West Virginia University's historic downtown campus centers on Woodburn Hall, the university's beloved "Old Main," with all first-year students required to live on campus in halls including Boreman, Honors, and Lincoln.
Enrollment
26,046
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 13 - August 15, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
91%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Sign up for a two-hour move-in time slot once you have a residence hall assignment. First-year students are required to live in a University residence hall. Pre-order your MicroFridge (the only microwave approved for WVU residence halls) - consider splitting the cost with your roommate.
August 13 - August 15, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
Boreman Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Honors Hall
Suite-style (Honors) · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Lincoln Hall
Suite-style (Honors) · Coed
Housing Links
Links open West Virginia University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - July 10, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$14,506
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
Get the Ultimate College Move-In Checklist
A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at West Virginia University.
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