SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Scholarship Program Guidelines and Application

The West Virginia Poultry Association (WVPA) Scholarship Program provides educational scholarship(s) to qualified individuals who meet the requirements outlined herein and apply in accordance with these guidelines. The WVPA Scholarship was established in 2019 to help prepare a new generation of leaders and encourage students to pursue their interests in agriculture or closely related field of study. This is not a mandatory requirement to make an application but those applicants pursuing a field in agricultural studies will receive higher ranking. Scholarships are awarded to those entering or continuing studies at a technical, two-year, or four-year institute and are not limited to institutions within West Virginia.

The funds set for the scholarship program are set annually by the WVPA Board of Directors. Scholarships will be awarded by the Board of Directors based on recommendations from the Scholarship Committee. Applications are carefully reviewed for compliance with submission guidelines, academic achievement, leadership, and community activities.

Eligibility is defined as a WVPA member, child of a WVPA member, or grandchild of a WVPA member.

Scholarship Amount: Up to $3,000 has been allocated for the scholarship funding cycle. Amounts awarded to individual applicants may vary. Should the Committee determine no candidate meets the requirements for the receiving of this scholarship, the Committee reserves the right to withhold the scholarship altogether. The scholarship(s) will be determined no later than June 1 of each year and all applicants will be notified. All completed applications will be considered in conformance with equal opportunity standards. As a condition of receiving a scholarship, applicant’s name(s) may be published as part of promotional materials.

Requirements and Instructions to Applicants:

• Applicants must have a current GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale and be in good standing with their school.
• All applicants must provide current official transcripts. If you received a GED, you must provide copies of your GED Certificate and GED scores.
• Each applicant must include an essay as outlined in the application.
• All applicants must provide three (3) references, two (2) of which must submit letters of recommendation. One letter should be from a teacher, counselor, or employer. The second must be a personal recommendation from someone other than a family member.
• An application form must be completed and mailed to WVPA at P.O. Box 612, Moorefield, WV 26836. The application packet in its entirety must be postmarked on or before the deadline of June 1st of each year for consideration.
• Awards will be made with the understanding that applicants will attend school full-time as full-time student thus carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours. Proof of enrollment from the college or technical institute and a W-9 form will be required from all successful recipients prior to disbursement of the scholarship in July at the President’s Dinner.
• The successful applicant must be available to attend the President’s Dinner Friday evening, July 18th, 2025, during the WV Poultry Convention and Festival.

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Scholarship Application Please Print or Type Personal Information
Name


Permanent Address

Current Residence



College/Institute that you plan to attend.

Area of study/College Major

Academic rank, as of the fall term: FreshmanSophomoreJuniorSenior
Essay

On a separate sheet, describe briefly (in 500 words or less) your high school (or college) years, including activities and leadership roles, community organization memberships and activities, work experience, scholastic honors, awards, and scholarships. Describe your plans and expectations for college/technical training and career including why you have chosen the college or institution you will be or are currently attending. Include how your field of study may relate to agriculture. Your essay must be typed.

Family Information
Parent’s Name(s)

WVPA Member Name & Relationship

Farm Contract Name (if applicable)

Address


References
Name

Address


Relationship to you



Name

Address


Relationship to you



Name

Address


Relationship to you


Please review your application carefully. All information must be complete and accurate to be considered. Make sure all required attachments are included.

I certify that the information that I have provided is accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge.

Please have your school guidance counselor or college academic advisor complete this section and verify with a signature or appropriate seal. The GPA and/or Score are verified to be accurate as of the date this is signed.

Title

Institution

WVPA Scholarship Program Checklist
Your application packet will not be considered complete unless the following items are included in your mailing:

Complete applicationCurrent transcript (must be submitted by high school counselor or academic advisor of student)EssayTwo (2) letters of reference

The application packet must be postmarked by June 1, 2025.

Mail to WVPA, P.O. Box 612, Moorefield, WV 26836.