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Your Mountaineer Timeline for First-Time Freshmen

This timeline is for first-time freshmen with a fall term start; spring students are encouraged to contact their WVU Admissions Counselor for assistance.

August

September

October

November

December

January/February

March

April/May

  • April 1 - WVU priority deadline for submitting the 2024-25 FAFSA. The 2024-2025 priority deadline was been extended due to the delayed FAFSA launch.
  • Take the ALEKS math placement assessment.
    ALEKS is required of all first-time freshmen prior to meeting with an academic advisor and scheduling courses as part of New Student Orientation. 

June

July

  • First week of July - Fall charges are applied to your bill and available in WVU MyAccount via your WVU Portal.
  • July 5Tuition Payment Plan is available for the fall semester.
  • Watch your MIX email for details about signing up for your residence hall move-in time.

August

  • August - Residence hall move-in. Time slots for all residence halls will be available each day.
  • August 21 - First day of fall 2024 classes.

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