The West Liberty University Scholars Program was established to attract top academic students. Students entering as a first-time freshman may qualify for one of three designations within the Scholars Program. In addition to receiving a four-year academic scholarship, students receive other benefits under this program.
Elbin Scholars
Students accepted for admission with at least a 3.75 high school grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) and at least an ACT composite score of 27 (1290 SAT combined ERW/Math) are designated as Elbin Scholars. The Elbin Scholar designation is the highest scholar designation, and is named in honor of Dr. Paul N. Elbin, who was President of the College for 35 years.
Students admitted as Elbin Scholars receive:
- General studies credit based on ACT sub scores of 27 (630) or higher Priority scheduling
- Opportunity to join the Honors College as a freshman
- Transcript designation as an Elbin Scholar Recognition at graduation as an Elbin Scholar
To maintain in the Scholars Program, an Elbin Scholar must maintain full-time enrollment and a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
Presidential Scholars
Students accepted for admission with at least a 3.75 high school grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) and an ACT composite score between 24-26 (1160-1280 SAT combined ERW/Math) are designated as Presidential Scholars.
Students submitted as Presidential Scholars receive:
- General studies credit based on ACT sub scores of 27 (630 SAT) or higher
- Transcript designation as a Presidential Scholar
- Recognition at graduation as a Presidential Scholar
To maintain participation in the program, a Presidential Scholar must maintain full-time enrollment and a 3.50 cumulative grade point average.
Foundation Scholars
Students accepted for admission with at least a 3.75 high school grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) and an ACT composite of 22-23 (1100-1150 SAT combined ERW/Math) are designated as Foundation Scholars.
Students admitted as Foundation Scholars receive:
- General studies credit based on ACT sub scores of 27 (630 SAT) or higher
- Transcript designation as a Foundation Scholar
- Recognition at graduation as a Foundation Scholar
To maintain participation in the program, a Foundation Scholar must maintain full-time enrollment and a 3.50 cumulative grade point average.
Beginning Fall 2017, Transfer students will be eligible for the following scholarships, should they only have attended one other institution for one year or less and would have met the requirements upon High School Graduation.
Elbin – Full Ride
| GPA (Based on 4.0 Scale): 4.00 |
| Minimum ACT Score: 30 + |
| Minimum SAT Score: 1400 + |
| Yearly Amount: Full Tuition, Fees, Room and Board |
Elbin
| GPA (Based on 4.0 Scale): 3.75 |
| Minimum ACT Score: 27 + |
| Minimum SAT Score: 1290 + |
| Yearly Amount: $4,000 In-state, $12,000 Out-of-State |
Presidential Scholars
| GPA (Based on 4.0 Scale): 3.75 |
| Minimum ACT Score: 24 – 26 |
| Minimum SAT Score: 1160-1280 |
| Yearly Amount: $3,000 In-state, $7,500 Out-of-State |
Foundation Scholars
- GPA (Based on 4.0 Scale): 3.75
- Minimum ACT Score: 22 – 23
- Minimum SAT Score: 1100-1150
- Yearly Amount: $2,000
Black and Gold Scholarship
- GPA (Based on 4.0 Scale): 3.50
- Minimum ACT Score: 22 +
- Minimum SAT Score: 1100 +
- Yearly Amount: $1,000
All ACT portions of one ACT testing date are used for the composite score – West Liberty University does not super-score. The SAT scores are based off of the ERW and Math portions only beginning with the March 2016 tests. West Liberty will convert any “old SAT tests scores” that were taking prior to the March 2016 tests. West Liberty University does not calculate the Optional Writing portion of the test.
To maintain a scholarship, a student must complete 30 hours in the Academic Year each year while earning a 3.25 cumulative GPA. If you are receiving an Undergraduate Scholarship, it can only be applied towards tuition and fees. It cannot be applied to any other charges. It may be canceled or reduced if you receive any other tuition based award. If your award contains a “Housing Scholarship,” you can only receive this if you live in a campus owned residence hall. It cannot be applied to any other charges. It may be canceled or reduced if you receive any other housing award.
University Scholarship – Transfers
Offered to first-time transfer students (previous West Liberty Students not eligible) who have completed a minimum of 24 semester credit hours with a minimum grade point average of a 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale). The scholarship will be $2000 per year renewable for up to three years, beginning with the Fall 2011 semester. Student must complete 30 hours in the Fall and Spring semesters and maintain a 3.25 GPA for renewal. Incoming transfer students must be accepted by June 15th to receive the University Scholarship.
Promise Plus Scholarship
Offered to any student enrolling as a first-time freshman at West Liberty, who has been awarded the WV PROMISE Scholarship. In addition to the PROMISE Scholarship, the student will receive a guaranteed $1000 a year for four years. (If a student receives another institutional scholarship of at least $1000 for four years, he/she would not be eligible for the PROMISE Plus Scholarship).
International Student Housing Grants
Available to international students from select targeted areas. Awards determined by Coordinator of International Student Recruiting. For more information contact Mihaela Szabo at 304-336-8270; toll free 1-866-WESTLIB x8270 or [email protected].
Foundation Scholarships
VARIOUS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
WLU Foundation Scholarships were established and funded by individuals or organizations to provide an opportunity to WLU students. The WLU Foundation is pleased to manage over 120 scholarship funds. A list of scholarships can be found at: http://wlufoundation.org/scholarships/.
Art
Art Scholarship Competition
Four-year scholarship for an incoming freshman, who wishes to major in Art. Students must submit a portfolio of at least six pieces of original work. Contact Chairperson, Department of Arts and Communications. (304) 336-8006
Athletics
Athletic Scholarships
Athletic Scholarship are awarded by the Coach of each sport. Please visit the Athletic Homepage for additional information and contact information for each Coach.
General
Project Best Scholarship
Student with high academic ability who is an employee, spouse, or child of an employee of a participating upper Ohio Valley contractor or participating construction trade union. Contact Project Best, 21 Armory Drive, Wheeling, WV 26003.
Music
Various Music Scholarships
The Music Department has their scholarships listed separately on their website: https://westliberty.edu/music/scholarships/
Other
Promise Scholarship
The West Virginia PROMISE (Providing Real Opportunities for Maximizing In-state Student Excellence) Scholarship Program, approved by the Legislature in 1999, offers each West Virginia high school graduate who completes school in West Virginia with a 3.0 grade point average in the core and overall coursework as well as a composite ACT score of at least 22 with minimum subject scores of 20 in each of the four areas, math, science, English, and reading, or a combined SAT score of 1020 with a minimum score of 490 in critical reading and 480 in math.
For more information call:
- 1 - 877 - WV - PROMISE
- or visit their website at: https://secure.cfwv.com/
Silver Bears Alumni Scholarship
The Silver Bears Scholarship endowment was established by a group of WLU alumni known as the “Silver Bears.” The group decided that they would contribute to a scholarship fund to financially aid the children and grandchildren of WLU Alumni. The amount of yearly scholarship will be $1,500, being award at $750 per semester. Download the Scholarship Application. The Scholarship application deadline is March 31, 2019.
Undergraduate Scholarships for Siblings
Two Undergraduate Scholarships in the amount of $1500 per year are available for entering first-time freshman for the fall 2017 semester. The waivers will be awarded to first-time freshman who will also have a brother or sister enrolled at West Liberty during the fall 2017 semester. Must be a legal resident of West Virginia to apply. For additional information or to request an application click the link below or contact the Financial Aid Office. Application Deadline: June 1, 2019.
