University of Charleston

University of Charleston

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Whatever your life goals, we have many outstanding programs to help you reach them. But UC offers something more – preparation to take on the world after graduation. In fact, a recent survey showed UC graduates were not only better prepared for life after graduation, but they excelled in the skills today’s employers are seeking, including teamwork, career management and global/intercultural fluency. (NACE pilot survey)

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Arts & Sciences is the largest college at UC, with programs to help you follow your passion. Our innovative programs are the foundation of UC’s focus on interdisciplinary studies, and our professors are more than just instructors—they’re advisors, mentors. From professional writing to a biology program with multiple concentrations available; from digital media design to elementary education; from applied computer science to political science – and more – you can follow your dreams here.

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There has never been a more vital time to step into the field of healthcare. And UC will help you be fully prepared to do so. With a full range of healthcare offerings, from associate degree programs to our Master’s level Physician Assistant Program, our school of Health Sciences will prepare you to be an ethical, competent, safe, and compassionate health care professional.

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School of Business Academics

Our School of Business focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to become leaders and succeed in today’s fast-changing business world. The School offers a range of career-ready undergraduate programs, and an array of graduate programs as well.

The School of Business has earned specialized business accreditations from the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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School of Leadership Academics

Great leaders think creatively, assess challenges, foster innovation, and motivate people – and those leadership skills can be applied to any career choice. The UC School of Leadership focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to lead teams, projects, and companies, and succeed in today’s fast-changing business world.

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At our School of Pharmacy, we are training tomorrow’s pharmacists for compassionate patient care, advocacy, and community engagement. Our mission is to provide a first-class educational experience for students and to conduct pioneering research that advances the health of the public.

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UC-Beckley provides the opportunity for students to join the fast-growing field of healthcare within about two years.

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