Financial Aid
Scholarships
The 2024-25 FAFSA deadline has been extended to May 1 for Promise Scholarship consideration!
If you have any questions and for support in completing your FAFSA, please contact Outreach@wvhepc.edu.
Graduating high school with a 3.0 GPA or better? You may be eligible. Cash in on all your hard work with the Promise Scholarship – and get thousands of dollars every year to pursue your college dream in West Virginia.
The Promise Scholarship is a merit-based financial aid program for West Virginia high school graduates planning to attend one of the state’s public or independent two- or four-year institutions.
Students who achieve certain academic requirements can receive up to $5,200, starting with the 2023-2024 academic year, in annual awards to cover tuition and mandatory fees. Awards are contingent upon annual funding of the program by the West Virginia State Legislature.
Click here to apply for the Promise Scholarship!
West Virginia Invests Grant
West Virginia Invests is a last-dollar-in financial aid program designed to cover the cost of tuition, mandatory fees and approved academic program fees for certificate or associate degree programs in specific high-demand fields, as determined by the West Virginia Department of Commerce, at a participating West Virginia public two- or four-year institution. With 75% of jobs in the current economy requiring postsecondary education or training, the West Virginia Invests Grant Program is designed to help more West Virginians like you earn the credentials you need to land a rewarding career right here at home.
Click here to apply for the WV Invests Grant!
West Virginia’s newest, most prestigious scholarship – the Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program – helps recent high school graduates pursue rewarding careers as WV teachers in math, science, elementary education or special education. Learn more here!
WVSAM is the new student portal to submit applications for state financial aid (such as Promise, WV Invests, and Underwood-Smith), check the status of your application, ask questions, upload documents, and view your award information.
Click here to log in to WVSAM
Stay Up-to-Date on Financial Aid Opportunities by Signing Up for Txt 4 Success:
Students can sign up by texting "CFWV" to (304) 912-CFWV or by visiting CFWV.com.
Fairmont State
merit scholarships
WVU Merit Scholarships
How admitted WVU students can update the GPA for scholarship consideration.
The GPA is not automatically updated if a student or school sends a new transcript.
Students must submit the GPA Update Request form to request an evaluation if a change has occurred.
The Office of Admissions will not recalculate GPA; an evaluation requires an updated calculation reported on the high school transcript. An unofficial copy can be used.
Deadline for GPA adjustments and scholarship consideration is June 1. Additional information can be found here.
Scholarship Opportunities
(click on links to view more info)
Scholarship Newsletters
February Scholarship Newsletter- Deadlines between February 20th - April 25th, 2024
April Scholarship Newsletter - Deadlines between April 30 - July 31, 2024
Scholarships - Deadlines April 29 - May 1, 2024
Scholarship Databases
Student Scholarships.org - largest collection of scholarships on the web!
Fastweb - FREE scholarship search platform!
Individual Scholarships
The WV Scholar Program - Current juniors (class of 2025) are now able to apply for the WV Scholar Program, which covers four years of tuition, room & board, and fees (worth over $160,000) at West Virginia Wesleyan College. Deadline is April 28, 2024
Live it Up Women in Healthcare Scholarship
Amount: $500
Application deadline: May 1
Eligibility: Student women pursuing any degree in the healthcare field. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://letsliveitup.com/blogs/supergreens/best-super-greens-powders#scholarship
Recurring: Quarterly
Learner Innovators of Color in STEM Scholarship
Amount: $500
Application deadline: July 1
Eligibility: Students of color pursuing a degree in any STEM majors. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://www.learner.com/math-tutoring/geometry#geometry-scholarship
Recurring: Annually
Learner Mental Health Empowerment Scholarship
Amount: $500
Application deadline: July 1
Eligibility: Any student that has ever or currently faces mental health challenges. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://www.learner.com/math-tutoring/algebra-1#algebra-scholarship
Recurring: Annually
New! Washington Scots Charity & Education Fund Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2024
For: Students of Scottish descent
Link: http://bit.ly/2krDaS5
New! Pureland Supply Scholarship
Deadline: May 1, 2024
For: Students accepted in an accredited trade school, vocational school or community college
Link: https://bit.ly/2AWrz9W
New! Rover Scholarship
Deadline: May 1, 2024
For: High school seniors, current college students, graduate students
Link: https://bit.ly/2keXJDh
New! Create a Greeting Card Scholarship
Deadline: May 15, 2024
For: High school students and current college students
Link: https://bit.ly/2pszvWe
New! West Virginia Division of Highways Scholarship
Deadline: May 31, 2024
For: College juniors studying engineering, accounting, or a Juris Doctorate degree
Link: http://bit.ly/2AKLZiN
New! The Spirt of Giving Scholarship
Deadline: July 31, 2024
For: High school seniors and current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/2FCo1Kb
FormSwift Scholarship Program
Deadline: Varies
For: High school seniors and college students
Link: https://bit.ly/32gp0uF
Army ROTC Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/3KcErra
Horatio Alger Association Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
For: Multiple scholarships for high school students
Link: http://bit.ly/2spAclw
Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
For: West Virginia students in Berkeley, Morgan, and Jefferson counties
Link: https://bit.ly/2OurEXn
SallieMae Plan for College Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: Current students
Link: http://bit.ly/2BqNC5H
New! Courage to Grow Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: High school juniors and seniors; current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/1GkOxRd
LA Tutors Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: High school students, college students
Link: https://bit.ly/2nHpSkK
Course Hero Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: Current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/28YHUHf
PASSED DEADLINES:
New! The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
Deadline: February 1, 2024
For: Multiple scholarships
Link: https://bit.ly/2KCJoMX
Learner Women in STEM Scholarship
Amount: $500
Application deadline: February 1
Eligibility: Women pursuing degrees in STEM. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://www.learner.com/city/chicago-math-tutors#scholarship
Recurring: Annually
American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship
Deadline: January 31, 2024
Amount: $10,000
Voice of Democracy Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2023
For: High school juniors and seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/2T16pxm
American Bullion Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2023
For: Current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/2qo43ZJ
The Ayn Rand Scholarship
Deadline: November 6, 2023
For: High school seniors, current college students, and graduate students
Link: https://bit.ly/1EsCq4f
VFW Voice of Democracy - Enter the VFW Voice of Democracy scholarship competition! Write and record an audio essay on the theme: "What are the greatest attributes of our Democracy?" Grand prize is $35,000. Deadline is October 31!
New! Jack Kent Cookie Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: November 16, 2023
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/3frp52w
HeySunday Annual Eco-Warrior Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Application deadline: December 1
Eligibility: Believes living sustainably is important. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.
Link to apply: https://heysunday.com/products/our-best-selling-detergent-sheets?selling_plan=4412145951#scholarship
Recurring: Annually
Top Nutrition Coaching First-Gen Futures Quarterly Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Application deadline: December 1
Eligibility: First-generation college student. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.
Link to apply: https://www.topnutritioncoaching.com/nutritionists-near-me#scholarship
Recurring: Quarterly
Utah State University - Admissions: https://www.usu.edu/admissions/apply/
Scholarships: https://www.usu.edu/admissions/costs-and-aid/#index
DEADLINE: December 1, 2023 for Fall 2024
We offer 1, 2 and 4-year scholarships.
Using the above link – find the Nonresident Scholarship index page. Find the student’s unweighted GPA down the left-hand side, their test scores across the top, where the row and column intersect will give them a number. If they fall within the sections for an 81 and above, they will receive the corresponding scholarship.
Because we are test optional, if a student would like to qualify for academic scholarships based on GPA and course rigor only, then they will need to fill out a free Comprehensive Scholarship Review (after they have been admitted): https://www.usu.edu/admissions/costs-and-aid/
Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF)
Scholarship: Grants of up to 35,000 to supplement financial aid received
Deadline: January 10, 2024
Image America Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2023
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/2Wi48iY
New! Wealth Wise Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2023
For: Undergraduate and graduate students seeking a career in the finance industry
Link: https://bit.ly/2Ot8iQ5
New! NACE Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: January 1, 2024
For: Multiple scholarships for current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/1U4LWiT
New! Love Your Career Scholarship
Deadline: January 10, 2024
For: Current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/2eZRSv0
New! The Barry Goldwater Scholarship
Deadline: January 26, 2024
For: Current college students
Link: https://bit.ly/2AWrtiA
Citizens Bank of WV Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program
Scholarship: $400,000 in awards including a FULL 4 - year tuition scholarship to Davis & Elkins College
Eligibility: Open to all WV high school seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Deadline: November 26
January Scholarship Newsletter - Deadlines between January 31 - February 29, 2024
Deadline: March 1, 2024
Amount: $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters!
March Scholarship Newsletter - Deadlines through April 12, 2024
The Women in Novelis (WiN) Scholarship - This is for students pursuing a 2- or 4- year degree in STEM, business, safety, or a skilled trade. GPA could be considered but is not a determining factor. Three awards will be given in the amounts of $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000 based on the discretion of the Women in Novelis committee at Novelis Fairmont.
Deadline: March 31, 2024
The Albert Yanni Scholarship is now open! Students may apply here! This scholarship provides high-quality career and technical education (CTE) students with an opportunity to pursue advanced education and/or training related to their career aspirations. A one-time scholarship of $2,000.00 will be awarded to students selected by a committee of West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) personnel.
Deadline April 15, 2024
John and Mildred Peluso Italian-American Scholarship at West Virginia University.
Deadline: April 1, 2024
Check this one out! Federal Pell Grant
For: 12th graders; college students; adult learners
Link: https://studentaid.gov/fafsa
Deadline: March 31, 2024
Description: To help support a student studying healthcare management. We’re asking that you share this information with incoming students majoring in healthcare administration or healthcare management.
Columbo F. Bandiera Scholarship
Deadline: March 29, 2024
Amount: (3) $1,200 Scholarships
Deadline: March 5, 2024
Lockhead Martin Vocational Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2024
Amount: $5000 up to 150 recipients
Health Career Scholarship Application
Deadline: March 29, 2024
Amount: $1,000 per school term ($500 per semester) for a maximum of 4 years ($4,000)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 1. Be a resident of one of one of the following counties at the time of application: WV: Barbour, Braxton, Gilmer, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker, Upshur and Wetzel PA: Fayette and Greene
** All Mon Health employees and their children are eligible to apply regardless of county of residence
Learner Online Learning Innovator Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Application deadline: April 1
Eligibility: Students who leverage online resources to enhance their learning. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://www.learner.com/#scholarship
Recurring: Annually
Top Nutrition Coaching Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship
Amount: $500
Application deadline: April 1
Eligibility: Students of military families. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://www.topnutritioncoaching.com/blog/best-greens-powders#scholarship
Recurring: Annually
Live it Up’s Quarterly Community Health Ambassador Scholarship for Nursing Students
Amount: $1,000
Application deadline: March 1
Eligibility: All nursing students. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students.
Link to apply: https://letsliveitup.com/products/supergreens#scholarship
Recurring: Quarterly
Scholarship: offers several $500 scholarships to graduating seniors.
Deadline: February 1, 2024.
New! Why Diplomacy & Peacebuilding Matter Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2024
For: High school students
Link: http://bit.ly/2t6cbAi
Prudential Emerging Visionaries - $15,000.00 in awards and an all expense paid trip to Prudential Headquarters in Newark, New Jersey.
WV Alpha Delta Kappa - Maryida Mosby Travel Scholarship
$1,000.00 Scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding 10th or 11th grade student interested in traveling during the WV Alpha Delta Kappa State Convention in April.
Applications available in Counseling Center (see Ms. Watson)
Deadline - December 20, 2023.
Claire M. Laplante Engineering Scholarship - $50,000 awarded to one WV resident completing high school and attending WVU's Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering. Deadline - February 21, 2024
Deadline: January 10, 2024 for Fall 2024
NC State Park Scholarships - The Park Scholarships program provides a four-year scholarship to NC State University awarded on the basis of outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service and character.
WV Lions Youth Camps and Exchange Scholarship - all students grades 10-12 can win a $1600.00 scholarship.
Lyceum Scholars Program - Clemson University offers $10,000 scholarships for undergraduates to study the moral, political, and economic foundations of a free society.
Quarterly Mental Health Scholarship for Women
Amount: $500
Application deadline: February 1
Eligibility: Women who prioritize their mental health. Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.
Link to apply: https://www.adhdadvisor.org/adhd/online-diagnosis#scholarship
Recurring: Quarterly