University of Charleston

At a Glance Admission, Tuition, Population, and more Updated: July 13, 2024 collegetuitioncompare

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. University of Charleston is accredited by Higher Learning Commission .

62% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,573 applied, 1,583 accepted, and 266 enrolled in Charleston. 106 men and 129 women first-time, full-time students enrolled. Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $22,617 for undergraduate programs and $17,729 for graduate programs. Tuition has increased by 4.66% compared to last year at University of Charleston. Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

1,346 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $18,419. For freshmen, 236 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $23,439. Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 3,062 students enrolled Charleston in 2025. By gender, 1,873 men and 1,189 women students are enrolled. There are 2,348 undergraduate and 714 graduate students. More Demographics Stats

53 Major Programs

12 programs through online 11 graduate programs Certificate Programs Associate Bachelor's Master's Doctorate Post-graduate Certificate Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Charleston is 46% and the transfer-out rate is 32%. The retention rate is 75% for full-time and 75% for part-time students. Graduation Rate 46% Transfer-out Rate 32% Retention Rate 75% Students to Faculty Ratio 15 to 1 More Stats

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 227 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Charleston and the average faculty salary is $65,047. The studetns to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. There are 436 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $52,531. Number of Faculties 227 Average Faculty Salary $65,047 Number of Staffs 436 Average Staff Salary $52,531

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning (online classes) ROTC Study Abroad Weekend/Evening College Teacher Certificate Academic/career counseling Employment services for students Placement services Libraries See More

Charleston, WV