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51ÔÚÏß Timeline

Keep track of important dates and deadlines leading up to your first semester at WVU.

This timeline is for first-time freshmen with a fall term start; spring students are encouraged to contact their for assistance.

August

  • August 1 - The Common Application Opens
    Apply using the .
    Admissions decisions will process beginning September 16.

September

  • Early September - WVU Application Opens
    Apply using the .
  • September 16 - Admissions decisions begin processing for all applications.
  • Schedule a Visit to WVU
    In-person, virtual and self-guided options are available, including daily Visitors Center tours and open house events – Visit WVU!

October

  • October 1 - available to West Virginia residents.

November

  • The begins reviewing applications.

December

  • Early December - and selection available to admits who have paid the academic deposit.
  • Check your WVU Portal and MIX email frequently for important financial aid and merit scholarship details.

January/February

  • Connect with your and sign up for a one-on-one appointment.
  • February - registration opens. Consider registering!

March

April/May

  • Take the ALEKS math placement assessment.
    ALEKS is required of all first-time freshmen prior to meeting with an academic advisor and scheduling courses as part of New Student Orientation.

June

  • June 1 - Scholarship deadline: Students enrolling in the fall must be admitted by June 1 to be eligible for merit scholarships. Admitted students have until June 1 to submit updates to or . Earlier deadlines may apply for select awards.
  • June 1 - is available.
  • June - New Student Orientation takes place throughout the month.
  • June - available for selection.

July

  • July 1 - Deadline to for the fall 2024 term start and receive a full refund of the academic deposit and partial refund of the housing deposit.
  • First week of July - Fall charges are applied to your bill and available in WVU MyAccount via your .
  • First week of July - is available for the fall semester.
  • Watch your MIX email for details about signing up for your residence hall move-in time.

August

  • August 15-17 - . Time slots for all residence halls will be available each day.
  • August 21 - First day of fall 2024 classes.

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Office of Admissions

Our Admissions staff can assist with any questions or issues you encounter as you continue the steps to enroll. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. (except for University holidays). Call us at 304-293-2121 or fill out our .