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Wheeling University

Wheeling, WV

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Nestled in the scenic hills of the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, Wheeling University stands as a beacon of academic excellence and community spirit. This private, Catholic university blends tradition with an innovative approach to higher education.
938
Students
91%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
594
Classification
University
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Website
wheeling.edu
Wheeling University offers a supportive and engaging environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. With a broad array of undergraduate and graduate programs, the university is dedicated to fostering critical thinking, ethical leadership, and lifelong learning. Its small campus community provides personalized attention and meaningful connections between students and faculty. Additionally, the university's commitment to service and social justice encourages students to make a positive impact in the world. Whether you are seeking a challenging academic program or a close-knit community feel, Wheeling University provides an exceptional foundation for future success.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Wheeling University?

91% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1000
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Wheeling University considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Standardized Test Scores
  • •Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend Wheeling University.

$ 41,325
Overall list price
$ 19,164
Average net price
$ 28,475
Merit Price™
Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Wheeling University?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Very Cloudy
Average winter temp
34°
Average summer temp
70°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Wheeling University.

12:1
Student to faculty ratio
48%
4-year grad rate
58%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Wheeling U are:

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • Exercise Science and Kinesiology

Demographics

Who attends Wheeling University?

37
States represented
26
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
938
Women
45%
Men
55%

Housing

What's it like living at Wheeling University?

$11,700
Room & Board
0.9
Housing units / student
76
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Wheeling University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $41,325 to attend Wheeling U.

How many people attend Wheeling University?

938 people attend Wheeling U. 594 are undergraduate students and 344 are graduate students.

Where is Wheeling University located?

Wheeling University is located in Wheeling, West Virginia. It is in a Suburb environment.

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