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LOW-RESIDENCY COURSES

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Online and in-person, every so often

Some programs are offered online but require that students be on campus (or at another designated location) a few times during the semester. Low-residency courses are usually offered at the graduate level.

Low-residency programs provide students with a combination of online and in-person options. Some students need the flexibility of online courses, while others thrive in a traditional classroom setting. And although low-residency programs only account for a minority of degree options, they do represent an interesting choice for those who appreciate a great deal of academic freedom but still want the occasional campus visit.

Questions about low-residency courses and on-campus requirements should be directed to your program’s academic adviser.

Why It Works

Students have the opportunity to meet and engage with faculty in a face-to-face setting.

Students can network with peers in real time.

Students can meet in person with their mentors to discuss their individual paths and focus areas.

Many low-residencies offer students the option to travel abroad to fulfill this requirement.


WVU student walking on the downtown campus.

Find It on the Schedule

On the WVU course schedule, a low-residency course will show:

  • No meeting days or times (or TBA)*
    *Some on-campus (or another designated location) requirements exist. Required face-to-face meeting dates and times are determined by the course and/or program.
  • The campus or building location is “Online”

Low-Residency Course Screen

This is a Low-Residency Course

Low-Residency Schedule Builder

You’ll add the course as shown in the other examples, but you’ll need to pay special attention to the course note. This is just one example of a low-residency course. Please note that low-residency courses may have different requirements than what is shown in the example.