College statistics
- Address:
- 316 Washington Ave
Wheeling, WV
26003 - Sector Group:
- Private Not-for-Profit 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- www.wheeling.edu/
- Setting:
- City
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $29,090
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $29,090
- Room and Board:
- $12,470
- Acceptance Rate:
- 75.2%
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $4,601,377
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Opportunity Colleges and Universities – Higher Access, Higher Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Wheeling University is a small, private institution located in Wheeling, West Virginia, with a focus on professional and business education. Serving 748 students, the university emphasizes undergraduate and graduate study in business, management, marketing, and related fields. The university sits in the city's historic downtown area, accessible to students seeking a compact, focused academic environment.
Tuition is $29,090 annually for both in-state and out-of-state students, with a total cost of attendance of $41,560 when room and board are included. The university admits 75% of applicants, making admissions accessible to a broad range of students. Many students receive financial aid that reduces their actual out-of-pocket costs below the published rate.
Wheeling University is classified as a professions-focused institution and identified as an Opportunity College—one that supports higher access and generates higher earnings for graduates. The university suits students seeking a smaller-scale, career-oriented education with strong connections to business and professional programs. For more information, visit www.wheeling.edu/.