W. Va. Code R. § 133-26-7
Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 133-26-7 - Eligibility Criteria7.1. Academic ability shall be the primary criteria for selecting scholarship recipients.7.2. The Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program award shall be limited to students who: 7.2.a. Have graduated or are graduating from high school with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.7.2.b. Have met the college algebra ready assessment standards and college readiness English, reading, and writing standards as established by the Commission.7.2.c. Meet any and all selection criteria established by the Vice Chancellor for Administration which may include, but is not limited to, grade point average, involvement in extracurricular activities, financial need, current academic standing, expression of interest as demonstrated in a self-written essay, and letters of recommendation.7.2.d. Agree to teach in a critical teacher shortage field at the elementary, middle, or secondary level in a public school in the state.7.3. To be eligible for an award, the applicant must be a citizen of the United States or if a non-citizen, that individual must hold a valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD), or work permit, issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).7.4. Recipients must be willing to sign a scholarship agreement which shall fully disclose the terms and conditions under which a teaching obligation must be met or repayment may be required.7.4.a. A recipient may appeal any determination of non-compliance with provisions of the scholarship agreement or provisions of the award by submitting a written appeal of the specific complaint within 30 days of notification of non-compliance. Such appeal will be submitted to the Higher Education Student Financial Aid Advisory Board.7.4.b. No Underwood-Smith funds will be disbursed until a signed agreement has been received by the Vice Chancellor for Administration.W. Va. Code R. § 133-26-7