University of Charleston

University of Charleston is a private, not-for-profit 4-year college with an urban campus. The school has 2,481 students and 343 freshman enrollments in 2017. The average freshman retention rate for the past few years has been 59%.

The University of Charleston was founded in 1872 by a group of prominent West Virginia businessmen. It is one of nine private, not-for-profit four year colleges in the state. The school has an urban campus and serves 2,481 students as of 2017. In fall 2017, 343 freshmen enrolled and 202 returned for their sophomore year. 49% of the graduating class graduates within 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies and 47% are transfer students from other institutions.

At University of Charleston, we are committed to providing a transformative education that empowers students to be bold and imaginative thinkers in an increasingly diverse world. We offer top-notch academic programs, strong community life and opportunities for personal growth. Our beautiful campus is located in the historic section of downtown Charleston, West Virginia - one of America's most livable cities. With around 2,500 full-time undergraduates from across the country and abroad studying at our school year round, UofC offers a safe environment where every student can thrive academically while exploring different cultures outside the classroom.

University of Charleston is a private, not-for-profit 4-year college located in an urban area. The school has 2,481 students and offers both undergraduate and graduate programs. Tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $31,040 per year for West Virginia residents.

Founded in 1872, the University of Charleston is one of nine private, not-for-profit colleges in West Virginia. Located in an urban area that has been named by Forbes as one of America's best places to live and launch a business, the campus offers students a fulfilling college experience with small classes and individualized attention from faculty who are committed to teaching excellence. The university boasts a strong liberal arts tradition with undergraduate degrees in more than 50 majors and minors, master’s degrees across six fields of study plus education licensure programs for teachers at all levels, doctoral degree programs for highly motivated undergraduates seeking advanced knowledge before entering professional life or graduate school, and postgraduate certificate options.

Location: United States, West Virginia