UNIVERSITY OF CHARLESTON

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University Of Charleston

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Charleston, WV). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

2300 Maccorkle Ave Se
Charleston, WV 25304
Main Phone: (304) 357-4800
Web Site: www.uchaswv.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 867 (full-time equivalent) students. 83.5% of students attend full-time, while 16.5% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 115 male students and 206 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 35.8% of the student body, while females made up 64.2%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (5)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 63.5% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 420. One quarter of students scored at least 520.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 420 or higher. One fourth of students scored 570 or higher.

Degree Levels

Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Journalism

Computer

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Law School And Legal

Law And Legal

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Other Philosophy And Religion

Psychology

General Psychology

School Accreditation

University Of Charleston reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

University Of Charleston is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

University Of Charleston belongs to the following athletic conferences:

West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Distance learning options

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 23,998
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 19,600
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 23,998

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.
Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

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