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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Charleston, WV. Operating on a semester system.

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Charleston, WV
3K+ students
@charleston.edu
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Student guide · Fall 2026 - 7 Week A Term

The semester, explained for University of Charleston

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 - 7 Week A Term
Campus terms
14
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 - 7 Week A Term runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

28 entries
  1. Summer 2026 - 15 Week Classes
  2. Summer 2026 - 7 Week B Term
  3. Summer 2026 B Term
  4. Summer 2026 - 5 Week D TermSummer 2026 D Term
  5. Fall 2026 - 7 Week A TermFall 2026 A TermRelevant now
  6. Fall 2026 - 15 Week Classes
  7. Fall 2026 - 7 Week B TermFall 2026 B Term
  8. Spring 2027 - 7 Week A TermSpring 2027 A Term
  9. Spring 2027 - 15 Week Classes
  10. Spring 2027 - 7 Week B TermSpring 2027 B Term
  11. Summer 2027 A Term
  12. Summer 2027 - 7 Week A Term
  13. Summer 2027 - 15 Week Classes
  14. Summer 2027 B Term
  15. Fall 2027 - 7 Week A Session
  16. Fall 2027 - 15 Week Classes
  17. Fall 2027 - 7 Week B Session
  18. Spring 2028 - 7 Week A Session
  19. Spring 2028 - 15 Week Classes
  20. Spring 2028 - 7 Week B Session
  21. Summer 2028 - 7 Week A Session
  22. Summer 2028 - 15 Week Classes
  23. Summer 2028 - 7 Week B Session

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Campus language

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14 terms

B

Brotherton
Brotherton Hall, a residence hall primarily for upperclassmen.
BSU
Black Student Union, an organization focused on supporting and celebrating Black culture on campus.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that organizes campus events and entertainment.

G

Golden Eagles
The official mascot and collective name for the student body.
GSA
Gender and Sexuality Alliance, a student group providing support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ students.

M

Middleburg
Middleburg Hall, a residence hall located on the edge of campus.

R

Ratrie
Ratrie Hall, a traditional-style residence hall for students.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Apartments
Refers to the East and West Apartments, which offer suite-style living for upperclassmen.
The Boathouse
A riverside dining location offering casual fare and coffee.
The Coffee Shop
The on-campus Starbucks location frequently used as a study and social hub.
The Food Court
The main dining area located within the Innovation Center.
The Lawn
The grassy area between the main buildings and the Kanawha River, used for recreation and events.

W

Wings Up
The official school spirit slogan and hand gesture used by students and athletes.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
Clay Tower
Clay Tower Building, which houses various academic departments and classrooms.
Eagle Bucks
A declining balance currency loaded onto the Eagle Card for use at campus dining and retail locations.
Eagle Card
The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Geary
Geary Student Union, a building housing student services and meeting spaces.
golden_eagle_commons
Golden Eagle Commons
Riggleman
Riggleman Hall, the main administrative and academic building featuring the iconic gold dome.
riverfront_dining_hall
Riverfront Dining Hall
The IC
The Innovation Center, a central hub containing the dining hall, fitness center, and student lounge.
The Shuttle
The university-provided transportation service connecting different parts of the campus and local areas.
the_coffee_tavern_ct
The Coffee Tavern (CT)
UC Portal
The central online platform where students access grades, schedules, and financial information.
Welch
Welch Hall, an academic building used for various university programs.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 - 7 Week A Term runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Beta Tau Epsilon

A local sorority founded at the University of Charleston in 2014. Their symbol is the peacock feather and their philanthropy is Holz Elementary School.

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Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 26 days ago

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Dorm Wars

An annual tradition where residence halls compete against each other in a variety of events like 5k races, soccer, tug-of-war, and lip sync battles to win the Dorm Wars trophy.

Drop in any time

Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 26 days ago

Intramural Basketball

Recreational basketball leagues for men, women, and co-ed teams. Part of the Intramural Sports Program open to all students, faculty, and staff.

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Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Resources & spaces

Center for Career Development

Offers resources and services to help students with career planning, resume building, interview skills, and finding internships and jobs.

Open to all

Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 26 days ago

Counseling and Outreach Services

Provides confidential counseling and mental health support services to students to help them manage personal challenges and improve well-being.

Open to all

Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 26 days ago

Disability Services

Works to ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to all university programs and activities by providing reasonable accommodations.

Open to all

Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Morrison Fitness Center

The campus fitness facility, offering a range of exercise equipment and fitness classes for students, faculty, and staff.

Open to all

Source: ucwv.edu · Verified 26 days ago

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Life in Charleston for University of Charleston Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Charleston.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$908

Cost of Living Index

90

Student Population

14,000

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority bus system

Nearest Airports

West Virginia International Yeager Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

53°F

Avg Snowfall

28 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Visitor Parking Lot

surface_lot

Two-hour limit during business hours (8am-5pm M-F). Extended passes available at security office.

26th Street SE Lot

surface_lot

Designated for attendees of specific events and permitted users.

MacCorkle Ave Parking Garage

garage

Attached to East Apartments; primarily for residential and permitted use.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of Charleston

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

15 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

99 St. Philip Street

Room types: private, double

Berry Hall

Room types: double, triple, quadruple

Brotherton Hall

Room types: double, single/double

Buist Rivers

Room types: double, triple

Craig Hall

Room types: double

East Apartments

Room types: efficiency, four-bedroom, one-bedroom

George Street Apartments

Room types: private

Historic Houses

Room types: private, double, triple, quadruple

Liberty Street

Room types: double, triple

McAlister Hall

Room types: double, triple

McConnell Hall

Room types: double

Middle Hall

Room types: double/double, single/double, apartment, suite

Ratrie Hall

Room types: double/double, single/double, single/single, apartment

Rutledge Rivers

Room types: double

Warren Place

Room types: double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@charleston.edu

Official Website

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