Mountaineer 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 WVU Admissions Counselor for assistance.
August
- August 1 - The Common Application Opens
Apply using the Common Application.
Admissions decisions will process beginning September 16.
September
- Early September - WVU Application Opens
Apply using the WVU application or the Common Application. - 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 - Promise Scholarship application available to West Virginia residents.
- Early October - Housing applications and selection available to admits who have paid the academic deposit.
November
- The Honors College begins reviewing applications.
December
- Check your WVU Portal and MIX email frequently for important financial aid and merit scholarship details.
January/February
- Connect with your Admissions Counselor and sign up for a one-on-one appointment.
- February - Adventure WV First-Year Trips registration opens. Consider registering!
March
- Mid-March: New Student Orientation details are sent to admits who have paid the academic deposit.
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 GPA or test scores. Earlier deadlines may apply for select awards.
- June 1 - Student Insurance Waiver and immunization documentation is available.
- June - New Student Orientation takes place throughout the month.
- June - Dining plans available for selection.
July
- July 1 - Deadline to cancel 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 WVU Portal.
- First week of July - Tuition Payment Plan 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 - Residence hall move-in. Time slots for all residence halls will be available each day.
- August 21 - First day of fall 2024 classes.
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Admissions Counselors
Have questions about your next steps? Or about submitting your deposit? Your WVU admissions counselor is an expert on these topics (and many more, so ask them anything!). And it’s literally their job to chat with you! Reach out to them any time.
Student Call Center
No one knows us like our students! Our student ambassadors have been in your shoes. They know what it’s like starting this gold-and-blue journey packed with possibilities. Talk with them about whatever you’d like — student life, living on campus, getting involved, making friends, Mountaineer traditions, etc.
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 contact form.