Sports coaches at Glenville State University received an average salary of $42,462 in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
This salary ranks as the eighth highest among post-secondary institutions in West Virginia.
Male coaches leading men’s teams at Glenville State University earned an average of $47,581, whereas female coaches of women’s teams earned $38,074.
The university employed 13 sports coaches during that year
A Knight Commission report projects that within a decade, some Power 5 football coaches will earn more than their schools spend on scholarships and medical care for all athletes. The study estimates more than $1 billion in new annual revenue from the expanded College Football Playoff and media rights deals. By 2032, nearly half of public Power 5 schools could reach this ‘crossover point.’
| Institution | Salary |
|---|---|
| West Virginia University | $274,792 |
| Marshall University | $157,469 |
| Concord University | $55,076 |
| West Virginia State University | $44,776 |
| The University of Charleston | $44,224 |
| Wheeling University | $43,826 |
| West Liberty University | $43,592 |
| Glenville State University | $42,462 |
| Bethany College | $41,639 |
| Fairmont State University | $38,419 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.

