Description

Located in Beckley, West Virginia, Mountain State University has additional campuses throughout the state. In addition to a naturally beautiful setting, the Beckley campus provides opportunities to meet a variety of educational goals with a particular focus on Healthcare, Business and Technical careers.

Through its Arts and Sciences department, students may earn a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Liberal Studies, Psychology, Religious Studies and Theatre Performance, among others.

Professional degrees make up the largest number of programs at Beckley. Through associate’s and bachelor’s degrees, the professional programs help prepare students for careers in such fields as Fire Science, Forensic Investigation, Graphic Design, Occupational Therapy Assisting and Radiologic Technology.

Students at Mountain State have the added benefit of internship opportunities. Since Beckley is Southwestern Virginia’s primary source of medical care and other industries, it is an ideal place to gain professional experience in healthcare and other fields.

Located near some of the nation’s most stunning national parks, the Beckley location is enriching in other ways as well.

Campus social events are another way for Beckley students to enjoy their college experience outside of class.

Mountain State has a rolling admissions policy so that students may apply throughout the year and get notified of their acceptance within weeks of applying.

Financial aid is awarded to eligible students through a variety of sources including veteran’s and military benefits, grants for adult students, and loans.

Quick Facts

Location

Mid-Atlantic

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Private

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$6,900

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,900

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

5,138

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
4,378
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
5,138

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
85%
Graduate
15%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
74%
Part-Time
26%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
56%
Out-of-State
44%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
15%
Asian
1%
Caucasian
65%
Latino
2%
Other
17%

Students State Origin

West Virginia
56%
Maryland
8%
Virginia
5%
Ohio
1%
Pennsylvania
1%
Other
29%

International Students

International
4%
Domestic
96%