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Colleges / University of Charleston

University of Charleston

Charleston, WV 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate70%

University of Charleston Admissions

Around 70% of applicants get into University of Charleston each year. Last year, 1,984 students applied to University of Charleston and 1,383 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Charleston, the fee for the application costs $25.

University of Charleston Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Charleston's admissions stats.

University of Charleston 2023 Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

University of Charleston Application Deadlines

Check with University of Charleston directly for more info on application deadlines.


Want to Apply Early to University of Charleston?


University of Charleston may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Charleston directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of Charleston Admissions


Transferring to University of Charleston

For more information on transferring to University of Charleston, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Charleston

University of Charleston has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Charleston?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Charleston

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Charleston during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important

Make sure to check with University of Charleston for more information on admission factors.

University of Charleston Application Requirements

To apply to University of Charleston, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Charleston's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Charleston?

University of Charleston has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Charleston does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of Charleston

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Charleston during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


University of Charleston Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Charleston?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Charleston.

Does University of Charleston accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Charleston accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does University of Charleston accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Charleston accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Charleston?

✅ University of Charleston is not test optional.

What is University of Charleston's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Charleston is 70%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Charleston?

🟨 University of Charleston may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

Want To Learn More About University of Charleston?

To learn more about University of Charleston, choose from the options below:

Overview

Student Life

Academics

Tuition & Aid

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University of Charleston Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Unknown

70%

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University of Charleston Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Charleston is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Charleston is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of Charleston SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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University of Charleston GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

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Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,926

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

70%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$31,900

Out-of-State

$31,900

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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