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WELCOME HOME, MOUNTAINEERS

Your time at WVU will be an experience to remember! As a new student, we want to help you make the most of that experience by finding your passion and purpose as you learn about the programs, resources and services that will guide you toward graduation. Welcome home, Mountaineers. Let’s go!

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THE FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE

Your WVU adventure starts now.

Your experience as a Mountaineer will be unique, depending on your major, career pathway and the activities you choose to participate in. But there is a common path set up for all new students to embark on.

What to expect

  • Attend your First-Year Seminar course, taken in your academic home throughout your first semester on campus.
  • Discover your personal passion and purpose.
  • Learn practical skills to help you find balance between academic and student life.
  • Find a sense of belonging among friends and community
  • Make connections with mentors and instructors.
  • Explore resources that help you navigate college life, from academic and financial information to food venues, fun activities, service projects and more.
Common Firsts to Experience

THE FIRST-YEAR SEMINAR

All new WVU students complete a First-Year Seminar course to help them transition to college.

Catered to each school or college, the coursework, experiences and learning outcomes may look differently for each seminar, but all students will learn more about life at WVU, academic programs, career pathways and information on how to succeed inside and outside of the classroom. Successful completion of a FYS is required to graduate.

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MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR WVU EXPERIENCE

Making the transition into college is a huge shift in your life. Knowing that all new students go through similar challenges and experiences helps make the transition that much easier.

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YOUR ONE-STOP GUIDE TO WVU

Explore resources that help you navigate college life, from academic and financial information to food venues, fun activities, healthcare services, community service projects and more.

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