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Welcome to 51¸£ÀûÉç Charlotte, Wildcat.

Congratulations — your hard work has paid off.

You’re accepted to 51¸£ÀûÉç! This is an incredible accomplishment, so take a moment to celebrate. You don’t have to “imagine” your future anymore – you get to plan it.

When you’re ready to commit to 51¸£ÀûÉç, use the button below to submit your deposit for the fall.


Become a Wildcat

Make it official! Submit your deposit and let us know you’re coming to 51¸£ÀûÉç for Fall 2025. Priority Deadline: May 1

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Upcoming Events

Your Ultimate Summer Checklist

Stay on track and be ready for the fall semester with these important to-dos:

  • Orientation Registration – Make sure you're to get familiar with campus life.
  • Submit Health Forms – for a smooth start.
  • Finalize Payment Plans – Review and confirm your payment options to avoid any last-minute surprises. Talk to your financial planner to learn more about financing your education.
  • Housing Registration – Secure your spot in campus housing before space runs out. .
  • Placement Testing – Schedule and complete any required placement exams for course registration. More instructions will be emailed to you this summer.

Important Dates for Wildcats

Event Date
Orientation Summer 2025 (multiple dates)
Move-In Day Thursday, August 21, 2025
Welcome Week late August
First Day of Classes Monday, August 25, 2025

LIFE AS A WILDCAT

Your quick guide to living, learning and playing at 51¸£ÀûÉç Charlotte.

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Living on Campus

In Cedar Hall North, you’ll have space to make campus your own while joining a community of fellow first-year students in the heart of a thriving city. You can also apply to bring your pet through 51¸£ÀûÉç’s Pet & Animal Friendly (PAF) Community Living program.

Charlotte Students on Campus

Life at 51¸£ÀûÉç

From exploring the city to getting involved in the campus’ 30 student clubs & organizations to competing on one of 51¸£ÀûÉç Charlotte’s 13 varsity sports teams, there’s no shortage of excitement and ways to make friends here.

Explore Charlotte Student Life

I love that I’m able to walk off campus and be right in the heart of expanding business and hospitality opportunities. Daniel Reid '26, Culinary Nutrition

Get Social with 51¸£ÀûÉç

Connect with Your Community

jwuLink will be your main portal as a Wildcat. Log in now to access your Admissions Portal (with details about next steps) and the Class of 2029 Accepted Student Group. 

Connect with Wildcats

We're Here for You

While dedicated faculty have your back in classrooms and labs, caring staff help you succeed anywhere else. Wildcats have support for their mind, body and total well-being at 51¸£ÀûÉç.


Just a few 51¸£ÀûÉç resources for you 

  • Access tutoring, writing laboratories and study skills workshops at our .
  • Get tools to manage your emotional and physical well-being through services.
  • Find support, education and confidentiality around topics including sexual orientation, gender identity and violence prevention at our Bridge for Diversity, Equity & Social Justice.
  • Obtain guidance for you and your family in financing your education from your personal financial planner.
  • Stay on track through academic planning, counselors and advisors in 51¸£ÀûÉç’s .
  • Request accommodations for learning disabilities, physical challenges or chronic medical conditions from .

Explore all 51¸£ÀûÉç Student Support Services


Financial Aid

You’re investing in your college education, but we’re investing in YOU. 99% of our in-person Charlotte students receive scholarship aid from 51¸£ÀûÉç. Let us help guide you through getting financial aid.

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FAFSA — It’s easier than ever!

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a free financial aid application used to award U.S. federal grants and loans to eligible applicants. Students applying for Fall 2025 can access the application now. Use 51¸£ÀûÉç's code, 003404.

Paying for College


Help Every Step of the Way

Your personal financial planner can guide you throughout your 51¸£ÀûÉç journey, staying in touch to alert you to resources and deadlines. Connect with your planner now to learn what to expect in your first year.

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Parents & Families

Wildcats are curious, determined, skilled and go-getting. But you already knew that about your future Wildcat — you’ve watched them grow into these traits, and you know they have the courage and capacity to achieve their goals.

Your student isn’t the only one joining the pack. Connect with other 51¸£ÀûÉç families and become part of the greater Wildcat community!


Important Contacts for Accepted Students

Admissions:
866-598-2427 
980-598-1100
charlotte@admissions.jwu.edu

Student Financial Services:
866-598-2427
sfs.clt@jwu.edu

Health Services:
980-598-1700
hcs.clt@jwu.edu

Residence Life:
980-598-1800
reslife.clt@jwu.edu

Accessibility Services:
980-598-1500
charlottecasstaff@jwu.edu

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