WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN COLLEGE

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West Virginia Wesleyan College

School Overview

West Virginia Wesleyan College has a United Methodist religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in Buckhannon, WV). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

59 College Ave
Buckhannon, WV 26201-2994
Main Phone: (304) 473-8000
Web Site: www.wvwc.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,568 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.6% of students attend full-time, while 0.4% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 218 male students and 284 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 43.4% of the student body, while females made up 56.6%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (4)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 83.5% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 470. One quarter of students scored at least 570.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 460 or higher. One fourth of students scored 580 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering

Engineering Physics

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Home Economics

Nutrition

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

General Psychology

Sales And Marketing

Apparel Marketing

Theology And Religious Vocations

Religious Education

School Accreditation

West Virginia Wesleyan College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

West Virginia Wesleyan College is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

West Virginia Wesleyan College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 27,870
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 22,550
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 27,870

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.
Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is recommended for international students.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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