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Bluefield University

Bluefield, VA · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Admission rate
59%
Accessible
Average net price
$18,402
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
26%
Median earnings
$52,571
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Bluefield University is a private nonprofit college in Bluefield, VA with 614 undergraduates. It admits 59% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $18,402 per year ($18,103 for families earning under $30,000). 26% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,571 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
59%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,057
Fall 2023
Admitted
663
Fall 2023
Yield
27%
of admitted students enrolled

What Bluefield University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$39,316
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$26,770

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,103
  • $30–48k$18,527
  • $48–75k$18,280
  • $75–110k$18,527
  • $110k+$18,617

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
26%
Freshman retention
62%
Median earnings
$52,571
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,814
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
614
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
51%
  • White58%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black23%
  • Asian1%

Bluefield University FAQ

What is Bluefield University's acceptance rate?+

Bluefield University admits 59% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Bluefield University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Bluefield University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,057 students applied to Bluefield University and 663 were admitted; 180 enrolled.

Does Bluefield University consider legacy status?+

No. Bluefield University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Bluefield University require an essay?+

Bluefield University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Bluefield University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $39,316 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,402.

What is Bluefield University's graduation rate?+

26% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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