I'm a high school junior in West Virginia and I'm trying to compile a list of scholarships that I might be eligible for. Are there any scholarships specifically for WV students that I might not know about? I'd love to hear about opportunities I should be considering, whether they're state-based or available to WV residents specifically. Any advice or suggestions for where to start my search?
Decoding the scholarship landscape can be intimidating, but you're off to a great start by beginning your search early. As a West Virginia (WV) student, you have access to various local and state-based scholarships that specifically cater to your demographic. Here are a few examples:
1. WV PROMISE Scholarship: This is a merit-based financial aid program for WV residents. The award covers tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility criteria includes a minimum GPA and standardized test scores.
2. The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Scholarships: They offer various scholarships with different criteria which can range from intended area of study to financial need to a specific high school.
3. Bucklew Scholars Program: It's offered exclusively to WV high school students planning to attend West Virginia University. A point to note is that Bucklew Scholars are automatically considered for the Foundation Scholarship, WVU’s most prestigious scholarship.
4. Mensa Foundation Scholarship: If you join Mensa (an organization for people who score in the top 2% on an accepted standardized intelligence test), you can apply for their scholarships that have no ethnic or gender restrictions.
The process doesn't stop at discovery; you should also keep track of due dates for submission, ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria, and make your applications as personalized and unique as possible. When reading scholarship requirements, be sure to pay special attention to what exactly each foundation or committee is looking for in a candidate. I wish you the best of luck with your scholarship search!
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