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VFW Voice of Democracy State Waiver

An undergraduate tuition waiver is offered to the first place winner of the Veterans of Foreign Wars State of West Virginia Voice of Democracy Competition. While no longer mandated under state policy, WVU continues to honor these waivers.


Eligible Students

Degree-seeking, undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor's, graduate, or professional degree.

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How to Apply

More information about the competition can be found at www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships. The Mountaineer Hub is notified of the winners by the WV Higher Education Policy Commission.

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Enrollment Requirements

Students must be enrolled full-time.

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Limits

Students cannot receive waivers for more than eight undergraduate semesters or completion of a bachelor's degree, whichever comes first.

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Additional Requirements

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