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Top 32 West Virginia Scholarships in April 2024

Written by Qiyam Stewart

Qiyam Stewart a former Scholarships360 writer who focuses on scholarships and financial aid. As an Admissions Fellow at Kenyon College, Qiyam has worked in the admissions office and interviewed prospective high school students applying to Kenyon. Qiyam currently attends Kenyon College as a Philosophy major and double concentration in Law & Society and African Diaspora Studies.

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Updated: April 3rd, 2024

West Virginia is known as the “Mountain State” because it is the one state that is completely within the Appalachian Mountain Range. West Virginia scholarships can help make your climb to financial success a reality–unlike educational loans, the scholarships listed here never need to be paid back!

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Scholarships360

Exclusive
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Scholarships360

Exclusive

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

St. Andrew’s Society of Washington DC Founders’ Scholarship

Offered by St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC

Are you a post-secondary student of Scottish birth or heritage? If so, the St. Andrew's Society of Washington DC Founders' Scholarship may be a great…Show More

Are you a post-secondary student of Scottish birth or heritage? If so, the St. Andrew's Society of Washington DC Founders' Scholarship may be a great…Show More

Are you a post-secondary student of Scottish birth or heritage? If so, the St. Andrew's Society of Washington DC Founders' Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to multiple post-secondary students of Scottish birth or heritage. Bear in mind that applicants from the United States must also hold permanent residence in the Mid-Atlantic Region (the District of Columbia, the States of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, West Virginia, and the Commonwealths of Pennsylvania and Virginia). Other evaluation criteria include an identifiable need for financial assistance, a meritorious academic record, and an indication that the proposed course of study will materially contribute to the applicant's intellectual development and economic independence. Special attention will be given to applicants whose work would enhance public knowledge of Scottish history or culture. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

$40,000 Build a College List Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application
Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Junior

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Junior
Apply

Hyman P. Moldover Scholarship for Communal Service

Offered by Jewish Social Service Agency

1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students

Offered by Jewish Social Service Agency

Are you a current or incoming Jewish graduate student living in the metropolitan Washington area? If so, consider applying for the Hyman P. Moldover Scholarship…Show More

Are you a current or incoming Jewish graduate student living in the metropolitan Washington area? If so, consider applying for the Hyman P. Moldover Scholarship…Show More

Are you a current or incoming Jewish graduate student living in the metropolitan Washington area? If so, consider applying for the Hyman P. Moldover Scholarship for Communal Service! The scholarship is open to Jewish students who have been accepted to full-time graduate programs in Jewish communal service. Applicants must also reside in the Washington metropolitan area and intend to professionally serve the Jewish community after graduation. The scholarship is offered by the Jewish Social Service Agency, a health and social wellness agency that provides services for the local Jewish community. Each year, they award $5,000 to help one lucky recipient fund their graduate education. If you are a Jewish graduate student who would like some help with your tuition, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students
Get Started

Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Niche

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy Application

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program

Offered by West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission

Multiple awards worth $10,000
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission

Are you a high school senior or recent high school graduate from West Virginia who is pursuing a career as an educator in the fields…Show More

Are you a high school senior or recent high school graduate from West Virginia who is pursuing a career as an educator in the fields…Show More

Are you a high school senior or recent high school graduate from West Virginia who is pursuing a career as an educator in the fields of math, science, elementary education, or special education? If so, the Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, up to 25 aspiring educators from West Virginia are chosen to receive $10,000 to go towards their post-secondary education. The scholarship can be received for up to four years, so long as the recipients continue to meet renewal requirements. Upon graduation from university, recipients of the scholarship are required to teach at a West Virginia public school in the fields of math, science, elementary education or special education under contract with a county board of education for a period of five consecutive years. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $10,000
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level High School Senior
Get Started

West Virginia Invests Grant

Offered by CollegeforWV.com

Multiple awards worth Full tuition & fees
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level College Underclassmen

Offered by CollegeforWV.com

The WV Invests Grant is a state-funded grant program that pays toward the full cost of basic tuition, mandatory fees, and academic program fees for…Show More

The WV Invests Grant is a state-funded grant program that pays toward the full cost of basic tuition, mandatory fees, and academic program fees for…Show More

The WV Invests Grant is a state-funded grant program that pays toward the full cost of basic tuition, mandatory fees, and academic program fees for students pursuing select certificate and associate degree programs at West Virginia public two- and four-year institutions. Priority is given to individuals pursuing programs in high-demand fields, such as information technology or healthcare, as determined by the West Virginia Department of Commerce. This is a last-dollar-in program, meaning it will pay for any amount up to the total cost of tuition, mandatory fees, and approved academic program fees not already covered by other state or federal grants or scholarships and institutional tuition waivers. If you're a post-secondary student in West Virginia, and especially if you're pursuing a high-demand field, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth Full tuition & fees
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level College Underclassmen
Get Started

$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship

Offered by Southeastern Theatre Conference

1 award worth $2,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by Southeastern Theatre Conference

The Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be entering a college or university in the Southeastern Theater Conference (SETC)…Show More

The Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be entering a college or university in the Southeastern Theater Conference (SETC)…Show More

The Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be entering a college or university in the Southeastern Theater Conference (SETC) region to major in theater. The SETC region includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. If you're a college-bound student in the SETC region with a passion for theater, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

1 award worth $2,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level High School Senior
Get Started

West Virginia Higher Education Grant Program

Offered by CollegeforWV.com

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College Students

Offered by CollegeforWV.com

Are you a West Virginia resident who is enrolled/will soon be enrolled at an institution of higher education in West Virginia or Pennsylvania as a…Show More

Are you a West Virginia resident who is enrolled/will soon be enrolled at an institution of higher education in West Virginia or Pennsylvania as a…Show More

Are you a West Virginia resident who is enrolled/will soon be enrolled at an institution of higher education in West Virginia or Pennsylvania as a full-time undergraduate student? If so, you may be eligible for the West Virginia Higher Education Grant Program! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to multiple such students who also demonstrate financial need. In order to apply, interested students must simply submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by April 15th. If you are selected for the grant, bear in mind that it may be renewed until your course of study is completed, but may not exceed an additional three academic years beyond the initial award. If you're a West Virginia resident who is/will be attending an in-state or Pennsylvania college or university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College Students
Get Started

$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Perryman Family Foundation College Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Perryman Family Foundation

Multiple awards worth $10,000 - $15,000
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

Offered by Perryman Family Foundation

The Perryman Family Foundation College Scholarship is funded by the Perryman Family Foundation, an organization established by James T. and Rose M. Perryman to "provide…Show More

The Perryman Family Foundation College Scholarship is funded by the Perryman Family Foundation, an organization established by James T. and Rose M. Perryman to "provide…Show More

The Perryman Family Foundation College Scholarship is funded by the Perryman Family Foundation, an organization established by James T. and Rose M. Perryman to "provide for the education of the next generation of innovators." Thus, each year, their Perryman Family Foundation College Scholarship awards up to $15,000 to multiple undergraduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and/or mathematics. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $10,000 - $15,000
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
Get Started

Southern Automotive Women’s Forum Scholarship

Offered by Southern Automotive Women's Forum

Multiple awards worth $1,000 - $5,000
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Southern Automotive Women's Forum

The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum Scholarship is open to female postsecondary students who are pursuing a STEM degree and interested in a career in STEM.…Show More

The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum Scholarship is open to female postsecondary students who are pursuing a STEM degree and interested in a career in STEM.…Show More

The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum Scholarship is open to female postsecondary students who are pursuing a STEM degree and interested in a career in STEM. Applicants must be attending an institution in a southern state (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Texas or West Virginia), and are eligible to earn between $1,000 and $5,000 to go toward their education. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more, and get a headstart on your career.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $1,000 - $5,000
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

$1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Appily

Easy Application
Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore

Offered by Appily

Easy Application

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore
Apply

West Virginia Engineering, Science and Technology Scholarship Program

Offered by West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission - Student Services

Multiple awards worth up to $3,000
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level College Students

Offered by West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission - Student Services

The West Virginia Engineering, Science, and Technology Scholarship (a.k.a. WV STEM Scholarship) Program is a student financial aid program designed to enable and encourage academically…Show More

The West Virginia Engineering, Science, and Technology Scholarship (a.k.a. WV STEM Scholarship) Program is a student financial aid program designed to enable and encourage academically…Show More

The West Virginia Engineering, Science, and Technology Scholarship (a.k.a. WV STEM Scholarship) Program is a student financial aid program designed to enable and encourage academically talented individuals to pursue careers in the fields of engineering, science, and technology in West Virginia. The scholarships, not to exceed $3,000 per academic year, are awarded on the basis of academic qualifications and interest in the fields of engineering, science, and technology. Each year, applications are accepted from October 1st to March 1st. If you're a college student pursuing careers in engineering, science, and technology in West Virginia, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $3,000
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level College Students
Get Started

West Virginia Promise Scholarship

Offered by CollegeforWV.com

Multiple awards worth up to $5,200
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by CollegeforWV.com

Are you a West Virginian graduating high school senior or graduate who will be attending in an in-state public college or university? If so, you…Show More

Are you a West Virginian graduating high school senior or graduate who will be attending in an in-state public college or university? If so, you…Show More

Are you a West Virginian graduating high school senior or graduate who will be attending in an in-state public college or university? If so, you may be eligible for the West Virginia Promise Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $5,200 to multiple such students who have also received a minimum 3.0 GPA and a composite ACT score of 21/SAT score of 1080 or higher. In order to apply, interested students must simply submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by March 1st. If you are selected for the grant, bear in mind that it may be renewed until your course of study is completed, but may not exceed an additional three academic years beyond the initial award. If you're a West Virginia resident who will be attending an in-state college or university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $5,200
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level High School Senior
Get Started

$5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application
1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Pritt Family Scholarship

Offered by The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation

120 awards worth $5,000
Expected deadline February 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

Offered by The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate at a public college or university in West Virginia? If so, consider applying for the Pritt Family Scholarship!…Show More

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate at a public college or university in West Virginia? If so, consider applying for the Pritt Family Scholarship!…Show More

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate at a public college or university in West Virginia? If so, consider applying for the Pritt Family Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to approximately 120 students who are currently or will soon be attending a public West Virginian university. Graduating high school seniors, current college freshmen, and college sophomores and above, respectively, must hold a minimum 2.7, 2.5, or 3.0 GPA to be considered for the scholarship. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

120 awards worth $5,000
Expected deadline February 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
Get Started

Jahlil Clements Scholarship

Offered by Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation

1 award worth $2,000
Expected deadline February 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation

The Jahlil Clements Scholarship is open to residents of Kanawha County, West Virginia, who are pursuing any college or technical training and are direct or…Show More

The Jahlil Clements Scholarship is open to residents of Kanawha County, West Virginia, who are pursuing any college or technical training and are direct or…Show More

The Jahlil Clements Scholarship is open to residents of Kanawha County, West Virginia, who are pursuing any college or technical training and are direct or indirect victims of domestic violence. To apply, interested students must submit evidence that may be in the form of a police report, referrals, and/or an essay written by the applicant. If you're eligible and would like help affording your education, we encourage you to apply.Show Less

1 award worth $2,000
Expected deadline February 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started
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How to win West Virginia scholarships

West Virginia is a unique state due to its mountainous terrain in the middle of the Appalachian Mountains. This distinctive landscape makes West Virginia a sought out state for college. 

In order to win West Virginia scholarships, you will need to connect this uniqueness of West Virginia to the uniqueness of you! Meaning, you should be connecting your passions and interests to West Virginia and how West Virginia has helped you reach your goals. 

For example, if you enjoy hiking the Appalachian Trail in West Virginia, maybe your career goal is to become a park ranger. If so, describe how you were inspired in your scholarship applications! This will cause scholarship admission boards to recognize you as someone who loves the state of West Virginia and wants to remain in West Virginia to complete your career goals. Ultimately, this will help you win West Virginia scholarships. 

Writing resources for writing West Virginia scholarships

West Virginia scholarships may call for you to write a 250 word essay or 500 word essay. These scholarships will typically require you to write an essay about yourself and to write a scholarship resume. Therefore, read over our Scholarships360 guide to finding and winning scholarships. Additionally, check out how to start and how to end a scholarship essay to ensure your scholarship essay will be flawless from head to toe! 

West Virginia student debt snapshot

According to the Department of Education, in total, West Virginia residents owe $7.2 billion in federal student loan debt. Student borrowers owe an average of $31,690 each (those numbers do not include private loans). Around 50.3% of loan borrowers are under the age of 35. As you are starting your higher education journey, remember that scholarships allow students to take fewer loans. Make sure that you apply to as many scholarships as you qualify for!

Keep on reading to learn more about merit scholarships in West Virginia colleges, as well as some top scholarships in West Virginia!

Merit scholarship at West Virginia colleges and universities

West Virginia University

  • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen who are admitted to West Virginia University and who demonstrate a strong academic record
  • Amount: $750 up to $16,000
  • Deadline: June 1

West Virginia State University

  • Eligibility: First year students who have strong academic merit, financial need, leadership, extracurricular activities, community service or any combination of these items
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: Varies

Marshall University

  • Eligibility: Freshmen who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and have a 3.0+ GPA and a 1030+ SAT
  • Amount: $750 up to $14,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Marshall University

Fairmont State University

  • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen who demonstrate competitive talent and academic merit 
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: March 1

Concord University

  • Eligibility: First year students who demonstrate high academic achievement
  • Amount: $1,000 up to $10,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Concord University

West Virginia Wesleyan College

  • Eligibility: Freshmen who have strong academic merit 
  • Amount: $13,000 up to $18,000
  • Deadline: Admission to West Virginia Wesleyan College

Consider in-state tuition and tuition reciprocity 

In-state tuition allows residents of a state to receive cheaper tuition for a college or university in their state. Additionally, many universities and colleges reserve scholarships and financial aid for in-state students, which helps reduce the cost of attending college for those who live there.

Here are a few well-known West Virginia universities and their in-state vs out-of-state tuition costs:

West Virginia University

  • In-state tuition: $9,648
  • Out-of-state tuition: $27,360

Marshall University

  • In-state tuition: $8,942
  • Out-of-state tuition: $20,294

How do you get in-state tuition? 

Being a West Virginia resident can greatly reduce the cost of tuition at West Virginia colleges and universities. In order to become a resident for tuition purposes, you will need to continuously reside in West Virginia prior to enrolling in any West Virginia institution. Additionally, you will need to provide proof of payment through WV income taxes, a WV motor vehicle registration, and a WV driver’s license. 

Does West Virginia offer tuition reciprocity? 

Yes, West Virginia is a part of the Academic Common Market tuition reciprocity program. This program is a limited regional reciprocity agreement among select Southern states where favorable college tuition rates in nearby states are sometimes possible through reciprocity. 

West Virginia scholarship spotlight

 West Virginia Invests Grant

  • Eligibility: Legal residents of West Virginia for a minimum of one year immediately before applying. Must be enrolled in college at least half-time
  • Amount: Full cost of tuition and fees
  • Deadline: Rolling

West Virginia Higher Education Grant Program

  • Eligibility: West Virginia high school graduates with financial need who are working towards their first undergraduate degree
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: April 15

West Virginia Nursing Scholarship Program

  • Eligibility: Students enrolled at least half-time in an accredited West Virginia nursing program and in good academic standing
  • Amount: Up to $15,000 
  • Deadline: June 1

Korean American Scholarship Foundation – Eastern Regional Chapter 

  • Eligibility: High school, undergraduate, and graduate students of Korean heritage with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must have financial need and live in the Eastern region states (Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia).
  • Amount: Up to $15,000 per year
  • Deadline: June 30

West Virginia Promise Scholarship

  • Eligibility: West Virginia high school graduates who plan to attend college in West Virginia with a 3.0+ GPA
  • Amount: Up to $5,200
  • Deadline: May 1

Additional West Virginia resources

West Virginia University Merit Scholarships

In-state and out-of-state West Virginia students who attend one of the four WVU campuses (located in Morgantown, Beckley, or Keyser, and are eligible for up to $16,000 per year in merit scholarships. Applicants are automatically considered when applying to WVU.

FAFSA Guide

On October 1st of every year, the FAFSA opens. In West Virginia, the deadline is April 15. Keep in mind that for the WV Higher Education Grant Program and WV Invests Grant consideration, you must apply before that deadline.

Frequently asked questions about West Virginia scholarships

What type of scholarships does West Virginia offer?

West Virginia offers a lot of different types of scholarships both for West Virginia residents and out-of-state students. These scholarships may include need-based scholarships, merit-based scholarships and scholarships specific to a certain demographic.

Do I need to be a West Virginia resident to receive West Virginia scholarships?

Not necessarily! Many West Virginia scholarships may require applicants to be residents; however, there are also many scholarships that are open to non-West Virginia residents. Ultimately, make sure you are researching scholarships that you fit the eligibility criteria for!
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