WVU Parkersburg to host FAFSA Workshops

Parkersburg, W.Va. (January 17, 2025) — WVU Parkersburg is excited to announce a series of FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Workshops to assist students and families with the financial aid application process for the 2025-2026 academic year.

“Filling out the FAFSA each year creates opportunities for students to receive federal and state grants, scholarships and work-study job opportunities,” said Heather Skidmore, director of Financial Aid. “We understand that filling out the FAFSA can be difficult and sometimes confusing for students and their families. 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 Office staff will be available during the workshops to provide one-on-one assistance with completing the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Skidmore encourages students bring their 2023 tax information and to create their FSA ID prior to attending the event.

Workshops are scheduled to take place in the Success Epicenter on the main campus during the following dates:

• Saturday, January 18, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Monday, January 27, 4 – 7 p.m.
• Monday, February 10, 4 – 7 p.m.
• Saturday, February 22, 1 – 4 p.m.
• Monday, March 3, 4 – 7 p.m.
• Thursday, March 13, 4 – 7 p.m.
• Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Monday, April 7, 4 – 7 p.m.
• Saturday, April 12, 2 – 5 p.m.
• Monday, April 14, 4 – 7 p.m.

Additionally, WVU Parkersburg will participate in West Virginia FAFSA Day on Thursday, February 6, 2025, with extended hours from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

This initiative is part of WVU Parkersburg’s ongoing 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, WVU Parkersburg’s Office of Financial Aid is available during regular business hours to provide personalized assistance.

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