West Virginia Wesleyan is a private four-year residential arts and sciences college that is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Wesleyan creates a unique learning environment enabling our students to develop the skills, values, relationships, and perspectives needed for them to obtain employment, enhance their careers, and demonstrate leadership throughout their lives. Wesleyan graduates are well prepared to be successful and respected citizens in a rapidly changing world. 91% of the graduate in the last three years obtained a job in their field or were attending graduate school within one year of graduation (with 85% of the class reporting).
The college's student to faculty ratio is 13:1 with an average class size of 19. The College offers over 40 majors and over 40 minors of study, and several additional master's programs spanning Athletic Training, Business Administration, Mental Health Counseling, English (Creative Writing), and Nursing. Recently, the College launched its first doctoral program: Doctorate Nurse Practitioner (DNP).
West Virginia Wesleyan is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the University Senate of The United Methodist Church. It is a member of the National Association of Schools of Music and is approved by the West Virginia Department of Education and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education. The College participates in the Interstate Certification Project whereby several states certify teachers graduating from Wesleyan's Department of Education. The athletic training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. Degree programs offered in business and economics, including the Master of Business Administration program, are accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.
All academic programs either require or strongly encourage the completion of an internship experience. Wesleyan's academic calendar is 4-4-1 that includes an optional May Term in which students pursue unique study abroad courses or intensive study curricular offerings. The Advising and Career Center assists students with course scheduling, academic advising, internships and study abroad, resume writing, job searches, and graduate and professional school placement. The Learning Center provides tutoring services as well as comprehensive services for students with diagnosed learning disabilities.
Of the more than 1,050 students, 53 percent are from West Virginia, while the other 47 percent originate from 39 states and 19 countries. 16 percent of Wesleyan's American students are minority students. Over 90 percent of Wesleyan's new students live on-campus and the College guarantees four years of on-campus housing for all undergraduate students. Housing options include double and single rooms, suites, and apartments. Campus dining is provided and prepared by a contracted professional catering service.
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Buckhannon, WV 26201
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Students are selected by the Office of Admission based on ability, interests, academic preparation, character, and promise, as indicated by their own statements on the application, as well as by high school or college records, recommendations, and standardized test results. Open without discrimination to all qualified students, the College reserves the right to refuse to admit any applicant who, because of low scholarship or citizenship record, is deemed by the Admission and Academic Standing Council to be unlikely to succeed within the standards the College seeks to maintain.
Persons wishing to be admitted directly from high school should present an application for admission with (no paper application fee); a transcript from an accredited high school. West Virginia Wesleyan is test optional with no SAT or ACT requirements for admissions. Applicants from non-accredited high schools or completing General Educational Development may be considered for admission if satisfactory ability and achievement are demonstrated. Students are encouraged to apply for free online (www.wvwc.edu) or via the Common Application (www.commonapp.org). Neither of these applications require a fee.
Persons seeking to transfer from another accredited college or university may be admitted to advanced standing upon presentation of an application for admission; an official transcript showing all credits attempted at all post-secondary institutions previously attended; a high school transcript certifying graduation and showing courses pursued and grades earned and, if the cumulative grade point average is less than 2.5, either the SAT I or ACT scores. Wesleyan will accept transfer credit courses compatible with its academic program. Grades and hours so earned shall count toward graduation. The College accepts no more than 60 semester hours of credit from a junior or community college.
Students who transfer to Wesleyan with an associate's degree from a regionally accredited community or junior college may be admitted with the degree credited as fulfilling Wesleyan's general studies requirements when the total educational background, including high school record, shows compatibility with Wesleyan's general studies requirements. Deficiencies in general studies requirements, as determined by the Admission and Academic Standing Council, must be satisfied after enrollment at Wesleyan.
Wesleyan participates in the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Students who have successfully completed AP or IB programs should contact the Office of Admission for credit transfer policies.
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Wesleyan's liberal arts curriculum begins with a broad base view in a variety of core courses designed to enrich the student's whole view. The classes range from the humanities to contemporary issues and can be intermingled with the courses in the individual's major throughout the four-year program.
Wesleyan's Honors Program is offered for superior students who meet the specific requirements and demonstrate a high quality of academic excellence. Challenging, yet rewarding, classes, along with culturally enriching outings, offer Honors students a diverse and unique educational experience.
Majors and Degrees Offered
West Virginia Wesleyan offers four undergraduate degrees: The Bachelor of Arts; the Bachelor of Music Education; Bachelor of Science; and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The most popular programs of study are in the sciences (biology, physics / engineering, pre-professional studies, etc.); education; business; athletic training; and nursing. Wesleyan also offers several master's degree programs.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Health Teacher Education.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physics Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGINEERING.
Engineering Physics/Applied Physics.
Engineering, Other.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Pharmaceutical Sciences.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Police Science.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Economics, General.
International Relations and Affairs.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Religious Education.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Graphic Design.
Music, General.
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
The 2024-2025 total direct costs at Wesleyan are $32,548 for tuition, $11,310 for standard room and board, and $1,442 for student fees, which includes a student activity fee, facility fee, and a technology fee. These costs do not include books, travel, clothing, a laptop computer, medical insurance, or other personal expenses. Wesleyan offers an interest-free monthly payment plan during the academic year.
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The College offers financial aid based on a variety of criteria: scholastic achievements, special talents and abilities, and financial need. Several scholarships are available including awards for academics, athletics, performing arts, leadership, community service, and visual arts. Student employment is available in most areas of the College community, financed through a blend of institutional and federal funds. Students may apply for low-cost federal loans. All students should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Currently, more than 95 percent of all students receive grants or scholarships from Wesleyan.
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Wesleyan has a balanced and diverse student life program that includes more than 70 campus organizations. Included among these are a campus radio station, newspaper, student government, departmental clubs, national fraternities and sororities, and religious organizations. Over 84 percent of Wesleyan students of those reporting in the NSSE survey participate in community service activities that include the complete administration of a youth basketball program to Special Olympics, to tutoring, mentoring, and educational activities to senior citizens programs to more global programs such as hurricane relief and international service trips.
Wesleyan features 23 varsity programs in NCAA Division II. Wesleyan competes in the Mountain East Conference. Our newest sports include Women's Lacrosse and competitive dance.
In fall of 2018, WVWC launched varsity e-sports including an eSports arena and scholarships for participants and currently has a team of over 35 participants. It was the first program in the State.
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Situated in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, Wesleyan's beautiful 100-acre campus is located in the quaint, residential town of Buckhannon, West Virginia. Buckhannon has been included in Norman Crampton's book, The Top 100 Best Small Towns in America, a Random House Publication. Many students are drawn to this personal and picturesque setting and the numerous outdoor opportunities located near campus. The local community offers movie theatres, coffee houses, department stores, and a wide selection of local and chain restaurants. Wesleyan is a short two-hour drive from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and 90 minutes from Charleston, West Virginia, the state capital.
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Wesleyan's 23 buildings include 10 modern residence hall units, including two suite style halls renovated or newly built in the last eight years. Located in the center of campus is Wesley Chapel, which chapel serves as a focal point of campus and houses many campus events, both religious and cultural. Benedum Campus and Community Center houses a convenience store, bookstore, swimming pool, campus radio station, student development offices, study lounges, and a cabaret-style restaurant, recently renovated for 2020. The Rockefeller Physical Education Center includes a main arena that seats 3,700 spectators, an intramural gymnasium, training rooms, and an indoor turf training area. The multimillion-dollar Reemsnyder Research Center was opened in 2009 and boasts state of the art laboratory space for the sciences. Other vital buildings on campus include Christopher Hall of Science; Middleton Hall, which houses the Nursing Department and region-renowned simulation facilities; and the Lynch-Raine Administration Building. In addition, the multimillion-dollar Virginia Thomas Law Center for the Performing Arts, opened in 2009, offers the most advanced performing arts facility of its kind in the region. Most recently, a completely renovated student wellness center was opened in 2012 along with a new multi-sport stadium project in phase one in 2015. Since 2015 more than 50 learning spaces have been completely updated and renovated.
Wesleyan's Annie Merner Pfeiffer Library re-opened in Fall 2019 after a 2.2-million-dollar renovation including new 24-hour access, food market, lounge and study spaces, technology, and incredible enhancements to make it the academic hub of campus with facilities to rival any library in the region.
The entire campus has been outfitted with a ubiquitous campus-wide wireless network ensuring access to all students, faculty, and staff from all major campus buildings and every residence hall room. Network speeds are improved yearly and rival any private college in the region.
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Wesleyan encourages all students to expand their education beyond the traditional classroom. Many students have studied abroad in such places as England, Ireland, Wales, Germany, Spain, Kenya, Scotland, and Australia. Professional internships are available in the Buckhannon area, Charleston, WV, Washington, D.C.; New York, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; and other states and countries.
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The Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale or the Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Cognitive Ability plus the Woodcock Johnson Achievement Battery. All testing must be completed no more than 2 years prior to application. Both narrative and numeric reporting is necessary.Documentation Required for ADHD
Psychological or medical documentation on professional letterhead describing the diagnosis, how the disability interferes with academic and everyday functioning, and recommendations for accommodations.Special Need Services Offered
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The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/