I'm planning to attend college in Texas and I’m curious if there are any Texas-specific scholarships I could apply for. Would love some pointers on where to look!
Definitely, you're in luck! Texas offers a good number of scholarships and grants to students who reside in or plan to attend college in the state. Here are a couple to start you off:
1. Towards Excellence, Access, and Success (TEXAS) Grant: This program also provides aid to Texas students with financial need who are attending public Texas colleges or universities. It's offered to high school graduates who complete a recommended or advanced program.
2. Fifth-Year Accounting Student Scholarship Program: This one's for Texas residents who want to become Certified Public Accountants. You'll need to be at least a senior in a Bachelor’s degree program in an approved Texas institution having completed at least 120 hours of college course work
These are just a few examples of the many available. Another great resource in your scholarship search can be the financial aid office at the college you're planning to attend. They may have recommendations specific to your major, interests, or background.
Finally, remember that scholarships are not just about need or high achievements. There are scholarships out there for everything from being left-handed to being a first-generation student, so it's important to cast a wide net in your search.
As you embark on your scholarship search, always be wary of scams that request payment for access to scholarships. Right, so now you can plan your course and start applying. Good Luck!
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