GEAR UP SWV Announces Free Spring College Bus Tours for Students and Families
For Immediate Release
February 1, 2026
Athens, W.Va. – GEAR UP Southern West Virginia (SWV) is excited to announce a series of free college bus tours this spring for cohort students and their families. These visits offer an invaluable opportunity to explore higher education options, experience campus life firsthand, learn about academic programs, and connect with admissions representatives.
The upcoming tours include visits to West Virginia University (WVU) as well as WVU Tech and the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM).
WVU Bus Tour
- Registration Opens: February 2
- Registration Closes: March 1
- College Bus Tour Date: March 7
WVU Tech/WVSOM Bus Tour
- Registration Opens: February 23
- Registration Closes: March 22
- College Tour Date: March 28
These no-cost tours are designed to empower families with the information and experiences they need to make informed decisions about future college pathways. Students will have the opportunity to walk campus grounds, speak with current students and faculty, and gain insights into admissions procedures and academic offerings.
Registration is required, and spaces are limited. Families are encouraged to reserve their spots quickly. Families can register for the tour to WVU at this link: https://apps.concord.edu/forms/view.php?id=692363 beginning Monday, February 2.
Families can register for the WVUTech/SOM beginning Sunday, March 1, at this link: https://apps.concord.edu/forms/view.php?id=694451
For additional details or questions, please contact Family Engagement Coordinator, Catrice Robinson, at (304) 384-6231 or [email protected].
About GEAR UP SWV: GEAR UP Southern West Virginia (GEAR UP SWV) prepares students for success and careers after high school by providing tools, support, and real-world experiences. Serving the classes of 2028 and 2029 in Mercer, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, and Wyoming counties’ public schools, GEAR UP SWV also works with teachers, administrators, and families to strengthen the entire educational community.
GEAR UP SWV is a $20.3 million, 50% cost-share program led by Concord University in partnership with New River Community and Technical College. This program is part of the national Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) initiative, funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
The contents of this publication were developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. However, the contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education, and endorsement by the Federal Government should not be assumed.
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