2025 Most Expensive West Virginia Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 12 four-year West Virginia colleges is $20,871, reflecting a 2.06% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 12 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 8 colleges, while tuition decreased at 2 colleges.

Bethany College ranks as the most expensive West Virginia colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $36,102. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Bethany College remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Wheeling University at$29,875 and West Virginia University at$28,608 both consistently recognized among the West Virginia Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost West Virginia Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 84.94%, and the average SAT score is 1,004, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between West Virginia Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. West Virginia Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Bethany College Bethany, WVPrivate, 4-year $36,102
$1,976		$12,390
$765		58.79%640-47.00%12 to 1
2
-		Wheeling University Wheeling, WVPrivate, 4-year $29,875
$400		$6,260
$3,900		63.16%774-23.00%15 to 1
3
-		West Virginia University Morgantown, WVPublic, 4-year $28,608
($10,104)
$1,248		$29,538
($11,412)
$1,278		89.00%23,6431,11065.00%19 to 1
4
-		University of Charleston Charleston, WVPrivate, 4-year $22,617
$1,007		$17,729
$629		61.52%3,062-46.00%15 to 1
5
-		Concord University Athens, WVPublic, 4-year $22,000
($10,664)
$1,400		$11,370
($11,370)
$6,260		92.56%1,94395039.00%16 to 1
6
-		Marshall University Huntington, WVPublic, 4-year $20,342
($9,162)
$48		$22,192
($9,510)
$168		95.73%11,9581,04051.00%16 to 1
7
-		Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WVPublic, 4-year $19,082
($9,056)
-		$13,316
($9,410)
$140		96.78%3,3391,02551.00%17 to 1
8
-		Fairmont State University Fairmont, WVPublic, 4-year $18,924
($8,708)
$552		$21,486
($10,036)
$626		98.62%3,30597544.00%14 to 1
9
-		West Liberty University West Liberty, WVPublic, 4-year $17,442
($8,893)
$326		$15,000
($12,236)
$780		97.27%2,2991,00060.00%12 to 1
10
-		West Virginia State University Institute, WVPublic, 4-year $14,990
($9,570)
$229		$20,990
($9,590)
$557		95.96%3,24693039.00%13 to 1
Average$22,998
($9,451)		$17,027
($10,509)		84.94%5,4211,00446.50%15 to 1