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CONGRATS! yOU'RE admitted!
HERE ARE YOUR NEXT STEPS.

Follow the steps below to become a Catamount!


  1. LOG IN TO THE WVU PORTAL



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    Check your email for an activation email from Okta. The activation email will be sent to the address you provided on your admissions application.

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    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.

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    Please contact the  WVU IT Service Desk for assistance or troubleshooting. We also have  answers to common questions about WVU Portal.

    Does your family want access to your records? Give them access using the  WVU Parent/Guest Portal.
  2. 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
  3. CLIMB HIGHER SCHOLARSHIPS

    Our merit scholarships are:      

    Right arrow Automatic . When you apply for admission, we check your academic record for scholarship eligibility. It's that simple. No separate application.

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    Non-competitive. That means if your GPA/test score qualifies, you get the scholarship. You're not competing against other applicants.

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    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, 2026Transcripts 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, 2026Transcripts and test scores must be submitted by January 2, 2026.
    Scholarships

    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.
    Earn An Associates Degree For Free
    *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.

  4. 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:    

    Right arrow Set up your  Federal Student Aid ID.

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    Fill out the  FAFSA online or through the myStudentAid app.

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    Use school code 003827 to send your information to WVU Potomac State College.

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    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 Important date icon.

    • 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.

  5. APPLY FOR HOUSING

    Steps to Complete:    

    Right arrowSign in to the housing portal,  MyHousing with your username and password

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    Select "Housing Application (Potomac State).

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    Select the term for which you are applying for (ex. PSC - Academic Year 2026-27 - Fall Only 2026)

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    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.

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    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.
    Apply for Housing 
  6. 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 



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    PSC 21This 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


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    PSC 15This 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


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    PSC 10With 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.

  7. Register for and Attend New Student Orientation

    When is orientation for the fall and spring semesters?

    Dates begin in April and end in early August. Visit go.wvu.edu/nsopsc for details.

    How do I register?

    Register online. Details will be mailed to you in the spring. 

    What will I do?

    You will meet with an advisor to work on a class schedule that will get you on the right rack and ready for the fall semester. You can finalize financial aid and housing plans. Have your best smile ready for your student ID.


    Register for New Student Orientation 
  8. You have options to pay your bill.

    Charges are available via WVU MyAccount (via your WVU Portal) for students enrolled in classes. Parents with proxy access to billing information will be able to view charges via the WVU Parent and Guest Portal. eBills are sent to the MIX emails of students with a balance due. The first eBill to include fall charges will be sent in early July.

    Pay Your Bill 
  9. Move In – You're Home


    The first day of classes for Fall 2026 will be announced at later date, so please check back soon. Additional info will be sent to your MIX email address, so please check it regularly.  

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