Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
62.72%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Bluefield University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 62.72%. This means approximately 627 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 683 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
62.72%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $29,696 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,696 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $41,806 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $22,198 | State avg: $17,997. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 45.67% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 61.99% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Bluefield University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,696
Room and board
$9,814
Books and supplies
$440
Other expenses
$3,370
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$41,806
Average net price
$22,198
Average aid coverage
47%
$19,608 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Bluefield University pays approximately $22,198 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Virginia average of $17,997 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Bluefield University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Virginia and national averages.
Bluefield University net price
$22,198
Virginia average
$17,997
National average
$17,506
Bluefield University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,696 and average net price at $22,198. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,696
Current net price
$22,198
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
27.14%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$48,896
Undergraduates
683
10-Year Median Earnings - Bluefield University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Bluefield University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Bluefield University?
Undergraduates
683
Completion rate
27.14%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
45.67%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
61.99%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 45.67% of Bluefield University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 61.99% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Bluefield University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Bluefield University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Bluefield University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Bluefield University is listed at 3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA 24605. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Bluefield University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | 62.72% | $29,696 | $22,198 | $48,896 |
| Washington and Lee University | 17.36% | $64,525 | $23,911 | $94,810 |
| Chamberlain University-Virginia | 100.00% | $20,462 | Not available | $92,405 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | 16.86% | $58,014 | $22,881 | $86,863 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 57.03% | $36,694 | $23,790 | $81,698 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluefield University's acceptance rate?
Bluefield University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 62.72%.
How much is Bluefield University tuition?
Bluefield University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,696.
What is Bluefield University's average net price?
Bluefield University's average net price in the local dataset is $22,198.
What does Bluefield University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $22,017 for Bluefield University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Bluefield University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $48,896 for Bluefield University.
Is Bluefield University accredited?
Bluefield University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Bluefield University?
The local dataset lists 683 undergraduate students at Bluefield University.
What percentage of Bluefield University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Bluefield University in the local dataset is 45.67%.
What is the federal loan rate at Bluefield University?
The federal loan rate for Bluefield University in the local dataset is 61.99%.
Where should I verify Bluefield University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Bluefield University or the latest official federal education data.