The first step in beginning your journey as a Wolf is to complete the tasks on the WOU Said Yes! checklist.

It’s especially important to have your WOU Portal and email set up and sign your Revolving Charge Contract (found on your WOU Portal).

If you’re looking to get ahead and learn more about academics at WOU, check out some of our online orientation modules!

The Revolving Charge Contract is a student’s promise to pay their charges, and is required for all students. It also outlines the option to pay in installments. The revolving charge contract is in your WOU Portal in your Business Services channel.

All new students must set up an advising appointment to get registered for classes. Be sure to check your WOU Email frequently for updates from your advisor!

For Winter 2026 students, advisors will begin reaching out starting around mid-November!

• First-Year Students: Check your WOU email starting November 21st to meet with your advisor. Class registration begins on November 24th.
• Transfer Students: Check your WOU email starting November 17th to meet with your advisor. Class registration begins on November 19th.

For Fall 2026 students, advisors will begin reaching out in May!

Once Financial Aid has been awarded, you’ll want to accept, decline, or reduce the amount of your Federal Direct Loans and Federal Work Study Award (if applicable) for it to apply to your student account.
To view and accept your financial aid award offer:

1. Login to your WOU Portal
2. Click the “Experience” icon at the top of the page
3. Click the “Services” button in the menu bar
4. Click the “OPEN YOUR STUDENTFORMS ACCOUNT” button and the “FA Dashboard” link to view your award offier.

WOU is required by law to ensure all students submit health history and immunization records. This can be done in a few different ways:

1. Email: Email records to health@wou.edu. Please note that email is not confidential.
2. In-Person: Bring your form to the Student Health & Counseling Center (SHCC) on campus.
3. By Mail: Send it via mail to this address:
      Student Health and Counseling Center
      Western Oregon University
      345 Monmouth Ave. N.
      Monmouth, OR 97361

• Submit Final Official High School Transcripts: First-year students must submit final official high school transcripts with senior year grades and graduation date. You can email your transcripts to admissions@wou.edu.
• Provide Other College/University Transcripts: If you’re transferring credits from another college or university, you must submit official transcripts to the Registrar’s Office.

Many classes require textbooks. You can see what textbooks you need for your courses on the WolfStore Website!

Find Textbooks

Fall orientation is your time to get to know all about WOU, make new friends, and explore various opportunities available to you as you embark on your journey as a Wolf!

2026 PACK Welcome Week will occur the week prior to fall classes beginning. More information coming soon!

After applying for housing, visit the Admitted Students New Residents page to find helpful tips for preparing for move-in day and answers to frequently asked questions!

Western has two TRIO Programs—the Student Enrichment Program (SEP) and Teacher Prep Student Support Services (TPSSS) for incoming students that identify as being first generation (neither parent graduated from a 4-year college), meet financial eligibility requirements, or are eligible to receive services through our Disability Access Services. These programs are a great resource that provides additional support year round, free First-Year Seminar classes, and more!

Apply for SEP  Apply for TPSSS

The On-Track program is designed to provide historically underrepresented and underserved college students with a support program that will assist in ensuring academic and personal success, as well as provide opportunities for social development.

Learn More & Apply

Disability Access Services (DAS) intentionally provides individually tailored, reasonable accommodations for the Western Oregon University (WOU) community and its programs. Acting under the values of DAS, we aim to cultivate lifelong learning, personal growth, and self-advocacy.

If you would like to request a disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, complete the online request form at least three (3) business days in advance. If you are faculty or staff and have questions, please contact Human Resources at 503-838-8490 or email hr@wou.edu. If you are a student or community member and have questions, please contact Disability Access Services (DAS) at 503-838-8250 or das@wou.edu.

Apply for Accommodations

Western Oregon University is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community. If you’d like to change your preferred name in WOU systems, you can do so online!

Learn More About Changing Your Name  Change Your Preferred Name

To really know what you need for your future, we encourage you to try it out first! The Center for Professional Pathways (CPP) can help connect you with opportunities to give you necessary skills and experience that you will need for your careers down the road. More information about the Center for Professional Pathways can be found here.
To find out more about student employment opportunities visit the CPP website for general information or go directly to Wolflink (also known as Handshake) located at the top of your WOU Portal to see current postings!

If you plan on parking on campus while you’re here, you need to purchase a year-long parking permit.

Parking permits can be purchased on your WOU Portal page. Click on the “Buy a Parking Permit” module located in the right hand column and follow the on-screen instructions.