These scholarships are open to students of Italian descent who are seeking higher education at any college, university, community and/or technical college, trade school, or institute of higher learning. The awards range from $250 up to $1,000.

Applicant must be of Italian descent.

Scholarship recipients are invited to ride in the WVIHF Grand Feature Parade on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

Notification and confirmation regarding participation is required a minimum of 10 days prior to events.

All checks will be made payable to the learning institution.

Please include the following with your application:

Registration fee: Non-refundable $10.00 payable to "WVIHF Scholarship Program".
Any necessary essay attachments.
Sealed official transcript (1 copy).
Letter of acceptance to college or graduate school (for high school & college seniors only).
Names and addresses of your school newspaper and two (if possible) hometown newspapers.
One photo (head and shoulder area only, color or black/white):
- Photo will be sent to the media if you are selected to receive a scholarship.
- Photo will not be returned; digital copy may be emailed to wvihf@wvihf.com.

Click here to access the application!

Applications also available in the Counseling Office.

Forms must be postmarked by March 15, 2025.

Mail application to

WVIHF Scholarship Program

PO Box 1632

Clarksburg, WV 26302

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