200 High Street
Glenville, WV 26351

Founded in 1872 as a teacher's college, Glenville State College in West Virginia remains a leader in preparing teachers and has developed additional programs in a variety of areas, offering bachelor's degrees, Associate Degrees, and minors.

GSU offers more than 40 degree programs across several academic departments, including business, education, English, fine arts, Land Resources, Science and Mathematics, and Social Science.

The town of Glenville is located in the middle of West Virginia. Known affectionately as the Lighthouse on the Hill, the Glenville State campus is nestled deep within the Appalachian hills and surrounded by towering trees and rich foliage.

Glenville state college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Quick Facts:

Ninety percent of Glenville State College students come from West Virginia; 10% of students represent more than 20 other states and several foreign countries.

The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 19:1.

The average class size is about 18.

All classes and labs are taught by qualified faculty.

Glenville State College operates on two semesters of 16 weeks. The summer term consists of two 4-week sessions.

Nearly three-quarters of students receive some form of financial aid.

Men's and women's athletic teams belong to the NCAA Division II and West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC)

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