Shepherdstown, WV · Institute, WV · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Shepherd University | West Virginia State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 95.6% | 96.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,642 | $9,049 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $19,082 | $14,623 |
| Average Net Price | $12,651 | $10,878 |
| Graduation Rate | 49.0% | 34.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Shepherd University accepts 95.6% of applicants; West Virginia State University accepts 96.4%. Tuition is close: $8,642 at Shepherd University, $9,049 at West Virginia State University. Shepherd University graduates 49% of students in 6 years. West Virginia State University graduates 34%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Shepherd University. It accepts 95.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
West Virginia State University, on average. After aid, students pay $10,878/year versus $12,651/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Shepherd University: 49% of students finish in 6 years. West Virginia State University is at 34%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.