Explore, Learn, Engage
See for yourself why everyone wants to become an engineer or computer scientist at West Virginia University's Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources. We have many options for you to discover what the Statler College has to offer, how we can help you find your individualized path to your dream job, and how to have fun and go beyond while reaching your goals!
Calling all high school students:
One of the best ways to learn more about the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources and West Virginia University is to plan a virtual visit and to speak with current students. There's no better way to see if WVU is the right choice for you, than to hear directly from the experts who study, live, and play at WVU daily. If you have any questions, you can always reach out to our recruitment staff at statler-info@mail.wvu.edu.
Events And Opportunities
Have questions? We have a variety of events and opportunities to show you the Statler College and to help you feel at home here.
Choose an event that works best for you!
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High School Visitation Day
We are excited for our fall recruitment events! You'll have options for how you would like to learn more about the College.We will have a VIRTUAL event on Saturday, October 9, 2021We will have an IN-PERSON event on Saturday, October 16, 2021At both events, you will:
- Meet current students
- Learn about opportunities to become involved and compete in student projects
- Meet the Dean and faculty
- Learn about Statler college admissions and scholarships
- Have all of your questions answered by our students and enrollment team
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In-Person Campus Tours
Starting April 22, 2021, we are excited to resume our in-person campus tours for prospective students!
- Statler College campus tours are open to all high school and transfer students
- Learn about what to expect your first year, get all of your college-related questions answered, and see our facilities
- Meet with professional recruitment staff and/or current Statler Ambassadors
- Statler College campus tours take approximately one hour
- We will provide you with a self-guided walking tour packet if you are not scheduled for a general campus visit with the Visitors Center
- We will have COVID safety procedures in place as part of your visit
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Statler College Virtual Tour
Can't make it to campus? No problem! Join us for this virtual visit. We will walk you through how our program is set up, let you hear from departmental faculty members, learn about where our young alumni have landed, and even virtually tour some labs and workspaces!
You can do this visit at any time or day that is convenient for you!
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Virtual One-on-one Meeting
Due to current events, we know traveling to campus is not an option, but we know that choosing where to go to college is important. If you would like to have a virtual meeting with a Statler College staff member or student ambassador, please complete our request form, and we will reach out to you as soon as possible.
We can set these up via zoom or phone, whichever you prefer!
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WVU Events
Explore WVU your way: campus visits, special events or online tours. (Hint: Try all the ways to really get to know us!)
Learn about Upcoming Events
Like what you see?
We can help you check-the-boxes to become a new Mountaineer!
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Request more Information
Tell us a little about yourself, and we'll add you to our mailing list to receive admissions brochures, emails, event announcements and deadline reminders.
Have a specific question? Search our frequently asked questions. If your question isn't answered there, try emailing our recruitment team or scheduling a call with a student ambassador. We're always happy to help.
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Apply to WVU
The fall 2021 application is now open! New this year, we have testless admission options for students who cannot take a standardized test due to testing date cancellations.
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Pay the Academic Deposit
The academic deposit saves your place in our incoming class and allows you to continue the admissions process. You cannot pay this deposit until you have been admitted.
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Apply for Housing
After paying the academic deposit, apply for housing and complete your profile. The sooner you apply, the sooner you’ll know where you’ll be living.
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Register for New Student Orientation
Next is NSO, where you’ll register for your first semester classes, hear from faculty and students and learn to navigate campus like a pro. Registration for NSO typically opens in March.
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Choose an Adventure
Adventure WV first-year trips are optional (but highly recommended!). Register early to secure your spot in your first-choice trip.
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Visit and Explore
While coming on campus for "traditional" visits can't happen right now, we encourage you to visit us virtually and explore all your options at WVU and the Statler College.
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Connect with us on Social Media
Want to stay up to date with everything happening at WVU and the Statler College? Make sure you follow us on our social media platforms!
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Meet our Team
Our team is excited to help you navigate your individual path to becoming a Mountaineer.
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Cate Schlobohm
Cate, our K12 outreach coordinator, joined the team in 2013. She focuses on undergraduate recruitment and initiatives to get K12 students thinking about engineering from a young age.
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Ryan Sigler
As the enrollment management coordinator, Ryan focuses on both undergraduate and graduate recruitment. He also coordinates scholarship opportunities for incoming and current Statler students. Ryan's professional tenure with WVU Statler started in 2007. -
Statler Ambassadors
Since 2012, our Statler Ambassador program has been an important part of the recruitment team in our college. This dedicated group of current undergraduate and graduate students holds a wide collection of experiences that they love to share with incoming students. There is nothing more authentic than hearing about WVU from these experts!
Additional resources
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Statler College Major Flyers
Read about each of our 13 undergraduate majors and see a sample four year curriculum for each.
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Statler College Viewbook
Read a high level overview of what the Statler College has to offer. Learn about majors, scholarships, admission criteria and where our students go after graduation. -
WVU Visitors Center
With so much to do and see at WVU, our Visitors Centers are the perfect first stop. Join us at either our Downtown Visitors Center or Evansdale Visitors Center to inquire about campus maps, directions, parking information, and brochures about the local area and West Virginia University.
Learn more about our Visitors Center
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View Campus Maps Meet Your Regional Admissions Counselor Learn more about WVU Admissions Take a Tour of Housing Take a Tour of WVU's CampusLearn more
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