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Experience WVU

The experience of a lifetime is waiting for you in Morgantown, West Virginia. Our R1, space-grant, land-grant, Big 12 university feels like home from day one. Ready to discover it for yourself?

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Daily Campus Tours

Tour campus with a student tour leader or self-guided at your own pace, meet our friendly people and take in the amazing views. Coming to Morgantown is the best way to feel the Mountaineer spirit.

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Guided Campus Tours

Offered Monday through Friday and select Saturdays, guided tours last two hours and combine walking and traveling by bus to view all three areas of campus. Reservations are required.

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Self-Guided Tour

Tour campus when you want, at your own pace — with an app to map your route and describe key locations.

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Getting Here

Located at the intersection of I-79 and I-68, Morgantown is 70 miles south of Pittsburgh, two and a half hours from Charleston, W.Va., and three and a half hours from Washington, D.C.

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Open House and Events

Whether online or in-person, our events are known for delivering loads of relevant info along with Mountaineer fun.
All events are optional, and we encourage you to email us to discuss which events may be your best fit.

Discover WVU Open House

Saturday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Nov. 9

Discover WVU is a fun, informative experience. Your day on campus is fully customizable so you can learn about what matters most to you. You'll meet our people, explore our campus and begin imagining your life as a Mountaineer.

Format: In-person

Best for: High school seniors and families

Register for Discover WVU Open House

Webinars

WVU Apply Now

Sept. 17, Oct. 8, Oct. 29 and Nov. 19
7 p.m.

Join us for a 45-minute Zoom session about the next steps you can take to become a Mountaineer! We'll discuss the academic deposit, housing, the FAFSA, visiting campus and much more! We’ll also have time at the end of our presentation to answer your questions.

Format: Virtual

Best for: High school seniors and families

Register for Sept. 17 Register for Oct. 8 Register for Oct. 29 Register for Nov. 19

International Admissions and Robotics

Tuesday, Sept. 24
9 a.m.

WVU is excited to be launching a new interdisciplinary Bachelor of Science degree in Robotics Engineering. This program builds upon our long track record of success in robotics through international competitions and high-profile research to set students up for a rewarding career in one of the fastest growing career fields in the world. International students can also learn about applying to WVU, scholarships and campus life from an international admissions counselor.

Format: Virtual

Best for: International undergraduate students

Register for Sept. 24

Transfer Apply Now

Monday, Oct. 7
3 p.m.

Join the WVU transfer admissions counselors for a session about the transfer application process for on-campus undergraduate degree programs. General topics to be covered include: important timelines, admissions requirements and application tips.

Format: Virtual

Best for: Transfer students

Register for Oct. 7

Transfer Next Steps

Thursday, Oct. 10
6 p.m.

Join WVU transfer admissions counselors for a session about the next steps you can take to become a Mountaineer! General topics to be covered include: important timelines, financial aid, academic adviser meetings and housing options. There will be time at the end of our presentation to answer your questions.

Format: Virtual

Best for: Admitted transfer students

Register for Oct. 10

Explore Virtually

Not into waiting? Tour campus now — and we mean right now.

Virtual Tours

Explore WVU any time — from anywhere — with 360-degree views of nearly every building on campus, including:

  • student unions
  • historic Woodburn Circle
  • sports and recreation venues
  • labs and classrooms
  • residence halls
  • dining centers
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What’s it like at WVU?

Watch these videos for a quick intro to Mountaineer life.
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The Most Honest Campus Tour Ever 💛💙

Come along as two WVU students show you our campus as only true Mountaineers can appreciate.

Watch on YouTube: The *Real* Campus Tour Video

Your journey starts at West Virginia University

Choosing which college or university to go to can be difficult. When you choose to be a WVU Mountaineer, it really is the start of an incredible journey.

Watch on YouTube: Your Journey Starts at West Virginia University Video

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