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West Virginia University at Parkersburg readies workshops to help with student aid applications

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PARKERSBURG — WVU Parkersburg has announced a series of workshops for student aid applications.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid workshops to assist students and families with the application process for the 2025-2026 academic year will continue through April 14.

Applications create opportunities for students to receive federal and state grants, scholarships and work-study job opportunities, Heather Skidmore, director of the Office of Financial Aid at the college, said.

“We understand that filling out the FAFSA can be difficult and sometimes confusing for students and their families,” she said. “We are hoping that scheduling these workshops on various days and times allows everyone the opportunity to come in and get help with their FAFSA, ask questions about their financial aid, whatever they need!”

Financial Aid staff will be available at the workshops to provide one-on-one assistance with completing the 2025-2026 applications. Skidmore encourages students bring their 2023 tax information and to create their FSA ID prior to attending the event.

Workshops will be held at the Success Epicenter on the main campus. The schedule is 4-7 p.m. Jan. 27, 4-7 p.m. Feb. 10, 1-4 p.m. Feb. 22, 4-7 p.m. March 3, 4-7 p.m. March 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 15, 4-7 p.m. April 7, 2-5 p.m. April 12 and 4-7 p.m. April 14.

The college also will participate in West Virginia FAFSA Day with extended hours from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 6.

The workshops are part of WVU Parkersburg’s efforts to remove barriers to higher education. Financial aid is a critical component of that mission and the FAFSA serves as the first step in unlocking opportunities for scholarships, grants and other forms of assistance.

For students who are unable to attend the scheduled workshops, the Office of Financial Aid is available during regular business hours to provide personalized assistance.

To learn more about WVU Parkersburg’s financial aid services, go to wvup.edu/finaid or call 304.424.8210.

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