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Bluefield University

Bluefield, VA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town

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About Bluefield University

Bluefield University is a private Baptist university in Bluefield, Virginia. It offers 58 academic programs and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The 82-acre (330,000 m2) campus is about 150 ft (46 m) from the state line between Virginia and West Virginia. It is affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia. Bluefield University merged with Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine which is on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia.

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59%

Acceptance

$25,573

Net price

614

Enrollment

18%

Grad rate

Report Card

D

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

C+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C+

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

59%

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

Cost & Financial Aid

$25,573

Average net price

$26,770

In-state tuition

$26,770

Out-of-state tuition

$9,480

Room & board

$440

Books & supplies

$42,539

Total cost of attendance

51%

Students receiving Pell grants

71%

Students with federal loans

$21,855

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$25,807
$30–48K
$25,454
$48–75K
$25,732
$75–110K
$25,374
$110K+
$25,430

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$48,896

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$41,923

Median earnings (6 yrs)

18%

Graduation rate

61%

Retention rate

79%

Earn more than a HS grad

$8,767

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

614

Total enrollment

10%

Part-time

26

Avg. age at entry

43%

First-generation

Gender balance

44% women
56% men

Race & ethnicity

White
58%
Black
23%
Hispanic
5%
Asian
1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%
Two or more races
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Bluefield University FAQ

Is Bluefield University a public or private school?

Bluefield University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bluefield, VA.

What is the acceptance rate at Bluefield University?

Bluefield University has an acceptance rate of 59%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Bluefield University cost?

The average annual net price at Bluefield University is $25,573 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $26,770.

What is the graduation rate at Bluefield University?

About 18% of students at Bluefield University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Bluefield University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Bluefield University students earn a median of $48,896 per year.

How many students attend Bluefield University?

Bluefield University enrolls about 614 students.

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