WV Invests is a state last-dollar program that helps residents pursue certificates and associate degrees at participating community and technical colleges. It covers tuition and mandatory fees remaining after other eligible grants and scholarships are applied. The institution, program, and field must be approved; CFWV emphasizes training for high-demand, competitive-wage jobs. Costs such as unauthorized supplies, housing, and transportation may remain uncovered.
Students must submit FAFSA and a WV Invests application each year, be state residents, enroll at least half-time, meet satisfactory progress, pass an approved drug screening within the required period, and complete two hours of community service per funded term. Recipients also agree to live in West Virginia for two years after ceasing at least half-time enrollment or repay the grant under program rules.
The 2026–27 priority deadline of April 15, 2026 has passed, while CFWV lists a 2027–28 application for summer 2027, fall 2027, and spring 2028. The state portal keeps separate forms by cycle; do not reuse an old one. Current recipients should ask how to document volunteer hours, screening, and residency. New applicants can prepare FAFSA and a WVSAM account and confirm which majors remain approved with the college.
Before accepting aid, compare net cost and uncovered charges. Confirm residency, program, credits, deadlines, renewal, and service obligations in writing with the responsible financial-aid office.
Read the official program profile and FAFSA guide; request an individual review before enrolling.
WV Invests: aplicación 2026–27 y 2027–28 — College for West Virginia.
WV Invests Grant: programa — West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission.
Guía financiera 2026–27 — College for West Virginia.
Checked October 13, 2026 against official sources. Eligibility, funding, requirements, and dates can change each cycle; this guide distinguishes past and upcoming deadlines. Before enrolling, ask financial aid for an individual net-cost review and written confirmation of excluded charges.
Compare net costs and confirm requirements, funding, and obligations with the program and institution before committing.
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West Virginia Invests Grant
WV Invests is a state last-dollar program that helps residents pursue certificates and associate degrees at participating community and technical colleges. It covers tuition and mandatory fees remaining after other eligible grants and scholarships are applied. The institution, program, and field must be approved; CFWV emphasizes training for high-demand, competitive-wage jobs. Costs such as unauthorized supplies, housing, and transportation may remain uncovered. Students must
College financial-aid program
Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education
The agency sets rates, eligibility, and caps; the college certifies need, cost, and the individual amount within those limits.
Public student-aid administering office
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College for West Virginia · Accessed October 13, 2026
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West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission · Accessed October 13, 2026
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College for West Virginia · Accessed October 13, 2026
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College for West Virginia · Accessed October 13, 2026
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West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission · Accessed October 13, 2026
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College for West Virginia · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website of Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education ↗
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Federal Student Aid · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website of Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education ↗
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Federal Student Aid · Accessed October 13, 2026
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