About Us

Mission Statement:

The Office of Graduate Education & Life actively supports the holistic development of WVU’s graduate and professional students to advance their scholarship, professionalization, and personal growth. Working collaboratively with academic programs, we are committed to providing a rich learning environment that attracts and retains students who work closely with faculty to effectively meet the evolving needs of the State of West Virginia, the nation, and the global community through advanced graduate training.

Welcome to the West Virginia University Graduate Education & Life website. As a graduate student, you are a vital and valued part of the WVU academic community. Your time in graduate or professional school will be challenging, but it will also be the most inspiring and exciting time of your academic career.

You will discover your intellectual passion, be surrounded by like-minded peers, and receive the knowledge and skills needed to excel as a researcher, teacher, performer, creator, practitioner, and lifelong learner. You will work with faculty experts, utilize state-of-the-art facilities, and enjoy a balanced living experience while a graduate student at WVU.

Complementing and enriching the degree-granting programs of WVU’s thirteen colleges and schools are the activities of the Office of Graduate Education & Life. We offer a wide range of training and support activities that promote your professional development and future career aspirations. Our goal is to provide you with the practical tools you need to attain positions in academia, government, and the non-profit and corporate sectors.

Students, alumni, and faculty will find news on our website of graduate student academic and training activities, policies and procedures, and funding opportunities. If you do not find what you need, feel free to contact any member of the Graduate Education Team.

We look forward to working with you!