I'm considering colleges in Texas and was wondering if there are specific scholarships available for students attending schools there. It'd be great to know about local or state-based opportunities to help with costs.
There are several scholarships specific to students attending college in Texas. Some of these scholarships are specific to Texas residents and some are open to all.
1. The Terry Foundation Scholarship: This is a huge scholarship program that aids scores of Texas students every year. This scholarship program requires school nomination and is available at many major Texas institutions. It covers up to the full cost of attendance.
2. Texas Grant: This government grant is available for well-deserving high school students from Texas who display a financial need. Requirements include being a Texas resident, demonstrating financial need, and maintaining satisfactory academic progress in college.
3. The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Scholarships: Houston-area high school seniors can apply for these generous scholarships, which offer $25,000 over four years to students attending college.
4. The Barbara Odom-Wesley Spirit of Achievement Scholarship: This award is for African-American female high school seniors from Tarrant or Dallas counties.
Remember that in addition to these state-specific scholarships, you should also consider national scholarships, scholarships from the university you plan to attend, scholarships related to your planned major, and scholarships based on other personal characteristics (like leadership, extracurricular involvements, hobbies, etc.) that you might have.
Never underestimate the combined power of small scholarships — they can add up! Make sure you start your scholarship search and the application process early, as many scholarships have deadlines well in advance of the start of the academic year. Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements before starting an application to save time. Good luck with your search!
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.