McCann-Coles Heading to Detroit in November for Final Interviews CHARLESTON, WV, November 5, 2025 — University of Charleston senior Maliah McCann-Coles has been named a Rhodes Scholar Finalist, placing her among the nation’s top students competing for the world’s most prestigious academic honor. The Rhodes Scholarship, established in 1902, is a fully funded postgraduate award […]
The University of Charleston has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction for the fifth consecutive year, a national guide that honors institutions offering exceptional, student-centered college experiences. Unlike traditional rankings that lean heavily on selectivity or test scores, Colleges of Distinction evaluates schools across four pillars of success: Engagement, Teaching, Community, and Outcomes. These factors […]
September 17, 2025 – The University of Charleston has again been named one of the Best Regional Schools by the Princeton Review in its “Best Regional Colleges” listing, recently released. The 2026 publication lists schools in seven zones: Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Northeast, South, Southwest, West, and International. This year, 631 schools were recognized overall. UC is […]
CHARLESTON, WV – August 26, 2025 — The University of Charleston (UC) has been named the top college in West Virginia by Niche in its 2026 rankings of the best colleges. UC earned an overall A- and distinguished itself with high marks in diversity, dorms, and safety, making it the only private institution on the […]
Charleston, WV – August 6, 2025 — Originally, Garland Ellison II considered computer science. But after talks with his mom, he took a different path and enrolled in the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program at UC. “My mom has been a CRNA for over 30 years. She always felt like she really made […]
CHARLESTON, WV — 8/5/2025 — Maliah McCann-Coles learned she had been named the first-ever recipient of the Honors College’s Avashia Fellowship, she was stunned. “I was flabbergasted,” said the double major in Political Science and Management. “I had gotten to know the Avashias and their unique story, and I felt a deep connection with their […]
When Enoch Koo set out to find the right Physician Assistant Program, he looked at options across the country. From his home in Southern California, Koo recognized that the University of Charleston program, with its strong academic reputation and supportive community, would offer him a place where he could not just survive the intensity of PA […]
The University of Charleston (UC) is excited to announce its continued accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), with reaffirmation through the 2034-2035 academic year. This milestone reflects UC’s dedication to academic excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement. The accreditation followed a rigorous evaluation, including a comprehensive document submission and a February 2025 site visit by […]
The University of Charleston will honor its newest graduates during its Spring Commencement ceremonies: When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Where: H. Bernard Wehrle Athletic Arena on the Charleston Campus Time: Undergraduate students will be recognized at 10:00 a.m., followed by graduate students at 1:00 p.m. This year’s ceremonies will feature two inspiring keynote speakers: Chef […]
Continuing a tradition of excellence in academics and community service, University of Charleston senior Kelton Boblits has had a front-row seat to West Virginia politics as a 2025 Judith A. Herndon Fellowship recipient. “It’s a big honor,” stated Boblits. “It means a good deal to me that they had enough faith, confidence, and trust in me […]