Your Mountaineer Timeline for First-Time Freshmen
This timeline is for first-time freshmen with a fall 2025 term start; students interested in the fall 2024 or spring 2025 terms are encouraged to contact their WVU Admissions Counselor for assistance.
August
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August 1 - The Common Application Opens
Apply using the Common Application. -
August 14
- WVU Application Opens
Apply using the WVU application or the Common Application. -
Late August - Admissions decisions begin processing for all applications.
September
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Schedule a Visit to WVU
In-person, virtual, and self-guided options are available, including daily Visitors Center tours and open house events – Visit WVU!
October
- October 1 - Promise Scholarship application available to West Virginia residents.
November
- The Honors College begins reviewing applications.
December
- Early December - Housing applications, self-selection, and exemption filings are available to admitted students who have paid the academic deposit.
- Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Check your WVU Portal and MIX email frequently for important financial aid and merit scholarship details.
January/February
- Connect with your Admissions Counselor and sign up for a one-on-one appointment.
- February - Adventure WV First-Year Trips registration opens for admitted students.
March
- March 1 - FAFSA priority deadline for WVU.
- Mid-March: New Student Orientation details are sent to admits who have paid the academic deposit and submitted the housing deposit or exemption.
April/May
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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. - May 1 - Deadline to cancel for fall 2025 term start and receive a full refund of the academic deposit and partial refund of the housing deposit.
June
- June 1 - Student Insurance Waiver is available.
- June - New Student Orientation takes place throughout the month.
- June - Dining plans available for selection.
July
- First week of July - Fall charges are applied to your bill and available in WVU MyAccount via your WVU Portal.
- Early July - Tuition Payment Plan is available for the fall semester.
- Watch your MIX email for details related to residence hall move-in.
August
- August 1 - Scholarship deadline: students enrolling in the fall must be admitted by August 1 to be eligible for merit scholarships. Admitted students have until August 1 to submit updates to GPA or test scores. Earlier deadlines may apply for select awards.
- August 14-16 - Residence hall move-in. Time slots for all residence halls will be available each day.
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August 20 - First day of fall 2025 classes!