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Hope Scholarship

Education Savings Account in West Virginia

2021
Year Established
20,000
Students Enrolled
$4,600
Max Award
K-12
Grade Levels

About This Program

West Virginia's Hope Scholarship is a universal ESA program that survived a state supreme court challenge in 2023. Funds are deposited into parent-controlled accounts and can be used for private school tuition, tutoring, therapies, technology, and other approved educational expenses.

Eligibility Requirements

All students in the state are eligible

Funding Details

Maximum Award
$4,600

Funding mechanism: Direct payment

Approved Expenses

Tuition & FeesTutoringTechnology & DevicesTherapiesTransportationTextbooksCurriculumTesting & Assessments

How to Apply

Apply through the Hope Scholarship Portal at app.hopescholarshipwv.com. Create an account, complete the application, and submit proof of West Virginia residency. All WV students in grades K-12 are eligible. Funds are deposited into a ClassWallet account. Email: help@hopescholarshipwv.com.

Administered by: West Virginia State Treasurer's Office (Hope Scholarship Board)
Phone: (681) 999-4673

Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates based on publicly available program data. Always verify eligibility directly with your state's program administrator. Program rules, funding amounts, and application deadlines may change.