WVSU students will tell you that there's a lot to love about their university - from the many opportunities to learn and grow ... to the faculty and staff who support them on their journey to a successful future.
Location - WVSU is located just a few miles from Charleston, the capitol of West Virginia, and within easy driving distance from major cities in five bordering states.
Size - With 3,514 students and a student faculty ratio of 17:1, students are able to learn in a comfortable, supportive environment, while experiencing the opportunities associated with a much larger university.
Campus - You'll love our campus, a beautiful setting with lots of green space and a great quad area for studying outside in the fresh air, or tossing around a football with newfound friends.
History - Founded in 1891 as a Historically Black College, WVSU has evolved to serve a population that is richly diverse in ethnicity, geography, residential/communter, high school graduates and adult learners.
Alumni - WVSU graduates can be found in positions of leadership and public service throughout West Virginia and the world.