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LOG IN TO THE WVU PORTAL
Check your email for an activation email from Okta. The activation email will be sent to the address you provided on your admissions application.
To activate your WVU Login, follow the steps provided in the Okta activation email. You will then receive the information needed to access WVU Portal.
Please contact the WVU IT Service Desk for assistance or troubleshooting. We also have answers to common questions about WVU Portal.
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HAVEN'T CHECKED OUT CAMPUS YET? NOW'S THE TIME!
Whether you come in person or take a virtual stroll, a visit is the perfect way for you and your family to get a feel for life as a Catamount. Explore academics, campus vibes, and discover all the cool things Keyser has to offer.
Heads up: We’ll be in touch soon with all the details about New Student Orientation — it kicks off in April for summer and fall students. Get excited!
Visit WVU Potomac State College Campus
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Scholarships
CLIMB HIGHER SCHOLARSHIPS
Our merit scholarships are:
Automatic . When you apply for admission, we check your academic record for scholarship eligibility. It's that simple. No separate application.
Non-competitive. That means if your GPA/test score qualifies, you get the scholarship. You're not competing against other applicants.
Renewable. These scholarships renew past your freshman year, as long as you maintain certain requirements.
Must be admitted to WVU Potomac State College as a degree-seeking first-time freshman or first-time transfer student or a student transferring to a WVU campus from another institution by the following deadlines:
- First-time students entering the fall 2026 semester must be admitted by August 1, 2026. Transcripts and test scores must also be submitted by August 1, 2026.
- First-time students entering the spring 2026 semester must be admitted by January 2, 2026. Transcripts and test scores must be submitted by January 2, 2026.
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WV INVESTS GRANT PROGRAM
The West Virginia Invests Grant is a state-funded financial aid program designed to cover the cost of tuition and fees for certificate or associate degree programs in high-demand fields for qualifying residents. WVU Potomac State College is participating in the program in 16 different majors.
*Available to WV Residents Only
WVU GUARANTEE
WVU Guarantee is open to undergraduate students across the WVU System who are West Virginia residents, have a family AGI of $65,000 or less and annually complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).METRO TUITION RATE
Exciting news! WVU Potomac State College has expanded their Metro Tuition Rate to now include ALL residents of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. This expansion offers a savings of up to $5000 per academic year!
OHIO RECIPROCITY
Ohio students who are fully admitted to certain approved majors can enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates through the Ohio Tuition Reciprocity Agreement.
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SUBMIT THE FAFSA
You must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for federal aid. It's also required for other programs, like the West Virginia Promise Scholarship.
Steps to Complete:
Fill out the FAFSA online or through the myStudentAid app.
Use school code 003827 to send your information to WVU Potomac State College.
Check your MIX email frequently for follow-up steps you may need to complete, such as making corrections, submitting additional documents or simply accepting or declining your aid after it is offered.
Important Dates
- October 1: 2026-27 FAFSA form opens
- March 1: WVU Potomac State College's FAFSA priority deadline
- August 1: Merit scholarship eligibility deadline for first-time students.
Have questions about financial aid?
We have you covered with our answers to common questions about financial aid. If you have other questions about financial aid, please contact your admissions counselor.
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APPLY FOR HOUSING
Steps to Complete:
Select "Housing Application (Potomac State).
Select the term for which you are applying for (ex. PSC - Academic Year 2026-27 - Fall Only 2026)
Follow the process of completing the housing application and submitting the $225 deposit. During this process you may view roommate profiles and select your room. If you and a friend would like to room together, both of you will need to have started the housing application and paid the $225 housing deposit. It is up to you and your roommate to place yourselves in a room. MyHousing is not designed to automatically place students together into a room. Under no circumstances does the College guarantee who will be your roommate.
Please log in to the WVU Portal regularly for the most up-to-date information concerning housing and other communications. There is not a deadline to apply for housing, but those who apply and pay their deposit early have a better chance of selecting the hall of their choice.
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DINING PLAN INFORMATION
All students who choose to live in residence halls are required to purchase a dining plan as part of the Housing contract agreement. There are three plans to choose from. Students should evaluate the options to determine which best suits their needs. All plans include $75 Dining Dollars that can be used outside normal meal periods and on weekends at either dining location.
Meal Plan Options
PSC 21 - This plan comes with 21 meal swipes per week, as well as $75 Dining Dollars. It’s perfect for students who plan on eating all their meals on campus throughout the semester.
Cost – $3,124 per semester
PSC 15 - This plan comes with 15 meal swipes per week, and $75 Dining Dollars. This plan is ideal for students who are away from campus most weekends, or for students who may sometimes eat fewer than three meals a day.
Cost – $2,754 per semester
PSC 10 - With this meal plan, students get 10 meal swipes per week, as well as $75 Dining Dollars. This plan would be good for students who eat a couple meals a day and are away from campus on weekends.
Cost – $2,344 per semester
To purchase a dining plan, visit mymountaineercard.wvu.edu and click on "Purchase Dining Plan" under Menu on the left, change campus to "Potomac State College" and choose Residential or Non-Residential student.
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ACCEPT OR DECLINE AID
Check your MIX email for messages from the WVU Hub about financial aid next steps. If you receive an offer, you can review, accept or decline aid through the WVU Portal. Acceptance of scholarships and aid doesn't mean you're required to attend WVU (but you forfeit your award if you cancel your application or attendance).
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COMPLETE NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Registration dates for New Student Orientation (NSO) will be released in February 2026. NSO program details will be available when registration opens. Mark your calendar now and check back then so you can snag the best dates and start your journey off right! 🎓✨
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PAY YOUR BILL
Spring 2026 new students: Your first semester charges will be available in WVU MyAccount (via WVU Portal) in late fall. If you owe a balance you will receive a billing notification and payment deadline in your MIX email.
Fall 2026 new students: In early July, your fall semester charges will be available in WVU MyAccount (via WVU Portal). If you owe a balance, you will receive a billing notification in your MIX email. Payment is due August 1.
Tuition payment plans are available to break up your semester's tuition and fees into smaller, more manageable installments.
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MOVE-IN
Move-in day for fall 2026 will be in early August . Watch your MIX email for additional information. There will be specific days and time slots for move-in to help break up congestion in the halls. Details will be sent to your WVU MIX email.
