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Welcome to 鶹ýProvidence, Wildcat.

Congratulations — your hard work has paid off.

You’re accepted to JWU! 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 JWU, use the button below to submit your deposit for the fall.


Become a Wildcat

Make it official! Pay the deposit and let us know you’re coming to 鶹ýfor 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 Saturday, August 23, 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 鶹ýProvidence

Students moving into 鶹ýProvidence campus

Living on Campus

With a range of living options, there’s space for you on campus to make your own. On JWU’s Downcity Campus, you can opt for pet-friendly housing in either McNulty Hall or Snowden Hall, or could opt for a single, double or triple residence at Xavier Hall. At the Harborside Campus, you can find pet-friendly housing at South Hall and Harbor View.

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Life at JWU

From exploring the city to getting involved in the campus’ 85+ student clubs & organizations to competing on one of 鶹ýProvidence’s 18 varsity sports teams, there’s no shortage of excitement and ways to make friends here.

Explore Providence Student Life

I just really like how 鶹ýis close to everything and everything is in walking distance. Kristina Veszeleiova ’25, Psychology/Criminal Justice (double major)

Get Social with JWU


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 JWU.


Just a few 鶹ýresources 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 JWU’s .
  • Request accommodations for learning disabilities, physical challenges or chronic medical conditions from .

Explore all 鶹ýStudent Support Services


Financial Aid

You’re investing in your college education, but we’re investing in YOU. 98% of our in-person Providence students receive scholarship aid from JWU. 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 JWU's code, 003404. 

Paying for College


Help Every Step of the Way

Your personal financial planner can guide you throughout your 鶹ýjourney, staying in touch to alert you to resources and deadlines. Connect with your planner now to learn what to expect in your first year.

Meet My Planner


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 鶹ýfamilies and become part of the greater Wildcat community!


Important Contacts for Accepted Students

Admissions:
401-598-1000
providence@admissions.jwu.edu

Student Financial Services:
401-598-1468
sfs.pvd@jwu.edu

Health Services:
401-598-1104 (Downcity)
401-598-1151 (Harborside)
healthservices.pvd@jwu.edu

Residence Life:
401-598-1141
reslife.pvd@jwu.edu

Accessibility Services:
401-598-4660
accessibility.pvd@jwu.edu

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