PublicRuralGlenville State University
Glenville, West Virginia 26351-1292
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Glenville State University is a public rural institution in Glenville, West Virginia. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,315 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,358.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Pioneers and
History & Fun Facts
- •History Glenville State University was founded in 1872 as a branch of West Virginia Normal School.
- •By 1910, the college enrollment had exceeded the population of Glenville and grew into a full four-year college by 1931.
- •On February 22, 2022, legislators changed the name of the institution to Glenville State University.
Source: Wikipedia
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
65.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-3.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,123
Programs (24)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
63%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
6
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from WV state average