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West Virginia Higher Education Grant

The West Virginia Higher Education Grant was established in 1968 for West Virginia residents who have lived in West Virginia for at least 12 months. The award provides up to $2,600 on a first dollar basis at any in-state public or private 2-year or 4-year institution in West Virginia or Pennsylvania. Students must also meet income requirements. The program is funded by a West Virginia state appropriation.

Year the Program was Founded 

1968

Promise Typology Category 

State need-based aid programs

State 

West Virginia

Residency Requirement 

State

K-12 School Attendance Requirement 

N/A

Type of Award 

Financial Award

Financial Award is Limited to Students with Financial Need 

Yes

Financial Award is Limited to Students who Meet Academic Achievement Requirements 

No

Disbursement of Financial Aid 

First Dollar

Year Requirement for Full Aid 

1

Sponsored by Single Agency 

Yes

Program Offers Support Services 

Yes