N. Joe & Alice Rahall Family Scholarship Grant

The N. Joe & Alice Rahall Family Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, aims to support students from Southern West Virginia in pursuing higher education. This scholarship rotates among eight designated schools and is awarded based on need and merit to graduating seniors and qualifying college upperclassmen. Applicants must have graduated from a high school in the 3rd Congressional District and commit to a communication class while pursuing a technology-related major.

Note: BAF’s application process uses a ‘universal approach’ allowing the applicant to be directed to multiple scholarship opportunities, for which they are eligible, while completing only one common application.
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The Beckley Area Foundation proudly manages scholarship funds established by individuals, businesses, and organizations dedicated to helping students pursue higher education. Many of these scholarships are tailored for specific schools, fields of study, or graduates from local high schools, while others offer broader opportunities. No matter the path, our scholarships aim to support students from our region as they work toward achieving their educational goals.
Eligibility
Scholarship rotates between eight designated schools Bluefield State University, Concord University, Marshall University, New River Community & Technical College, Nick J. Rahall Appalachian Transportation Institute, Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College, West Virginia Institute of Technology; Need and merit based for graduating senior as well as qualifying college upper classmen; Must have graduated from a high school in the 3rd Congressional District; Commit to take at least one communication class; Pursue a major related to technology and economic development;