West Virginia Scholarships
Living or studying in West Virginia qualifies you for scholarships that most students never see: statewide awards restricted to WV residents, where the applicant pool is a fraction of any national contest. These verified awards sit on top of the national scholarships and West Virginia's own state aid programs, so treat them as one layer of a larger funding plan.
- Open scholarships
- 2
- Median award
- $4,000
- Largest award
- $4,000
- Next deadline
- Feb 5
AIA West Virginia Foundation for Architecture Scholarship
$4,000Annual: December 5West Virginia residents pursuing a NAAB-accredited architecture degree who demonstrate strong architectural ability, passion for the profession, and potential for success may apply for AIA West Virginia Foundation for Architecture scholarships. Eligible students include those who have completed six or more semesters in a NAAB-accredited Bachelor of Architecture program, or who are enrolled or accepted in a NAAB-accredited Master of Architecture program. Recipients receive $4,000. The number of awards varies with available funding. Projects demonstrating sustainable principles or environmental technologies may receive special consideration, and awardees are invited to the AIA West Virginia Design Awards Gala Dinner. Submit a completed application and portfolio. Semi-finalists are invited for an interview and portfolio presentation. Since 1986, AIA West Virginia has awarded more than $324,300 to 139 architecture students in the state.
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Amount variesDue Feb 5, 2027U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are high school seniors or college freshmen or sophomores under age 20 and residing in eligible states or the District of Columbia may apply. Applicants need a minimum 3.0 GPA (high school seniors) or 2.75 GPA (college students), plus demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, and financial need. Award amounts vary based on need and may renew for up to four academic years. Complete the application with details on honors, leadership, community service, financial need, and future goals. Funds must be used at an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Student-athletes in intercollegiate sports and exclusively online students are ineligible. The Jimmy Rane Foundation has awarded hundreds of scholarships to help deserving students pursue college educations.
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Common questions
How many West Virginia scholarships are there?
Award Scholar currently lists 2 verified scholarships for West Virginia students, with amounts and deadlines checked against each sponsor's official page. The median award is around $4,000, and the largest reaches $4,000.
What West Virginia financial aid exists beyond scholarships?
West Virginia runs its own aid programs, including West Virginia Higher Education Grant and PROMISE Scholarship, administered by College for West Virginia. File the FAFSA (PROMISE Scholarship: March 1, 2026. WV Higher Education Grant: April 15, 2026. WV Invests: April 15, 2026 for priority.) to unlock them, then stack private scholarships on top. See the full West Virginia financial aid guide for deadlines and eligibility.
Can West Virginia students also win national scholarships?
Yes. Statewide awards restrict the applicant pool to West Virginia residents, which improves your odds, but they are one layer. Most winning students combine state-restricted awards, national scholarships that match their profile, and state aid.
When is the next deadline?
The next verified deadline in this group is February 5, 2027. Deadlines are spread across the whole year, so a miss is never fatal — new windows open every month.