Take a Campus Tour
Tour campus, meet our friendly people and take in the amazing views. Coming to Morgantown is the best way to feel the Mountaineer spirit.
Guided Campus Tours
Offered Monday through Friday and select Saturdays, guided tours last about 90 minutes and combine walking and traveling by bus to view all three areas of campus. Reservations are required.
Schedule a Visit
Self-Guided Tour
Tour campus when you want, at your own pace — with an app to map your route and describe key locations.
Take a Self-Guided Tour
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.
Find Drive Time Plan a VisitSign Up for Special 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 students to email us to discuss which events may be their best fit.
Meet WVU Virtual Series
Sept. 13-Dec. 13
Starting in September, this series will be offered monthly covering topics like how to apply, financial aid, housing and a Q&A before the Discover Open House — your family can chat with experts from the Mountaineer Parents Club, too.
Format: Virtual
Best for: Anyone looking for a new way to experience WVU.
Registration opens mid-August.
Tour Guide Live (TGL) and Virtual Admissions Sessions (VAS)
Sept. 19, Oct. 10 and Nov. 7
TGL sessions are live, virtual tours of campus led by student tour leaders (ask your questions in real time). VAS are guided presentations with Q&As that will help you better understand WVU’s admissions process and give a broad-level overview of WVU’s academic, social and recreational opportunities.
Format: Virtual
Best for: Anyone! These are especially helpful as first steps to get to know campus or to learn about our admissions process.
Registration opens mid-August
Ask Us Anything
Oct. 3-5
We’re bringing the Mountaineer experience to you! If you’re considering WVU as your next adventure, attend an AUA in your region. These traveling events, designed to help you get the real scoop on WVU, are the perfect place to talk one-on-one with WVU staff, current students, alumni and parents of current or past Mountaineers.
Locations: Columbus, Cincinnati and Pittsburgh
Format: In-person
Best for: Anyone! Admitted students, prospective students of any age and families.
Registration opens mid-August.
Discover WVU Open House
Saturday, Oct. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 5
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 juniors and seniors with families who can travel.
Register for Discover WVUGo First Fridays
Oct. 28 and Nov. 11
Calling all Mountaineer fans! These special events are held the day before home football games. Bring the whole family and enjoy tailgating food, a tour, an appearance from the Mountaineer Mascot and more.
Format: In-person
Best for: Mountaineer fans and families.
Register for Go First FridaysAdmitted Student Tours
Nov. 14, Nov. 28 and Dec. 5
Hey, admitted students! Come for an in-depth tour that will focus on next steps, meeting your academic department and making connections with other admitted students and families. We can’t wait to show you around your new home among the hills.
Format: In-person
Best for: Admitted students and their families.
Registration opens mid-August.
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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