West Virginia Hope Scholarship for families

West Virginia's Hope Scholarship pays for tuition, homeschool curriculum and other qualifying costs, and opens to existing private and homeschool students in 2026-27.

Checked against the program's own sources on Oct 14, 2026. Each fact links to its source.

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How much does West Virginia Hope Scholarship pay?

The funding share depends on when you apply: 100% for applications by June 15, 2026, then 75%, 50% and 25% for later windows.1

Who qualifies for West Virginia Hope Scholarship?

West Virginia residents under 21 who are enrolled or eligible to enroll in a West Virginia public school in grades K-12. Kindergartners must be 5 before July 1.1
Starting in 2026-27, existing private school and homeschool students who weren't eligible before can join.1

What can West Virginia Hope Scholarship pay for?

Tuition, homeschool curriculum and other qualifying expenses.1

When can you apply for West Virginia Hope Scholarship?

2026-27 windows: March 2 to June 15, 2026 (100%), June 16 to September 15 (75%), September 16 to November 30 (50%), December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027 (25%).1

How do you apply for West Virginia Hope Scholarship?

Families apply through the program itself, not through ChoicePaid.

Apply for the Hope Scholarship

Find approved providers in West Virginia

From the state's own published lists.

Track your award for free

One budget across every provider, with receipts and reimbursement packets.

Are you a provider?

How to get approved and paid by West Virginia Hope Scholarship.

Sources

1. Hope Scholarship program page, hopescholarshipwv.gov, checked Oct 14, 2026

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