International applicants · 2026–27
University of Charleston: what international applicants need
Charleston, West Virginia
Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.
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The questions international applicants ask
What are University of Charleston's application deadlines for 2026–27?
University of Charleston admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.
What is University of Charleston's acceptance rate?
61.5% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Charleston admitted 1,583 of its 2,573 first-year applicants.
- The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source
Does University of Charleston require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?
No. University of Charleston is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.
- This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
How much is University of Charleston's application fee for international students?
University of Charleston charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.
Which English tests does University of Charleston accept?
University of Charleston lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.
- Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.
Does University of Charleston accept the Duolingo English Test?
Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests University of Charleston accepts for 2026–27.
How many recommendation letters does University of Charleston require?
University of Charleston doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.
- Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
- Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.
Does University of Charleston require the Common App personal essay?
No. University of Charleston doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.
How many international students does University of Charleston have?
176 of University of Charleston's 2,348 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 7.5%.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source
How much does University of Charleston cost for international students?
University of Charleston's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $33,800, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $12,280. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $50,950 before any financial aid.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source
Every requirement, in one place
Deadlines
- Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
- Application fee
- $0International applicantsUS applicants: $0
- Common App fee waiver
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- SAT / ACT
- OptionalThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
- English proficiency tests accepted
- Cambridge, Duolingo, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
- Letters and school reports
- No recommendation letters required
- Also required
- Self-reported courses and grades