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West Virginia Wesleyan College

Private nonprofit Buckhannon, WV · Town · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
53%
Graduation Rate
$51,593
Earnings (10yr)
$18,083
Net Price
93%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of just 954 students, West Virginia Wesleyan College is a tight-knit community where personalized attention is the norm. This school is particularly appealing to those studying Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Criminal Justice, Physical Sciences, and Education. The high acceptance rate of 93% means that many students can find a home here, especially those who thrive in a supportive environment where they can develop both personally and academically.

Looking at life after graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $51,593 after ten years in the workforce. That number reflects the value of a degree from West Virginia Wesleyan, especially considering the affordability factor. With 38% of students receiving Pell Grants, the college is accessible to many, creating opportunities for those who might otherwise struggle to afford higher education.

When it comes to finances, the net price after aid sits at $18,083, which is quite manageable for many families. However, students should be aware of the median debt of $27,000 they might carry upon graduation. Those who tend to thrive here are often motivated individuals seeking a balance of academic rigor and community support, ready to embrace the opportunities that come with a Wesleyan education.

Rankings

How West Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation53%Earnings 10yr$52KNet Price$18KRetention67%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$15K$30-48K$15K$48-75K$24K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%665.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%885.3%MOBILITY58.93%

Cost & Financial Aid

$34,090
In-State Tuition
$34,090
Out-of-State
$18,083
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
65%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,611
Family Income $0–$30K
$14,807
Family Income $30K–$48K
$14,848
Family Income $48K–$75K
$24,004
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$42,672
6 Years After Entry
$46,774
8 Years
$51,593
10 Years
0.52x
Debt-to-Earnings
59%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$42,672 6yr $46,774 8yr $51,593 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

58.93%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
885.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
665.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$86,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.58
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
9.8%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 93%
Retention Rate 67%
SAT Average 1052
ACT Midpoint 21
SAT Range 892–1160
ACT Range 16–23
Full-Time Faculty 62%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,450
Diversity Index 0.53
First-Gen Students 30%

Top Programs

Health Professions 23%
Business & Marketing 13%
Criminal Justice 10%
Physical Sciences 8%
Education 7%
Psychology 6%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%