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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?

Daily Campus Tours Open House and Events Virtual Tour

Daily Campus Tours

Visiting Morgantown is the best way to feel the Mountaineer spirit. Take a student-led tour or explore campus at your own pace, meet our community, and take in the amazing views.

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.

Meet WVU President's Edition: Charleston

September 23, Charleston, WV
Fife Street Brewing, 5-7 p.m.

Experience authentic Mountaineer spirit in Charleston! Meet WVU President Michael T. Benson, talk with current students and local alumni, and learn what makes being a Mountaineer so special.

Format: In-person

Best for: High school juniors, seniors, and families

Register for Meet WVU

Meet WVU President's Edition: Pittsburgh

September 30, Pittsburgh, PA
Wigle Reserve, Pittsburgh Baseball Club Level, PNC Park
6-8 p.m.

Meet us in Pittsburgh and see what sets WVU apart from other universities! Spend the evening talking with WVU President Michael T. Benson, exploring academic opportunities with representatives from our schools and colleges, and getting your questions answered by our admissions team.

Format: In-person

Best for: High school juniors, seniors, and families

Register for Meet WVU

Discover WVU Open House

October 18 and November 15

Our legendary open house events are returning this fall! Discover WVU Open House is a fun, informative experience — and fully customizable. Start thinking about your future, meet our people, explore campus, and imagine your life as a Mountaineer.

Format: In-person

Best for: High school seniors and families

Register for Discover WVU Open House

October 18, 2025 - Military Service Day at West Virginia University

Military Service Day

Saturday, October 18

Join us for an event especially for students interested in military careers! You’ll spend the morning learning about the ROTC program at WVU, including the military’s fitness standards and admission expectations. Then you can explore our campus and academic programs at Discover WVU Open House in the afternoon. Learn more and sign up to attend!

Format: In-person

Best for: High school juniors, seniors and their families

Register for Military Service Day

Webinars

We're here to help you become a Mountaineer. Join our live webinars to get answers, insider tips, and expert guidance from our admissions team.

WVU Apply Now

September 23, October 21, November 11
7 p.m.

Don't know where to start? Let WVU admissions counselors help you with the application process. Join us to learn more about WVU application and admission requirements plus a few pro tips. In no time, you'll have that application checked off your list!

Format: Virtual

Best for: High school seniors and families

Register for September 23 Register for October 21 Register for November 18

Next Steps for First-time Freshmen

October 7, November 4, December 2
7 p.m.

Join us for a 45-minute Zoom session about the next steps you can take to become a Mountaineer! We will be discussing 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: Admitted first-time freshmen

Register for October 7 Register for November 4 Register for December 2

Transfer Apply Now

Thursday, October 16, 3-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12, 4-4:30 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 October 16 Register for November 12

Transfer Next Steps

Thursday, November 6, 5-6 p.m.
Tuesday, December 16, 6-7 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 November 6 Register for December 16

Virtual Tours

No need to wait. Explore now! Our virtual tours introduce campus through a combination of photos, videos, and fun facts.

Get started with one of these options:

  • Personalized tour. Answer a short questionnaire to create a tour based on your interests.
  • General campus tour, a comprehensive overview of the Morgantown campus.
  • Downtown, Evansdale, and Health Sciences tours. Learn about our 3 areas of campus, one at a time.
Choose Your Virtual Tour

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Your admissions counselor knows everything about WVU, applying to college, and scholarships and aid. Contact the counselor for your area to learn more.

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