Bluefield State University
Public, 4-year
219 Rock Street, Bluefield, WV 24701-2198
Quick Facts
1,231
Total Enrollment
87%
Acceptance Rate
35%
Graduation Rate
$35,030
Median Earnings (6yr)
$10,240
In-State Tuition
$12,529
Avg Net Price
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
998
Avg SAT Score
About Bluefield State University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| HBCU | Yes |
Location
| Address | 219 Rock Street |
| City | Bluefield, WV |
| ZIP Code | 24701-2198 |
| County | Mercer County |
President/Chief Administrator: Robin C. Capehart (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 1,231 |
Student Demographics
| Male | 40% |
| Female | 60% |
| White | 72% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 0% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 440 | 490 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 485 | 540 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 20 | 22 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| In-State Tuition | $10,240 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $17,560 |
Financial Aid
| Students Receiving Aid | 41% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,971 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $11,213 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $11,772 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $16,204 |
| $110,001+ | $15,428 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$35,030
6 Years After
$40,604
8 Years After
$38,217
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $19,205 | 75th percentile: $51,005
Earnings by Family Income Background
$30,928
Low Income
$40,372
Middle Income
$41,447
High Income
Student Outcomes
55%
Full-Time Retention
13%
Part-Time Retention
35%
Graduation Rate
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