Average

Score: 49/100

University of Charleston

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Charleston, West Virginia 25304

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%

Outcomes

C+

64/100

Affordability

20/100

Resources

C+

59/100

Experience

66/100

Prestige

35/100

Quick Stats

2,758

Total Enrollment

46%

Graduation Rate

69%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

65%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The University of Charleston Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $214,464
Avg rent near campus: $1,044/mo — vs ~$641/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 25387 (13.7% cap, Charleston)

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🏆 Where University of Charleston Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#23

Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism

of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$21,110	$21,110
Room	$5,770
Board	$4,810
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$48,734	$48,734

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

61%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Organizational Leadership 418 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 172 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 147 grads/yr Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism 54 grads/yr Pharmacy 37 grads/yr Business Analytics 26 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 25 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 23 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 22 grads/yr Physician Assistant 21 grads/yr Executive/Career Coaching 21 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 19 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 18 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 12 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 12 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 11 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 10 grads/yr Accounting 9 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 9 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Charleston's top programs commonly pursue.

Human resources managers

$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Training and development managers

$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Fundraising managers

$123k/yr 45,700 jobs

Management analysts

$101k/yr 1,075,100 jobs

Business teachers, postsecondary

$97k/yr 103,100 jobs

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

2,758

Total Students

39%

Women

47%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%

Hispanic 9%

Black 10%

Asian 2%

Two or More 5%

Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 19%

Hybrid (Some Online) 28%

Fully Online 53%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%

25-64 (Adult) 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Charleston?

University of Charleston has an acceptance rate of 65%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend University of Charleston?

Tuition at University of Charleston is $21,110 for in-state students and $21,110 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at University of Charleston?

The graduation rate at University of Charleston is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is University of Charleston a good school?

University of Charleston has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend University of Charleston?

University of Charleston has a total enrollment of 2,758 students.

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