Scholarships for First-Time Freshmen
When you apply to WVU, we automatically consider you for merit scholarships. The Climb Higher Scholarship is offered based on high school grade point average (GPA) — and only for the highest level, GPA plus ACT or SAT scores.
Our merit scholarships are:
- Automatic. When you apply for admission, we check your academic record for scholarship eligibility. It’s that simple. No separate application. No recommendations or essays.
- Non-competitive. That means if your GPA/test score qualifies, you get the scholarship. You’re not competing against other applicants.
- Renewable. These scholarships renew past your freshman year, as long as you maintain certain requirements.
Learn more about WVU Scholarships for First-Time Freshman
Talent-Based Scholarships
By participating in the WVU School of Music audition process, you will be considered for talent-based scholarships. Scholarship announcements will be made by April 1 each year and students will be contacted either way regarding their status. If you audition or attend a review after the final scheduled audition and portfolio review, scholarship opportunities are limited and we will contact you only if an award becomes available to you.