University of Charleston is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Charleston, WV. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The U of Charleston's 2024 tuition & fees is $21,610 for the academic year 2023-2024. 63% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $17,473.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 3,059 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).

U of Charleston's acceptance rate is 65.02% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23.99%.

U of Charleston ranked 8th in West Virginia Colleges rankings. University of Charleston is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Charleston is $21,610. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,100.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $21,721 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,302.

Undergraduate$21,610
Graduate$17,100
Undergraduate$21,721
Graduate$17,302

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »65.02% Acceptance Rate / 23.99% Yield
Graduation Rate »41%
Transfer-out Rate32%
Retention Rate71%(full-time), 31% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.25% (16 to 1)
Student Population »3,059 (2,365 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$17,473

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Charleston offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at U of Charleston
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

University of Charleston Directory Information

Address2300 MacCorkle Avenue, SE, Charleston, WV 25304
Phone800-995-4682
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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