Bluefield, VA

Bluefield University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Bluefield University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Bluefield, VA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Bluefield University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

59% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 1,386 applied, 822 accepted, and 152 enrolled in Bluefield.
112 men and 40 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $26,770 for undergraduate programs and $9,540 for graduate programs.
Tuition has decreased by 9.85% compared to last year at Bluefield University.

Financial Aid

591 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $16,327.
For freshmen, 141 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $19,288.

Student Population

A total of 959 students enrolled Bluefield in 2025.
By gender, 459 men and 500 women students are enrolled.
There are 627 undergraduate and 332 graduate students.

67 Major Programs

  • 19 programs through online
  • 14 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Bluefield is 18% and the transfer-out rate is 31%.
The retention rate is 61% for full-time and 61% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
18%
Transfer-out Rate
31%
Retention Rate
61%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 110 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Bluefield and the average faculty salary is $50,452. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 199 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $49,098.
Number of Faculties
110
Average Faculty Salary
$50,452
Number of Staffs
199
Average Staff Salary
$49,098

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Placement services
  • Libraries