Why does WVU require my social security number?

We request your social security number on the admissions application because the University is required to keep all enrolled students' social security numbers on file.

If you didn't include your social security number on your application, you will receive a separate request for it. To submit your social security number, please send a photo of the front of your social security card to kaguynn@mail.wvu.edu. Faxes will not be accepted.