New Student Orientation & Class Registration

Welcome, future Hilltoppers! Attending orientation is your first step toward a successful start at West Liberty University. During orientation, you’ll meet faculty, connect with fellow students, finalize class registration, and learn about campus resources.

If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Office at (304) 336-8125 or orientation@westliberty.edu.

Choose Your Orientation Date

In person orientation sessions are scheduled based on your intended major. Please select the date that corresponds with your academic program to register for orientation. Not sure which day to select? Click here for more information on academic colleges and majors. 

Attend Orientation In Person

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – College of Liberal & Creative Arts and College of Education & Human Performance 

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 – College of Sciences

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 – College of Education & Human Performance, Gary E. West College of Business, and Aviation

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – College of Sciences

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – College of Liberal & Creative Arts and College of Education & Human Performance 

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 – College of Sciences and Gary E. West College of Business

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 – College of Liberal & Creative Arts, Gary E. West College of Business, and Aviation

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 – Open to all majors

What to Expect at Orientation 
✔️ Meet faculty & advisors from your academic program
✔️ Learn to navigate WLU’s online resources
✔️ Finalize class registration and financial aid
✔️ Get your student ID (TopperCard)
✔️ Visit your residence hall
✔️ Connect with future classmates

Questions? Contact us at orientation@westliberty.edu.

In Person Agenda:
8:30–9:15 AM – Check-in
9:15–9:30 AM – Welcome & Schedule Overview
9:30–11:00 AM – Parent & Student Sessions 
11:00–11:30 AM – Faculty Session 
11:30 AM–12:30 PM – Lunch 
12:30–3:00 PM – Campus Offices Open for Appointments

Attend Orientation Virtually

Please select a date to register for a virtual orientation.

Friday, June 27, 2025

Friday, August 1, 2025

Questions? Contact us at orientation@westliberty.edu.

Virtual Agenda:
9:00-10:00 AM – Parent Session
10:00-11:00AM – Student Session

The Parent and Student sessions mirror the on-campus experience, covering essential topics with Student Affairs & Enrollment staff, online system navigation, and a Q&A.