Wheeling University

  • 5/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 0 reviews
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Overview

Total enrollment

774
Wheeling University overview
Wheeling University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Wheeling, West Virginia, along the Ohio River, Wheeling University is a private Catholic institution situated on a suburban 65-acre campus in the state's northern panhandle. The university, established by the Society of Jesus in 1954, operates as the youngest of the nation's Jesuit institutions. The campus features a mix of modern and traditional brick buildings, including several residence halls where most students live on campus. Academic programs focus primarily on health sciences, business, and liberal arts, with nursing and physical therapy programs being particularly prominent offerings. Wheeling University competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Cardinals, participating in the Mountain East Conference.

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Ratings

Wheeling University is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    5 out of 10
  • Academics
    5 out of 10
  • Resources
    4 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
  • Value
    4 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

Very Easy
Wheeling University admission standards
  • GPA 3.33

Acceptance Rate

63.2%
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  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 10.2%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$29,875
Costs for Wheeling University
Fee Cost
Tuition $29,875
Books and Supplies $1,240
Other Fees $785
Room and Board $12,470
Budget for Other Expenses $2,192
Total One Year Cost $46,562
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$48,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

62% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Wheeling University are Health Professions, Business, and Psychology. 33% of students major in Health Professions, 21% in Business, and 10% in Psychology.

  • Health Professions 33%
  • Business 21%
  • Psychology 10%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 5%
  • Biology 5%
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=238078.

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Last updated: August 2026