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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.

Decide WVU, Our Open House Just for Admitted Students

Decide WVU Open House

Saturday, April 5

Save the date! Are you already admitted to WVU? Decide WVU is your day to explore — from learning about academics and financial aid to exploring student orgs and campus activities.

Format: In-person

Only for: Admitted students and their families.

Registration opens mid-February.

Junior Open House: A Sneak Peek Into Your Future.

Junior Open House

Saturday, April 26

High school juniors, save the date! This event is for you. At Junior Open House, you can tour campus, explore our academic programs and learn about the admissions process.

Format: In-person

Best for: High school juniors and families

Registration opens mid-March.

Webinars

Undecided on a Major? Exploratory and Guided Pathway Programs

Wednesday, Jan. 8
7 p.m.

WVU's Exploratory Pathway Program allows you to begin your journey undecided as you explore your options and complete requirements for graduation. If you're undecided or have been admitted to one of WVU's Guided Pathway Programs, join the Center for Learning, Advising and Student Success (CLASS) for an information session about WVU's Exploratory Pathway program and to learn more about the support CLASS offers.

Format: Virtual

Best for: Prospective and admitted students who are undecided on a major or admitted to a Guided Pathway Program

Register for Exploratory/Guided Pathways Webinar

Next Steps for First-time Freshmen

Jan. 14, Jan. 28, Feb. 11, Feb. 25, March 11
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 Jan. 14 Register for Jan. 28 Register for Feb. 11 Register for Feb. 25 Register for March 11

Transfer Apply Now

Thursday, Jan. 16
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 Jan. 16

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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