C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
29/100 · earnings-weighted

Glenville State University

4-Year Public
📍 Glenville, West Virginia 26351
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 35%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
C
54/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,633
Total Enrollment
35%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$16,745
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Glenville State University ▼

6% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$123,420
Avg Monthly Rent
$792
1-Year Change
+4.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Glenville State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$39,315
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,917
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
33.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
39.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 64% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 18th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WV wage index 0.71). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Glenville State University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Security Science and Technology$38,237$48,388-16%#42 of 45#28$29,750
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy$42,490$46,610-17%#27 of 29#17$24,125
Business Administration, Management and Operations$30,916$44,589-35%#1154 of 1176#1064$24,154
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$25,138$44,474-18%#554 of 610#369$26,750
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$41,256$44,090-7%#527 of 680#216$21,500
Social Sciences—$38,539-32%#34 of 35#30$24,250
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$24,636$37,281-30%#469 of 476#422$19,824

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Glenville State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $123,420
  • Avg rent near campus: $792/mo — vs ~$682/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 26430 (6.2% cap, Glenville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,352 $10,080
Room $6,134
Board $5,350
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,484 $27,212

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
$16,745
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,878
$30,001 - $48,000$13,426
$48,001 - $75,000$16,460
$75,001 - $110,000$20,348
$110,001+$20,355

Student Demographics

1,633
Total Students
50%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)
6%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 2%
Black 10%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 80%
Off-Campus (Renters) 6%
With Family 14%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~96 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 48%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Glenville State University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Glenville State University?
Tuition at Glenville State University is $8,352 for in-state students and $10,080 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $16,745.
What is the graduation rate at Glenville State University?
The graduation rate at Glenville State University is 35%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Glenville State University a good school?
Glenville State University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Glenville State University?
Glenville State University has a total enrollment of 1,633 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Glenville State University?
Yes! Approximately 6% of students at Glenville State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 96 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology