We're glad that you're considering joining the WVU community as a non-degree or visiting student. Our guidelines will provide you with the information you need to start your application. Should you need assistance as a visiting (transient student, please connect with our Senior Program Coordinator for support.
Undergraduate Non-degree and Visiting (Transient) Students
Non-degree Students
Students are considered “Non-degree seeking” when any of the following apply:
- Have not earned a bachelor's degree.
- Are not currently enrolled at an institution.
- Are taking undergraduate courses without pursuing a degree.
- Have a bachelor’s degree and are completing prerequisites for another program.
Visiting (Transient) Students
Visiting or Transient students are currently enrolled at another institution and want to earn course credits at WVU to transfer back to their home school, including:
- WVU Potomac State College (Keyser): Apply as a non-degree or visiting student.
- WVU Institute of Technology (Beckley): Apply as a non-degree or visiting student.
How to Apply as an Undergraduate Non-degree Or Visiting (Transient) Student
This application process is for courses at WVU’s Morgantown campus. Courses with
section codes "T" (WVU Tech - Beckley) or "P" (WVU Potomac State College -
Keyser) require application to the respective campus.
Check course locations at courses.wvu.edu.
Application Steps
- Determine Eligibility
- Non-degree and transient students must meet WVU’s admission standards.
- Non-degree students must request official transcripts from all institutions attended.
- Visiting (Transient) students may submit either:
- An official transcript requested from prior institutions, OR
- A Statement of Good Standing from your current institution's registrar office, or a similar unit, which must include your exact GPA.
- International Student Requirements
- Provide an official Statement of Good Standing from a university registrar or similar unit (which must include your exact GPA), with a minimum 2.0 GPA or request the university send WVU an official transcript.
- Non-native English speakers must submit an approved English proficiency test score. Read the requirements.
- WVU does not provide student visa sponsorship for international non-degree applicants.
- Complete the Application
- Apply through the main WVU Application
- Create an application account (if new) or sign in to your existing account.
- Select:
- Campus: West Virginia University – Morgantown
- Student Type: Visiting (Transient) or Non-degree
- International Student: Select the appropriate choice
- Program: Special or Non-degree
- Term: Select the appropriate enrollment term
- Complete all required fields.
- Pay $50 application fee and submit application.
- Submit Supporting Documents
- Non-degree students must request official transcripts from all institutions attended be sent to WVU at WVUAdmissions@mail.wvu.edu or mailed to the Office of Admissions, address below. Transcripts sent directly from students are not considered official.
- Visiting (Transient) students must submit a Statement of Good Standing from a university registrar or similar unit (which must include your exact GPA) or request an official transcript be sent from prior institutions if prerequisite verification is needed.
- Documents can be sent to: WVU Admissions
- Application Review and Next Steps
- You are responsible for requesting supporting documents. WVU cannot request documents on your behalf.
- Complete applications are processed within a few business days. Haven’t received communication yet? Please check your spam/junk folder.
- Once admitted, students will receive a WVU ID number, MIX email account, and advising contact information.
- Students are responsible for course registration and withdrawals.
P.O. Box 6009
One Waterfront Place
Morgantown, WV 26506-6009 Email: WVUAdmissions@mail.wvu.edu
University Policies and Standards
As a non-degree or transient (visiting) student at WVU, you are considered a WVU
student and must follow the same university policies, procedures, and behavior
guidelines.
Course Withdrawal and Refunds
- Course withdrawals follow the Office of the University Registrar’s policies and the Withdrawal and Refund policies of the Office of Student Accounts.
- Deadlines for course withdrawals can be found under the Add/Drop Dates for Partial Term Courses in your WVU Portal Account.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes. Non-degree students must submit official transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Visiting (transient) students may provide a Statement of Good Standing instead of transcripts.
Non-degree and transient student status is active for one semester only. If you wish to enroll in another semester, you must submit a new application.
Tuition is based on residency status (West Virginia resident or non-resident). Current tuition rates can be found at tuition.wvu.edu. Some courses may have additional fees listed in the course section notes.
Visit courses.wvu.edu
To find online-only courses, apply the following filters:
To find online-only courses, apply the following filters:
- Campus: WVU Main/Morgantown Campus
- Subject & Course Number (if known)
WVU offers courses in multiple modalities (in-person, online, hybrid). Online courses are accessed through eCampus, WVU’s web-based learning system.
Course descriptions are available in the WVU Undergraduate Catalog. Contact the course instructor to request a detailed syllabus.
No. If you want to take graduate courses, you must apply to WVU as a graduate student.
Yes. You must submit a new application each semester.
- Find your WVU ID number:
- Visit login.wvu.edu.
- Click on the Look Up WVUID and enter your birth date and Social Security Number.
- Visit login.wvu.edu and select Claim Account.
- Follow the instructors, accept the Security Responsibility Statement, and set up your password.
If you need assistance, call ITS Help Desk at (304) 293-4444.
WVU requires Duo Two-Factor Authentication for security. To set it up, download the Duo Mobile app and follow the instructions at login.wvu.edu.
Visit registrar.wvu.edu/registration. For registration assistance, please contact Marie Pavlik at marie.pavlik@mail.wvu.edu.
IT recommendations and software access are available from the ITS Student Resources web page.
Use Barnes & Noble WVU bookstore. Visit the bookstore website.
Transcripts can be requested via your WVU Student Portal Account or the Office of the University Registrar. Outstanding account balances must be resolved before requesting transcripts.
Reach out to Marie Pavlik, Senior Program Coordinator
- Email Marie.Pavlik@mail.wvu.edu.
- Include in your email if you’d like to schedule a phone call or Zoom meeting.
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