Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Charleston, West Virginia |
| Online | ucwv.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Charleston occupies a scenic riverside campus along the Kanawha River in Charleston, West Virginia's capital city. Founded in 1888 as Barboursville Seminary, the private institution relocated to its current location in 1947 and adopted its present name in 1978. The university offers professional and liberal arts programs across three academic schools, with notable strengths in pharmacy, healthcare sciences, and business. Undergraduate students are required to live on campus for their first two years, residing in one of five residence halls that overlook the river and downtown Charleston. The University of Charleston competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Golden Eagles, participating in the Mountain East Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Charleston is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Charleston within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#698 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#460 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in West Virginia
#1 in Best Private Colleges in West Virginia
#5 in Best Value Colleges in West Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 985/1160 |
| ACT | 19/23 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.13 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Other Fees | $500 |
| Room and Board | $11,162 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,730 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,734 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Business | 26% |
| Biology | 14% |
| Education | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 4% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025