Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.Glenville State College provides a tradition of high quality education through innovation in the design, delivery, and evaluation of programs and services, workforce development, and comprehensive student services; a community of active learners dedicated to lifelong learning, effective teaching, applied scholarship, creative activities, and service; leadership that promotes excellence in learning, teaching, cultural vitality, and economic development in a global community.
School Overview: | Glenville State College | |
| County | Gilmer County, WV | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--General | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Public | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 83 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 1,893 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,234 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 659 students | 137 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 3% |
| % Black | 11% | 6% |
| % White | 86% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $5,860 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $13,824 | $24,744 |
| Percent Admitted | 84% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 350-450 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 370-460 | 460-573 |
| ACT English (25-75%) | 15-21 | 19-25 |
| ACT Math (25-75%) | 16-20 | 18-25 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 16-21 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- Glenville State College was established in 1872 for the purpose of providing quality educational opportunities to the citizens of West Virginia. Originally founded as a teacher’s college, Glenville State College remains a leader in preparing teachers. Along with its emphasis on teacher preparation, the College has responded to the needs of West Virginia and has developed additional programs in a variety of areas. The College is committed to six core values student-centered, community, integrity, tradition, leadership and family.
- Glenville State College offers more than more than 30 degree programs, minors available in many major fields, having Student to faculty ratio of 19:1 and Average class size of 18.
- Glenville State College is a small college located in the mountains of Central West Virginia. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Wild, Wonderful West Virginia as well as a caring rural community, our students have access to an abundance of unique outdoor and cultural opportunities. We are proud of our rich tradition of providing high quality educational opportunities and the value of education for creating futures.
- Glenville State College is accredited by the Commission of Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504, (800) 621-7440. GSC is also accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and is approved by the West Virginia Department of Education for teacher licensure.
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