At a glance
Average net price
$25,573
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
17.8%
Admission rate
59%
Undergrad size
614
In-state tuition
$26,770
Out-of-state tuition
$26,770
Cost of attendance
$42,539
Median earnings (10y)
$48,896
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 61.5%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (27%), humanities & arts (25%), social sciences (22%).
- STEM7%
- Health9%
- Business10%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services27%
- ~100 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~85 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts13.3%~81 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Parks & recreation11.2%~69 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business10.2%~63 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~53 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education5.1%~31 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.0%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.0%~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.0%~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology1.0%~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.5%~3 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.5%~3 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
21 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Master's | 187 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 72 | $49,317 | $25,207 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 46 | $31,489 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 46 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 43 | $37,131 | $24,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 29 | $62,939 | $22,442 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 28 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Bluefield University
Bluefield University is a small institution located in Bluefield, Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 614 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Public administration, Homeland security & law enforcement, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bluefield University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,573 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $26,770 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $42,539 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 17.8%, a below-average completion outcome. 61.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $48,896 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bluefield University confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Public administration, Homeland security & law enforcement, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (27% of credentials), humanities & arts (25% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Bluefield University accepts 59% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Bluefield, Virginia (town), Bluefield University draws students from across Virginia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Bluefield University
Q.How much does Bluefield University cost?
The average net price at Bluefield University is $25,573 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $42,539.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bluefield University?
Bluefield University has a 6-year graduation rate of 17.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Bluefield University?
Bluefield University admits 59% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Bluefield University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bluefield University graduate earns $48,896 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bluefield University?
Published tuition is $26,770 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bluefield University located?
Bluefield University is located in Bluefield, Virginia (ZIP 24605).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Bluefield University at their official website.