
Topper Orientation Program
Take the next step towards making The Hill your home!

Log in to your application management portal and register for your TOP date.

Before you register for TOP, you can confirm or change your major from your application management portal.

Review parking availability, check-in locations, and day-of schedules before the big day.
Everything you need to know about Topper Orientation Program (TOP)!
TOP is an orientation program required for all freshman and transfer students planning to register for classes on the Main Campus. TOP helps you become more familiar with Western Kentucky University and provides an opportunity to meet with an academic advisor from your chosen major in a small group setting. You will also register for classes and receive a copy of your class schedule.
At least one week prior to your TOP, you will need to request that your high school send us your official transcript. While a final high school transcript (with graduation date) will be necessary eventually, if you will not have a graduation date in advance of TOP you can send an in-progress document for scheduling, and then just be sure to send us the final transcript after graduation.
If you completed colleges courses while in high school, official transcripts must be sent directly from the college awarding the credit to WKU by mail or through the National Student Clearinghouse. Once your official transcript is received, we will add your college work to your WKU record. WKU does not award credit for college courses posted on your high school transcript.
For information on how to send your documents to our office, click here.
At least one week prior to your TOP, you will need to request that your high school send us your official transcript. While a final high school transcript (with graduation date) will be necessary eventually, if you will not have a graduation date in advance of TOP you can send an in-progress document for scheduling, and then just be sure to send us the final transcript after graduation.
If you completed colleges courses while in high school, official transcripts must be sent directly from the college awarding the credit to WKU by mail or through the National Student Clearinghouse. Once your official transcript is received, we will add your college work to your WKU record. WKU does not award credit for college courses posted on your high school transcript.
For information on how to send your documents to our office, click here.
Registering for a TOP is the official way to confirm your attendance at WKU.
Additional questions?
Call us at 270-745-4242
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