West Virginia Wesleyan College
About
Located in the scenic town of Buckhannon, West Virginia Wesleyan College is a premier private liberal arts institution best known for its supportive, tight-knit community and outstanding pre-professional programs, particularly in nursing, the natural sciences, and business. The vibrant residential campus culture is defined by active student involvement in Greek life, competitive NCAA Division II athletics, and outdoor recreation, all set within a historic, Georgian-style campus. What truly sets Wesleyan apart is its nationally recognized commitment to civic engagement through the prestigious Bonner Scholars Program and its proximity to the Monongahela National Forest, which offers students a perfect balance of hands-on learning and outdoor adventure.
Wikipedia:West Virginia Wesleyan College is a private college in Buckhannon, West Virginia, United States. It has an enrollment of about 1,055 students from 35 U.S. states and 26 countries. The school was founded in 1890 by the West Virginia Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church and is currently affiliated with the United Methodist Church. West Virginia Wesleyan College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
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West Virginia Wesleyan College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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