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Potomac State College of West Virginia University

Keyser, WV·Public·853 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. a public school with 853 students.

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853
Students
$9,197
Net Price
31%
Grad Rate
$52,700
Earnings
10 yr
$22,500
Debt

About This School

Potomac State College of West Virginia University is a public institution located in Keyser, West Virginia with approximately 853 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $9,197 per year. The graduation rate is 31%, and the typical graduate earns $52,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Remote town
Avg Faculty Salary
$7,118

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing12%
Education8%
Computer Science4%
Engineering3%
Health Professions3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$5,280
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,200
Avg Net Price
$9,197
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$7,375
$30–48k$7,807
$48–75k$10,500
$75–110k$12,833
$110k+$12,945

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$22,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
31%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
58%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$41,700
Female graduates$36,400

Gap: 13% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$39,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White83%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian1%
Two or more races4%
International1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (853 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Potomac State College of West Virginia University

101 Fort Ave

Keyser, WV 26726

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Potomac State College of West Virginia University cost?

The average net price at Potomac State College of West Virginia University is about $9,197 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Potomac State College of West Virginia University?

Potomac State College of West Virginia University has a graduation rate of 31%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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