Mountaineer Timeline

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

September

• 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.
• Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• 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

• March 1 - FAFSA priority deadline for WVU.
• 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 adviser and scheduling courses as part of New Student Orientation.
• May 1 - Deadline to cancel for the fall term start and receive a full refund of the academic deposit and partial refund of the housing deposit.

June

• June 1 - Student Insurance Waiver and immunization documentation is available.
• June/July - New Student Orientation
• Dining plans available for selection.

July

• First week of July - Fall charges are applied to your bill and available in WVU MyAccount via your WVU Portal.
• Early 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 1 - Scholarship deadline: Students enrolling in the fall must be admitted by August 1 to be eligible for merit scholarships. Admitted students have until August 1 to submit updates to GPA or test scores. Earlier deadlines may apply for select awards.
• August 14-16 - Residence hall move-in. Time slots for all residence halls will be available each day.
• August 20 - First day of fall 2025 classes.