Mountain State College (Closed 2025)

  • Founded in 1888, Mountain State College is committed to the educational and personal enrichment of each student. In today�s competitive job market, an education is an investment in your future. It gives you the opportunity to have a career in a field that you enjoy.

School Highlights

Mountain State College served 20 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 2:1 was lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 22%.

School Overview

Mountain State College
(WV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
9 staff
30 staff

Student Body

Total Enrollment
20 students
809 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
20 students
414 students
# Part-Time Students
1 students
395 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
44 students
186 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
20 students
414 students
% Asian
1%
1%
% Black
14%
9%
% White
58%
78%
% Hawaiian
27%
1%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
100%
51%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$16,500
$25,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

In-State Tuition Fees
$8,215
$3,640
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,215
$8,321
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,253
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$12,167
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
75%
97%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Founded in 1888, Mountain State College is committed to the educational and personal enrichment of each student. In today�s competitive job market, an education is an investment in your future. It gives you the opportunity to have a career in a field that you enjoy. At Mountain State College, we offer career programs, taught by professionals. We can help you build the future you deserve. Mountain State College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). ACICS is designated as a nationally-recognized accrediting agency by the US Department of Education. Mountain State College is also approved for training of veterans.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mountain State College cost?
Mountain State College's tuition is approximately $8,215 for In-State students and $8,215 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mountain State College?
The acceptance rate of Mountain State College is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 97%.

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Did You Know?

For West Virginia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,640 per year for in-state students and $8,321 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $12,270 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in West Virginia is 72%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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