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Underwood-Smith Teacher Scholarship

West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission

This scholarship was established for the purpose of encouraging and assisting students interested in obtaining a teaching certificate and committed to the pursuit of a teaching career in West Virginia's public schools. Applicants must be West Virginia residents. Recipients of this scholarship must agree to teach at the public pre-school, elementary, middle or secondary school level in West Virginia for two years for each year of scholarship assistance.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Undergraduate and graduate scholarships; Due to limited funding, priority is given to junior, senior, and graduate students.
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Residence:
    Applicants must be West Virginia residents
  • College:
    Applicants must be West Virginia residents who are or will be enrolled on a full-time basis in an accredited institution of higher education in West Virginia
  • Major/Career:
    Pursuing a course of study leading to a teacher certificate at the preschool, middle, or secondary level in West Virginia.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Not required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Other Materials:
    - Grade Report Form- FAFSA- Enrollment Verification Form- Employment Verification Form- Alternative Employment Form

Contact Information

  • Phone: (304) 558-4618