University of Charleston Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Charleston is a private research university in Charleston, West Virginia, enrolling about 2,259 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 61.52% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,774 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $33,800
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,107 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 61.52% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,259 54.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 45.55%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 43.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 55.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,110
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,635
- Room & Board: $12,280 annual estimate
University of Charleston: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Charleston, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Charleston?
University of Charleston is located in Charleston, WV (ZIP 25304).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is University of Charleston public or private?
University of Charleston is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Charleston cost?
Published tuition: $33,800.
Average net price after aid: $22,107.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,427 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $25,331 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,945 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,215 |
| $110,001+ | $23,795 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $135,200.
How hard is it to get into University of Charleston?
Admission rate: 61.52%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Charleston?
Total enrollment: 2,259 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,110 students.
Graduate enrollment: 714 students.
About 54% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Charleston?
150%-time completion rate: 45.55%.
First-year retention: 74.8%.
What do graduates of University of Charleston earn?
Median earnings: $42,698 six years after entry; $55,774 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,500.
31.43% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Charleston known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Organizational Leadership (418 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (172 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (147 completions)
- Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism (54 completions)
- Pharmacy (37 completions)
- Business Analytics (26 completions)
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist (25 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (23 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (22 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Charleston a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 61.52%; completion rate 45.55%; median earnings $55,774 at 10 years; net price $22,107. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$33,800
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Charleston was $33,800.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,107
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Charleston had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,107.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$88,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,107 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$135,200 4-Year Tuition
$12,280 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$48,080 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$192,320 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Charleston.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.43% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
35.46% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Charleston was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Charleston in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $19,650 | $19,650 | $19,029 |
| 2014 | $23,200 | $23,200 | $17,841 |
| 2015 | $26,100 | $26,100 | $18,621 |
| 2016 | $29,900 | $29,900 | $17,170 |
| 2017 | $30,400 | $30,400 | $14,138 |
| 2018 | $30,900 | $30,900 | $20,608 |
| 2019 | $31,400 | $31,400 | $22,284 |
| 2020 | $32,200 | $32,200 | $23,381 |
| 2021 | $31,350 | $31,350 | $20,294 |
| 2022 | $31,900 | $31,900 | $21,383 |
| 2023 | $32,842 | $32,842 | $22,012 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
61.52% Acceptance Rate
1,635 Total Applicants
1,055 Students Admitted
253 First-Time Students Enrolled
23.98% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Charleston reported total enrollment of about 2,259 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 62% male and 38% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (66.0%), Black or African American (9.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (8.7%). About 31.43% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 43.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
54.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Charleston in 2024 is 2,259 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,110 students. Graduate enrollment is about 714 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 66.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
35.59% 100% Completion Time
45.55% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 35.59% of students graduating from University of Charleston completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Organizational Leadership: 95% male / 5% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 19% male / 81% female
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 86% male / 14% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Charleston.
Return on Investment
$19,500 Median Student Debt
$55,774 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
34.96% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
530.73% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Charleston.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 36 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Organizational Leadership: 418 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 172 completions
3. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 147 completions
4. Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism: 54 completions
5. Pharmacy: 37 completions
6. Business Analytics: 26 completions
7. Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist: 25 completions
8. Business Administration and Management, General: 23 completions
9. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 22 completions
Most popular programs at University of Charleston.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Charleston graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Charleston from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 55.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,297
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,497
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Charleston is a private non-profit institution located in Charleston, WV, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Organizational Leadership, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other. Enrollment is approximately 2,259 students. Student body composition includes White (66.0%), Black or African American (9.4%), Hispanic or Latino (8.7%). The admission rate is 61.52%. The 150%-time completion rate is 45.55%. Approximately 31.43% of students receive Pell Grants. About 43.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Charleston, WV 25304
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
University of Charleston provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Charleston located?
University of Charleston is located in Charleston, WV.
What is University of Charleston's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Charleston is 61.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,635 applicants and 1,055 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Charleston cost?
Reported tuition is $33,800 and average net price is $22,107 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,280 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Charleston?
University of Charleston reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,110 students, White (66.0%), Black or African American (9.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Charleston?
About 43.1% of students at University of Charleston are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Charleston earn?
Median earnings are $42,698 six years after entry and $55,774 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Charleston?
The 150%-time completion rate is 45.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Charleston students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,500.
Is University of Charleston public or private?
University of Charleston is a private nonprofit institution located in Charleston, WV.
Is University of Charleston an HBCU?
No. University of Charleston is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Charleston a tribal college?
No. University of Charleston is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Charleston a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Charleston does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.7%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- West Virginia college costs
- West Virginia colleges by ROI
- Charleston, West Virginia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in West Virginia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.