The University of Charleston (UC) continues to demonstrate its dedication to military service members and veterans through strong academic programs and comprehensive support services. In the 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges rankings—the most extensive annual evaluation of veteran-friendly institutions—UC was ranked 302 overall, and earned notable recognition: Ranked #4 among West Virginia schools Ranked #33 in the Appalachian […]
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UC Named a 2025 Best for Vets School
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UC’s Tradition of Excellence Continues as Two Seniors Earn Coveted Herndon Fellowship
December 5, 2025 — Continuing a tradition of excellence in academics and community service, two University of Charleston seniors – Maliah McCann-Coles and Abbi Roberts – have a front-row seat to West Virginia politics as 2025 Judith A. Herndon Fellowship recipients. The highly competitive program selects 10 undergraduate students from colleges across West Virginia each […]
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UC Named a “Best School for Men in Nursing” For the Second Year
Charleston, WV – October 24, 2025 – The American Association for Men in Nursing has named the University of Charleston as one of its “Best Schools for Men in Nursing” for the second year in a row. The award recognizes a nursing school or college that actively recruits and retains men in nursing, provides a supportive educational environment […]
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UC Named College of Distinction for Fifth Consecutive Year
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 […]