
What WVSU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a WVSU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $78,384 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,983 | #1,187 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $44,556 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $78,384 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,983 | #16 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $44,556 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at WVSU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,962 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,652 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,283 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,633 |
About 81% of WVSU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,186 per year. Get more details on the WVSU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average WVSU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.