University of Charleston

The University of Charleston is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Charleston, West Virginia, in a small city setting. The university enrolls 4,303 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 46.00 out of 100. Its completion rate is 46% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 69% (IPEDS 2023).

The University of Charleston offers a range of health and design credentials at multiple levels. Programs include Graphic Communications General at the associate level, Occupational Therapist Assistant as a two-to-four-year certificate, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist at both the associate and certificate level, Physician Associate/Assistant at the bachelor's level, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at both the associate and certificate level.

Situated along the Kanawha River in West Virginia's capital city, the University of Charleston serves students from across the state and region. Its health science programs, including physician assistant, radiation therapy, and nursing credentials, address significant healthcare workforce needs in one of the nation's most medically underserved states.