We appreciate your interest in West Virginia University Institute of Technology. As you consider where you will pursue your degree, it is never too early to begin thinking about how you will finance your education.
At WVU Tech, getting a high-quality, career focused education is more affordable than you may think. By applying for admission to WVU Tech, you are automatically considered for our very attainable, valuable scholarship opportunities. The information below is an overview of our Non-West Virginia Resident & International, first-year and transfer student scholarships.
Simply apply for admission at: (https://intraweb.wvutech.edu/admissions/online-application.php). WVU Tech does not charge an application fee, so investing in a brighter future will only cost you a few minutes of your time.
In addition to assessing your eligibility for Freshman Scholarships and Grants, our Financial Aid staff will examine a variety of options to make the WVU Tech experience affordable. These include, but are not limited to:
| WVU Tech Non- Resident Freshmen Scholarships | |||||
| Program Level | Amount of Award For An Academic Year | 4-Year Commitment for Continued Academic Performance | Minimum Incoming Freshmen Academic Performance Requirements | ||
| Overall High School GPA | ACT Score (SAT Equivalent) | ||||
| Level 1 | $3,500 | $14,000 | 3.5 | 24 (1110) | |
| Level 2 | $2,500 | $10,000 | 3.0 | 22 (1030) | |
| Level 3 | $2,000 | $8,000 | 3.0 | 19 (910) | |
The above awards are renewable for up to 4 years. Students must meet the following renewal criteria: Level 1 award: minimum of 24 completed credit hours per academic year, and a 3.0 overall GPA. Level 2 and 3: minimum of 24 completed credit hours per academic year, and a 2.75 overall GPA.
Annual Award Program: Reduces tuition to West Virginia resident student tuition amount
HS GPA: 3.0 or higher
ACT: 24 (1110 – SAT Equivalent)
The award is available to non-WV resident and international first-year students. The student must major in one of the approved STEM programs listed below. The award is renewable based on the student’s continuing status as a STEM major, with a minimum of 24 completed credit hours per academic year, and a 3.0 overall GPA. Student is not eligible to receive both the STEM and the Non-WV Resident, First-Year Scholarship.
Annual Award Program: Reduces tuition to West Virginia resident student tuition amount
College GPA: 3.0 or higher
Credit Hour Criterion: Minimum of 30 credit hours
The award is available to Non-West Virginia Resident & International Transfer Students. The student must major in one of the STEM approved programs listed below. The award is renewable based on student’s continuing status as a STEM major, with a minimum of 24 completed credit hours per academic year and a 3.0 overall GPA.
Aerospace Engineering, B.S.A.E. (2+2,WVU Main Campus)
Biology, B.S.
Chemistry, B.S.
Chemical Engineering, B.S.Ch.E.
Civil Engineering, B.S.C. E.
Computer Engineering, B.S.Cp.E.
Computer Science, B.S.
Engineering /Civil Emphasis, B.S.E.T.
Electrical Engineering, B.S.E.E.
Electronic Engineering Technology, B.S.E.E.T.
Engineering Technology/Mechanical Emphasis, B.S.E.T.
Engineering Technology/Environmental Emphasis, B.S.E.T.
Industrial Technology, B.S.
Mathematics, B.S.
Mechanical Engineering, B.S.M.E.
Subject to change: Because of the nature of institutional guidelines affecting financial aid programs, the information outlined in this publication is subject to change.