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The state saying for West Virginia may be, “Mountaineers Are Always Free.” But, after looking at the price of college tuition, it may be hard to believe. Luckily, there are plenty of college scholarships for West Virginia residents to help make this saying hold true. If you don’t currently live in West Virginia, but plan to attend one of its schools such as Marshall University, West Virginia University (WVU), West Virginia State University (WVSU), Mountain State University (MSU), or University of Charleston, you may also have the chance to go to school for free with these scholarships. Don’t miss your opportunity! Check out this directory of scholarships for students in West Virginia, and apply online today! For even more scholarships, fill out a free ScholarshipExperts profile to discover your personalized list of possible awards.

Fourth Circuit High School Essay Contest

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit is seeking submissions for its essay contest. The contest is open to all students currently in grades 9 through 12 from Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Students are invited to consider and share their thoughts on the question: “Is the Fourteenth Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause sufficient to secure the rights of all citizens, or is the ERA necessary to promote gender equality?
Award Amount

Total:  $13500

Awards:  3

Deadline

Deadline:  June 15

Korean American Scholarship Foundation-Eastern Regional Chapter

The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) – Eastern Regional Chapter (ERC) is pleased to announce a scholarship program in honor and recognition of 1.6 million American Veterans who served in the Korean War during the Korean War era (June 25, 1950–January 31, 1955). These men and women answered the call to fight for a country and people they never knew and never met. More than 54,000 Americans died and 103,000 were wounded. To express our gratitude to these veterans for their sacrifices, KASF-ERC will offer their descendants an opportunity to apply for a scholarship. KASF-ERC scholarship program will recognize outstanding students who have demonstrated outstanding talents and potential for success. Awardees will receive a check of $2,000 scholarships from KASF and be able to attend the KASF-ERC Award Ceremony & Banquet in Vienna, VA.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

The David Womack Memorial West Virginia LGBT Scholarship

While the IanThom Foundation makes grants throughout the year, the vast majority of our funds are distributed at the start of each calendar year. Many referrals come from friends and associates, and we encourage suggestions from our friends and applications from any qualified organizations. A number of arts grants are direct designated by the donors in memory of Thom and so do not go through the grant process.
Award Amount

Total:  $1000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

Beatrice Stephenson Lorentz Scholarship Fund

This award is for U.S. students from West Virginia who are high school graduates of Clay County High School. The applicant must have a 2.5 grade point average or higher, an ACT score of 20 or higher to be eligible, and attend college full-time.
Award Amount

Total:  $200

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

Robert D. Ashworth Scholarship Fund

This award is available for U.S. undergraduate students who are residents of West Virginia. Students must be a member (or immediate family is a member) of Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Charleston, West Virginia, have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and an ACT score of 20 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $7200

Awards:  4

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

Dr. Joseph C. Basile, II Scholarship Fund

This award is for U.S. students who are residents of West Virginia and are planning to major in education at a college in West Virginia. The applicant must have an ACT score of 20 or higher and a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $1500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

Bernardine Bess Scholarship Fund

This award is for U.S. students who are graduating seniors at St. Albans High School, in St. Albans, West Virginia. The applicant must have a 2.5 grade point average or higher and an ACT score of 20 or higher to be eligible.
Award Amount

Total:  $19200

Awards:  4

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

W. P. Black Scholarship Fund

This award is available for U.S. undergraduate students who are residents of West Virginia. Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and an ACT score of 20 or higher. Click here to learn more and apply today!
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

Bowles, McDavid, Graff and Love Scholarship Fund

This award is for a first-year law school student who is a resident of West Virginia and attending West Virginia University. The applicant must have a 2.5 grade point average or higher to be eligible.
Award Amount

Total:  $8000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

Adam S. Burford Scholarship Fund

This award is for U.S. students from West Virginia who are members of a Beta Theta Pi fraternity, and attend West Virginia University. The applicant must have a 3.0 grade point average or higher and an ACT score of 20 or higher to be eligible.
Award Amount

Total:  $900

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15