How to apply...
The Beckley Area Foundation does not select any scholarship recipients. Committees at area high schools, school board offices, and the financial aid offices of designated colleges and universities are responsible for selecting all recipients. You can also contact area high school guidance offices and college financial aid offices for information for all scholarships awarded from BAF funds.
BAF scholarship applications for the 2017-2018 academic year will be accepted beginning March 1, 2017, and must be submitted by April 1, 2017, with the following exceptions:
Oak Hill/Collins High School Alumni Association application is due May 1st.
Mark Twain High School Alumni Association application is due June 1st.
Each scholarship in our listing below has specific criteria and application instructions listed with it. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. 304-253-3806 or info@bafwv.org
BAF scholarship applications for the 2017-2018 academic year will be accepted beginning March 1, 2017, and must be submitted by April 1, 2017, with the following exceptions:
Oak Hill/Collins High School Alumni Association application is due May 1st.
Mark Twain High School Alumni Association application is due June 1st.
Each scholarship in our listing below has specific criteria and application instructions listed with it. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. 304-253-3806 or info@bafwv.org
A B C D E/F G H I/J K L M N/O P/Q R S T U/V W XYZ
Hints for Applying
- Deadlines matter -- plan to meet early deadlines, if applicable.
- Complete all questions accurately and legibly (if not online).
- Don't wait until you are admitted to file the FAFSA.
- Retain a copy of all documents for your records.
- Use your full legal name -- no nicknames!
- Name on your application must match the name on your social security card.
Scholarship Timeline
Deadlines
November 1st FAFSA (free application for federal student aid) available at fafsa.edu.gov
February 10th BAF Renewal Applications due today
March 1st Promise Scholarship Application, application for WV state level financial aid; to be considered for this
aid, your FAFSA must also be completed and received by the Federal Student Aid Processing Center on
or before March 1, and meet the conditions for processing.
Online Applications become available
John L and Virginia Wilcox Scholarship application due
John L and Virginia Wilcox Christian Education Grant Application due
April 1st All BAF Scholarship Applications due (unless otherwise stated)
May 1st Oak Hill/Collins High School Scholarship Application due
Mark Twain High School Scholarship Application due
May 8th-30th Scholarship Presentations
June 25th 2nd semester grade transcripts due for students renewing scholarships.
June 30th Must confirm with BAF your personal information and school attending before checks can be mailed.
July 20th- Aug 15th Scholarship payment checks mailed
November 1st FAFSA (free application for federal student aid) available at fafsa.edu.gov
February 10th BAF Renewal Applications due today
March 1st Promise Scholarship Application, application for WV state level financial aid; to be considered for this
aid, your FAFSA must also be completed and received by the Federal Student Aid Processing Center on
or before March 1, and meet the conditions for processing.
Online Applications become available
John L and Virginia Wilcox Scholarship application due
John L and Virginia Wilcox Christian Education Grant Application due
April 1st All BAF Scholarship Applications due (unless otherwise stated)
May 1st Oak Hill/Collins High School Scholarship Application due
Mark Twain High School Scholarship Application due
May 8th-30th Scholarship Presentations
June 25th 2nd semester grade transcripts due for students renewing scholarships.
June 30th Must confirm with BAF your personal information and school attending before checks can be mailed.
July 20th- Aug 15th Scholarship payment checks mailed
Please Note: The following scholarship require essays in addition to the BAF application form. All essays should be typed in 12 pt font, double spaced, with 1” margins.
Dr. Randall Broyles Scholarship: In 400 – 500 words tell me why you chose the career path you will pursue in college. What overall contribution do you hope to make in society with this career choice? What jobs have you held (paper boy/girl, babysitting, yard work, waiter, etc.)? What are your hobbies when you are not studying? If finances were not a factor, what would you (from deep within your heart) really want to do with your life?
Connie Louise McComb King Memorial Scholarship: In 300-1000 words describe how your background makes you a special candidate for this scholarship.
Judy G. Thomas Scholarship: In 200-300 words share what was the most difficult time in your life and why? How did your perspective on life change as a result of that difficulty? Additionally, please discuss any experience or interaction which you may have had with Judy Thomas during her tenure as principal at Beckley-Stratton.
When in doubt, ask questions! 304-253-3806 or click here
Dr. Randall Broyles Scholarship: In 400 – 500 words tell me why you chose the career path you will pursue in college. What overall contribution do you hope to make in society with this career choice? What jobs have you held (paper boy/girl, babysitting, yard work, waiter, etc.)? What are your hobbies when you are not studying? If finances were not a factor, what would you (from deep within your heart) really want to do with your life?
Connie Louise McComb King Memorial Scholarship: In 300-1000 words describe how your background makes you a special candidate for this scholarship.
Judy G. Thomas Scholarship: In 200-300 words share what was the most difficult time in your life and why? How did your perspective on life change as a result of that difficulty? Additionally, please discuss any experience or interaction which you may have had with Judy Thomas during her tenure as principal at Beckley-Stratton.
When in doubt, ask questions! 304-253-3806 or click here
