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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.
774
Students
63%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
619
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?

63% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1000
Testing
Test Blind
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Early Decision
No

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

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Class Rank
  • •Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend Wheeling University.

$ 44,610
Overall list price
$ 21,073
Average net price
$ 31,760
Merit Price™
Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Wheeling University?

Urban
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.

15:1
Student to faculty ratio
16%
4-year grad rate
23%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Wheeling U are:

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

Demographics

Who attends Wheeling University?

37
States represented
26
Countries represented
Yes
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
774
Women
42%
Men
58%

Housing

What's it like living at Wheeling University?

$13,520
Room & Board
1.1
Housing units / student
76
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Wheeling University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $44,610 to attend Wheeling U.

How many people attend Wheeling University?

774 people attend Wheeling U. 619 are undergraduate students and 155 are graduate students.

Where is Wheeling University located?

Wheeling University is located in Wheeling, West Virginia. It is in an Urban environment.

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