Located in Morgantown, West Virginia University is comprised of many departments and colleges that offer various programs to its incoming students. Offering over 400 majors, the West Virginia University (WVU) is also known for its online courses and lectures.
Even though the number of academic programs is surprisingly high, the quality of education at WVU is still one of the best in the nation. The students at West Virginia University are awarded nation-wide prestigious scholarships due to their education received at WVU.
In addition to its nationally ranked status, West Virginia University offers great scholarships to its incoming students as well. Before we get too deep into scholarship values and requirements, please check the WVU Tuition Fees.
Types of Scholarships Offered at WVU
There are many sections and different categories of WVU scholarships, so make sure to check the eligibility requirements and specific details if you are interested.
1. WVU Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen (West Virginia Residents)
For students who are not West Virginia Residents, please visit the scholarship for Non-Residents or All Residents. Also, the scholarship list differs by year, so please check each scholarship list on the WVU website before getting too excited.
For West Virginia Residents, also check the scholarships for All Residents since it contains important information for you too!
A. WVU Foundation Scholarship
As one of the prestigious scholarships, the WVU Foundation Scholarship is a full-ride scholarship that is offered to academically talented students in West Virginia. To be considered for this scholarship, the applicant needs to meet the following requirements:
- Be a Graduate from a High School in West Virginia OR Be a Home Schooler at least Their Senior Year in West Virginia
- Maintained a Cumulative High School GPA of at least 3.80
- Scored at least 31 on ACT OR 1390 on SAT
Scholarship Value: Full Tuition + Stipend for Study Abroad
West Virginia University sets high academic standards for the Foundation Scholarship, and it encourages prospective students to apply as early as you can. Since this is a competitive scholarship, applicants need to submit the WVU Admissions Application, and, in addition, you also need to submit a separate scholarship application for the Foundation Scholarship.
Even though you might have higher academic achievements than the rest of the applicants, the WVU Scholarship Committee will not consider your application if the deadline is already passed. So make sure to check the application deadlines, and please apply as soon as possible.
For further information, visit WVU Foundation Scholarships.
To view more scholarships for West Virginia Residents, please click on WVU Freshmen Scholarship for WV Residents.
2. WVU Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen (Non-Residents of West Virginia)
There is a full-ride scholarship for even the non-residents of West Virginia, but that scholarship is included in the section down below since it is also available to all students. After looking through the scholarships that are left, the scholarship values are low but you can look at them in the link down below.
For more information, view WVU Freshmen Scholarships for Non-WV Residents.
A. WVU University Merit Scholarship
This scholarship also have certain requirements that are for a specific group of people, and the University Merit Scholarship has the following eligibility requirements:
- Be a National Merit Finalist or Achievement Finalist*
- Select WVU as His First Choice of Institution
- Maintained a Cumulative High School GPA of at least 3.50
*To be named a National Merit Finalist or Achievement Finalist, the high school students need to take the PSAT/NMSQT in their junior year. Also, they need a high score in order to be gain these titles from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Scholarship Value: Full Tuition + Stipend for Study Abroad
For further information, visit the WVU University Merit Scholarship.
Even for international students, West Virginia University has created a list of scholarships for students from foreign countries. In addition to scholarships, the WVU has included some tips and guidelines for international students as well.
For more information, view the WVU International Student Scholarship.
3. WVU Transfer Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen
Instead of listing separate scholarships for WVU transfer students, this post will include general eligibility requirements and the overarching scholarship value. Also, the application deadlines and scholarship values may change year by year, so please check the specific details in the West Virginia University’s homepage.
General Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be an Incoming Transfer Student to WVU
- Be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Maintained a Cumulative High School GPA of at least 3.0
- Be Transferring Between 12 to 115 Credit Hours
Scholarship Value: $11,000 ~ $1,500 Per Year
Since the transfer scholarships are renewable for four years, prospective transfer students should also check the renewal criteria for the WVU Transfer Scholarships. As I have mentioned before, application deadlines are important, so make sure to apply for this scholarship as early as you can!
For further information, visit WVU Transfer Scholarships.
4. WVU Departmental Scholarships
For prospective students who are already aiming at a particular major or a specific field, West Virginia University encourages students to delve deeper by visiting the WVU different departments and colleges. Offering many scholarships, the WVU Departments and Colleges have great incentives for students who are already interested in an undergraduate program.
For more information, view WVU Departmental / College Scholarships.
5. WVU Other Scholarship Opportunities
A. WVU Leadership Scholarships
Awarded to students who show exceptional potential in leadership, West Virginia University offers great scholarships to incoming freshmen who have received the highest levels of honor from nationally acclaimed organizations.
The WVU has limited the number of organizations and awards to the following: Boy Scouts of America (Eagle Scout Rank), Girl Scouts of the USA (Gold Award), 4-H*, Civil Air Patrol (Amelia Earhart Award), Boys and Girls Nation (Be Selected and Attend), American Heritage Girls and Boy Scouts of America Venturing (Star & Stripes Award).
*Be selected by a home state to be a delegate to the National 4-H Congress (Or received a charting pin in West Virginia)
To be considered for this scholarship, the applicant needs to receive one of the above awards and meet the general eligibility requirements:
- Be an Incoming Freshmen to WVU
- Maintained a Cumulative High School GPA of at least 3.0
- Scored at least 21 on the ACT OR 1070 on SAT
Scholarship Value: $500 Per Year*
*This scholarship is a supplemental scholarship, which can be stacked on top of any merit-based scholarship that you will receive.
For further information, visit WVU Leadership Scholarships.
B. WVU Diversity Scholarships
In order to encourage a diverse community within their WVU campus, West Virginia University has established diversity scholarships to award underrepresented talented students. To be considered, the following eligibility requirements must be met:
- Maintained a Cumulative High School GPA of at least 3.00
- Scored at least 21 on ACT OR 1070 on SAT
- Be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Submit FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Be Admitted as an Incoming Freshmen to West Virginia University*
- Turn in the WVU Diversity Scholarship Application
*Also, the applicant needs to be admitted to WVU’s Morgantown Campus in order to be considered for this scholarship.
Scholarship Value: $2,500 ~ $1,500 Per Year
For this scholarship, there are many application deadlines to consider since there is admissions application, FAFSA application, and the separate scholarship application. Make sure to note the deadlines for each since they are very important!
For more information, view WVU Diversity Scholarships.
C. WVU Study Abroad Scholarships
For students who are interested in study abroad experiences, West Virginia University offers different scholarships specifically for study abroad opportunities. After being admitted into WVU, the prospective student can also look at these scholarships if you are interested in being part of a study abroad program.
For further information, visit WVU Study Abroad Scholarships.
6. External Scholarships
In addition to WVU Scholarships, there are scholarships offered by private organizations and outside corporations. Opening opportunities to all scholarships, West Virginia University offers great opportunities to students who are still in need of financial aid.
West Virginia University does not just stop with external scholarships because it offers way more options to its incoming students. Available only to US Citizens or Permanent Residents, please check these additional external scholarship opportunities.
For further information, visit External Scholarships, State Scholarships, Tuition Waivers, and Osher Reentry Scholarship Program (Non-Traditional Students*).
*Non-traditional students are high school graduates who do not immediately go into college for their bachelor’s degree. Instead, the non-traditional students take a few years off before applying for their first undergraduate degree.
Conclusion: Applying for Aid
In addition to scholarships, the West Virginia University offers financial need assistance to students who demonstrate financial need. In order for the government, the state, and WVU to know your need, applicants need to fill out several requested financial aid forms.
For students who want more information regarding WVU financial aid, West Virginia University has listed key steps in their financial aid website. Make sure to visit the link down below for this important information.
For further information, visit WVU Applying for Aid.
This is the end of West Virginia University’s Scholarship Guide, and you can also visit Authority Scholarships for more helpful posts.
