About the area

Being nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Southern West Virginia affords Mountain State University a central location on the East Coast of the United States. Diversity in the climate adds much to the beauty of the area, with rich fall foliage that paints its fiery oranges, reds, and yellows across the hills, to winter snowfall that sparkles across the mountaintops.

While enjoying the beauty of West Virginia in all of its splendor you also have the opportunity to visit such famous areas as Washington, DC. Pittsburg, PA and even New York City. Close to the Mountain State University campus is the Greyhound Bus Terminal, the Raleigh County Memorial Airport, and even a scenic ride on Amtrak is just minutes from campus.

Places to visit or relax in between the semesters:

• Southern West Virginia Visitor's Bureau
• White Water Rafting
• Theatre West Virginia
• Carnegie Hall West Virginia
• Winterplace Ski Resort

How do I reach West Virginia:

• Beckley Raleigh County Memorial Airport
• Greyhound Bus Travel
• Amtrak Train Travel