Wilberforce University is a unique institution located in a state rich in America's private college tradition. Founded prior to the end of slavery in 1856, it is the nation's oldest, private African-American university. For 147 years WU has, through sheer force of will, provided young African-American students with a solid educational experience.

A Presidential Welcome
While you will only be able to sample a small part of Wilberforce on your virtual visit, you will walk away with a great feeling of exciting things...

The Wilberforce Mission
Wilberforce University has a deep commitment to provide academically excellent and relevant higher education, particularly for African-American...

The History of Wilberforce
Learn about the rich history of Wilberforce. This section includes a local history timeline, reproductions of rare historical documents and more.

Friends of Wilberforce
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A Snapshot of Wilberforce University
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August
1: New Student Orientation
6-7: Continuing Students Return, Faculty Institute
8: Classes Begin, Add/Drop Period Begins
17: Last Day to Add Classes
24:Last Day to Drop Courses Without W on Transcript

September
3: Labor Day Holiday
12: Junior Writing Proficiency Exam 6 - 8 p.m
18: John F. Morning Convocation of Excellence
24:Mid-Term Exams Begin
28: Mid-Term Exams End

October
1: Mid-Term Grades due in Registrar's Office
12:Last Day to Drop Courses with W on Transcript
29: Priority (Spring) Registration Begins

November
14: Last Day of Classes Priority (Spring) Registration Ends
15: Final Exams Begin
21: Final Exams End
22: Thanksgiving Holiday
30: Grades Due in Registrar's Office

December
1: Graduation Date



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