Citizens Bank of WV Emerging Leaders Scholarship

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Full Scholarship for 4 Years! 

Eligibility

  • Scholarship open to all Graduating Class of 2026 WV High School Seniors (Public, Private or Home School)
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA
  • Applicants must complete a D&E admissions application.

Application

  • Applications accepted through November 16, 2025.
  • Application includes a section on activities and volunteer work.
  • Applicants will be required to submit an essay of between 500-1,500 words based on the topic: “If you receive this scholarship, how will you pay it forward to the state of West Virginia?” 

 

Selection

  • Scholarship finalists will be chosen by a scholarship selection committee based on essay and activities submission. Top candidates will be interviewed. Scholarship winner will be announced by December 11, 2025. 
  • Scholarship finalists must be admitted to D&E prior to being selected for an interview.

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Emerging Leaders Scholarship Past Winners

Past 4 Emerging Leader Winners with the Senator Mascot

Cathrynne Tenney

2024
Beverly, WV
Elkins High School

 

Halee Jones

2023
Fayetteville, WV
Oak Hill High School

 

Courtney Luikart

2022
Liberty, WV
Buffalo High School

 

Sidney Megna

2021
Fairmont, WV
North Marion High School

 

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