West Liberty University

P.o. Box 295 -- Us Route 88 North, West liberty, WV 26074 - View Map View Map

School Notes Overview:

    Located in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, West Liberty University is a four-year traditional college offering a variety of programs. West Liberty is an excellent choice for a safe, challenging academic environment with attention to individual student needs.

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School Overview:

West Liberty University
County Ohio County, WV
Title IV Eligible Yes
Carnegie Classification Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges II
Institution Level 4 or more years
Institution Control Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,071 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 334 students
Full-Time Graduate 30 students
Part-Time Graduate 5 students
 
Total Enrollment 2,440 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 1,133 students
Tuition Full Time In-state $
Tuition Notes Semester Charges
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 91%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 47%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,054
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 27%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $3,161
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 39%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $2,569
% Students Receiving Loans 70%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $5,232

School Notes:

  • West Liberty State College, a forward-looking four-year public college, provides students with a variety of contemporary degree programs. WLU enjoys productive partnerships with area businesses, public schools, higher education institutions, and government. The College is a vigorous competitor for top quality students and external financial support. Known for being highly effective at meeting student needs, the University cooperates with the West Virginia University System providing well-prepared graduate students. A collaborative agreement includes preliminary graduate course work on the WLSC campus.
  • West Liberty's primary function is to offer appropriate undergraduate educational programs. The principal curriculums are teacher education, liberal arts, fine arts, sciences, business, professional, pre-professional, and technical programs. Besides offering the regular educational program, the college strives to assume leadership in promoting community development. T
  • WLU is customer-driven and vision-oriented. It offers students the opportunity to achieve their educational and personal goals through strong academic and social programs, cultural activities, professional services, and athletic events. Students are recognized and respected as individuals and enjoy a friendly and fun atmosphere in which to live and learn.
  • West Liberty is now proud to annouce they offer a Masters of Arts in Education Degree with three specializations. * MULTI-CATEGORICAL SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM EMPHASIS(MC SPED) Permits teachers, with an existing certification and sufficient content in English, reading, mathematics, science, or social studies, to acquire an additional endorsement. Candidates must fulfill all requirements set by the WVDE to be recommended for licensure. * ADVANCED TEACHING PROGRAM EMPHASIS (ADV TEACH) Is designed to help the candidate examine and enhance professional practice, set personal and professional goals, and prepare to undertake the National Board Certification process. * TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION PROGRAM EMPHASIS (TECH) Prepares teachers to assume the role of a techology integration specialist at the building, district, or area level. School-based assignments and experiences are an integral part of this area of emphasis.
  • Profile last updated: 10/01/2009.

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