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 18:1.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 25%.

Top Rankings

Mountain State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

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

Student Body

Total Enrollment
20 students
860 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
20 students
384 students
# Part-Time Students
1 students
476 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
44 students
220 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
20 students
384 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
476 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
n/a
4%
% Black
14%
8%
% White
58%
75%
% Hawaiian
27%
4%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.42
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1%
54%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$16,500
$25,000

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%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,253
$9,753
Median Debt for Dropouts
$12,167
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
75%
97%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
460
ACT Composite
n/a
19
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
18
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%.
What is Mountain State College's ranking?
Mountain State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in West Virginia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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