How to Visit West Virginia University

Woodburn Circle on the WVU Downtown Campus

West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia, offers more than 180 bachelor's, master's, doctoral and professional degree programs. The best way to see if West Virginia University is the school for you is to visit.

Instructions

1. Obtain general information about West Virginia University prior to your visit. Visit the West Virginia University website (See Resources) for printable maps, driving directions, lodging suggestions, undergraduate and graduate admissions information and more. Get additional information about Morgantown, West Virginia, the city home to West Virginia University, from the Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau by visiting their website (See Resources) or calling 1 [phone].

2. Take a guided tour of the campus that is available most weekdays and Saturdays through the Visitor Resource Center (See Resources). Guided tours of WVU are led by trained and knowledgeable student guides. Guided tours may include visits with faculty, but this is not guaranteed. Reservations are required. Register for a guided tour by calling 1 [phone].

3. Attend one of the Mountaineer Visitation Days. Mountaineer Visitation Days are for potential students and their families, and provide the most information regarding WVU. The visit includes a tour of the campus, information on financial aid, courses of study, housing, requirements for admission, meetings with faculty, lunch at one of WVU's dining halls and more. Take advantage of optional Mountaineer Visitation Day activities including attending a class. Register online for Mountaineer Visitation Days (See Resources) or register by phone at [phone].

4. Take a virtual tour of West Virginia University on the WVU website (See Resources). Navigate each of the University's three distinct campuses via an interactive map. View student video diaries and see short videos regarding key campus locations and resoures such as the university's libraries, personal rapid transit (PRT) system, residential halls and more.

Tips & Warnings

• Visit West Virginia University in summer, fall or spring if possible as winter weather, ice, snow and Morgantown, West Virginia's steep hills can make winter walking tours unpleasant.

Resources

• West Virginia University Visitor Resource Center
• Mountaineer Visitation Day Information
• West Virginia University Virtual Tour
• Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau