News

Important Updates

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the WV Higher Education Policy Commission has approved temporary modifications to qualify for (class of 2020 and class of 2021) and renewal (2019-20) for WV financial aid programs. Click here for more information regarding these changes.

Financial Aid Workshop Series Schedule

Learn more about West Virginia's 2020-21 Statewide Financial Aid Workshop Series.

School of Excellence Award

Hedgesville High School has been named a recipient of the 2019 American College Application Campaign's 2019 School of Excellence Award. Learn more.

Champion of College Access and Success' Awards

Eighteen high schools across West Virginia recognized for strong efforts to help students plan for college. Learn More.

Resources

CFWV Resources

The College Foundation of West Virginia provides free downloadable materials to public and non-profit organizations working to advance college access and success in West Virginia. Learn more.

Txt 4 Success

The class of 2021 can now sign up to receive college tips and reminders via text message. Students can also text us at any time for college help, and a college access advisor will respond. Click here to sign up to receive texts.

FAFSA Completion

This year, our goal is to hit 65 percent by April 15! Use the dashboard to see your school's FAFSA completion rate.

FAFSA Guardianship Booklet

A guide to the FAFSA and Guardianship Process, provided by Legal Aid of West Virginia. Learn more.

Financial Aid Webinar Recordings

Watch recordings of past Webinars for the 2021-22 Financial Aid Workshop Series here.

Virtual WV College Fair Tour

Watch the virtual college exploration programs for 2020-21.

CFWV Quick Contact Guide

Students, families, and educators: Need financial aid or admissions contact information to one of WV's two- or four-year colleges or universities? Check out CFWV's Quick Contact Guide.

Programs

Value of College

In West Virginia, college is possible - and necessary. By 2020, more than half of all jobs in the state will require a postsecondary credential, demonstrating the importance of education and training beyond high school. To see how higher education looks in the state of West Virginia and in your county, click the image below.