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Best Colleges in West Virginia

All 36 colleges in West Virginia, ranked by overall quality and led by Catholic International University, West Virginia University and American Public University System. 21 public, 15 private. median out-of-state tuition $14,798. lowest in-state tuition $4,612 at West Virginia University at Parkersburg. Each school below shows its acceptance rate, tuition and average SAT.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best college in West Virginia?

Based on our overall rankings, Catholic International University is the top-ranked college in West Virginia. Other strong choices include West Virginia University, American Public University System, Appalachian Bible College.

How many colleges are in West Virginia?

We track 36 four-year colleges in West Virginia, including 21 public institutions and 15 private ones.

How much does college cost in West Virginia?

The average out-of-state tuition across colleges we track in West Virginia is approximately $14,798 per year. In-state students at public schools typically pay significantly less, and most schools offer financial aid that reduces the effective cost.

What are the best public colleges in West Virginia?

The best public colleges in West Virginia include West Virginia University, West Liberty University, Shepherd University. Public universities typically offer lower tuition for in-state residents.

What are the best private colleges in West Virginia?

The best private colleges in West Virginia include Catholic International University, American Public University System, Appalachian Bible College. Private colleges may offer more generous financial aid despite higher sticker prices.

How are these West Virginia rankings determined?

Our overall rankings are calculated independently from publicly available data including U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS, and aggregated student-experience signals — not from US News or any other publication.

By major in West Virginia

  1. 1. Catholic International University — Charles Town, WV · $10,080 tuition · 100% grad rate
  2. 2. West Virginia University — Morgantown, WV · 89% acceptance · SAT 1,122 · $28,608 tuition · 65% grad rate
  3. 3. American Public University System — Charles Town, WV · $8,400 tuition · 57% grad rate
  4. 4. Appalachian Bible College — Mount Hope, WV · 77.8% acceptance · SAT 1,039 · $18,760 tuition · 71% grad rate
  5. 5. University of Charleston — Charleston, WV · 61.5% acceptance · $33,800 tuition · 46% grad rate
  6. 6. West Virginia Wesleyan College — Buckhannon, WV · 93.3% acceptance · SAT 1,052 · $34,090 tuition · 57% grad rate
  7. 7. West Virginia Junior College-Charleston — Cross Lanes, WV · $14,798 tuition · 69% grad rate
  8. 8. West Liberty University — West Liberty, WV · 97.3% acceptance · SAT 1,045 · $17,442 tuition · 60% grad rate
  9. 9. Shepherd University — Shepherdstown, WV · 96.8% acceptance · SAT 1,034 · $19,082 tuition · 51% grad rate
  10. 10. Marshall University — Huntington, WV · 95.7% acceptance · SAT 1,061 · $20,342 tuition · 51% grad rate
  11. 11. Fairmont State University — Fairmont, WV · 98.6% acceptance · SAT 996 · $18,924 tuition · 44% grad rate
  12. 12. West Virginia University Institute of Technology — Beckley, WV · 36.7% acceptance · SAT 1,033 · $21,072 tuition · 33% grad rate
  13. 13. Bethany College — Bethany, WV · 58.8% acceptance · $36,765 tuition · 47% grad rate
  14. 14. West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport — Bridgeport, WV · $14,798 tuition · 52% grad rate
  15. 15. Concord University — Athens, WV · 92.6% acceptance · SAT 977 · $22,000 tuition · 39% grad rate
  16. 16. Blue Ridge Community and Technical College — Martinsburg, WV · $8,808 tuition · 32% grad rate
  17. 17. Potomac State College of West Virginia University — Keyser, WV · $13,200 tuition · 31% grad rate
  18. 18. Davis & Elkins College — Elkins, WV · 94.3% acceptance · $31,820 tuition · 39% grad rate
  19. 19. Wheeling University — Wheeling, WV · 63.2% acceptance · $29,875 tuition · 23% grad rate
  20. 20. West Virginia State University — Institute, WV · 96% acceptance · SAT 955 · $14,990 tuition · 39% grad rate
  21. 21. West Virginia University at Parkersburg — Parkersburg, WV · $9,124 tuition · 20% grad rate
  22. 22. Pierpont Community and Technical College — Fairmont, WV · $13,660 tuition · 42% grad rate
  23. 23. Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College — Moorefield, WV · $4,722 tuition · 42% grad rate
  24. 24. Glenville State University — Glenville, WV · $11,354 tuition · 34% grad rate
  25. 25. Bluefield State University — Bluefield, WV · 97.2% acceptance · SAT 989 · $18,376 tuition · 37% grad rate
  26. 26. West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown — Morgantown, WV · $14,798 tuition · 65% grad rate
  27. 27. New River Community and Technical College — Beaver, WV · $9,646 tuition · 36% grad rate
  28. 28. West Virginia Northern Community College — Wheeling, WV · $12,698 tuition · 33% grad rate
  29. 29. Strayer University-West Virginia — Scott Depot, WV · $13,920 tuition
  30. 30. BridgeValley Community & Technical College — South Charleston, WV · $12,428 tuition · 34% grad rate
  31. 31. Huntington Junior College — Huntington, WV · $10,050 tuition · 17% grad rate
  32. 32. Salem University — Salem, WV · $11,900 tuition · 20% grad rate
  33. 33. Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College — Logan, WV · $7,872 tuition · 29% grad rate
  34. 34. Mountwest Community and Technical College — Huntington, WV · $12,304 tuition · 19% grad rate
  35. 35. West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine — Lewisburg, WV
  36. 36. Future Generations University — Franklin, WV

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