Mountaineer Timeline

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.

November

• The Honors College begins reviewing applications.

December

• Early December - Housing applications 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 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.