Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in West Virginia including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,462) | ✔ ($5,262) |
| 2 | Shepherd University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,074) | ✔ ($5,198) |
| 3 | West Virginia Wesleyan College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,082) | ✔ ($5,452) |
| 4 | Bethany College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (750) | ✔ ($6,210) |
| 5 | West Liberty University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,291) | ✔ |
| 6 | Marshall University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,042) | ✔ ($4,504) |
| 7 | Wheeling University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (829) | ✔ ($4,900) |
| 8 | Fairmont State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,050) | ✔ ($4,756) |
| 9 | Concord University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (902) | ✔ ($4,804) |
| 10 | University of Charleston | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (756) | ✔ ($4,600) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in West Virginia including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Shepherd University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | West Virginia Wesleyan College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Bethany College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | West Liberty University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Marshall University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | Wheeling University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Fairmont State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Concord University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 10 | University of Charleston | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in West Virginia. Among 10 best schools in West Virginia, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia University | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 2 | Shepherd University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 3 | West Virginia Wesleyan College | NAA, NCAA | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 4 | Bethany College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 5 | West Liberty University | NAA, NCAA | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 6 | Marshall University | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 7 | Wheeling University | NAA, NCAA | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 8 | Fairmont State University | NAA, NCAA | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 9 | Concord University | NAA, NCAA | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 10 | University of Charleston | NAA, NCAA | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | Mountain East Conference | 10 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in West Virginia including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | Shepherd University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | West Virginia Wesleyan College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | Bethany College | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | West Liberty University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Marshall University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 7 | Wheeling University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Fairmont State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Concord University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | University of Charleston | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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