Finding Scholarships for College in Texas

I'm starting to think about colleges, and I'm wondering what scholarships are available for college students in Texas. Are there specific ones I should be aware of early on to help cover costs?

There are indeed a number of scholarships that are specifically for students in Texas, and it's great to start exploring them early. Here are a few to get you started:

1. The Texas Grant: This is given to students with financial need who are first-time undergraduates.

2. The Barbara Odom-Wesley Spirit of Achievement Scholarship: This is for African-American female high school seniors attending school in Tarrant County.

3. The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship provides $20,000 (spread over 4 years) for students within the greater Houston area.

4. The Stars Scholarship Fund: This is open to students residing in Texas’s southern and western counties.

5. The Terry Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high school seniors who have excelled both in academics and leadership roles.

Keep in mind, these are just a handful of the scholarships out there. Application times, eligibility criteria, and the amount awarded can all vary, so it's important to research each scholarship well before the deadline and apply to the ones that best fit your profile.

In addition to these, don't forget to consider university-specific scholarships (both merit-based and need-based) at the colleges you're interested in, as those can also significantly help offset the cost of attendance.

Also, remember to complete your FAFSA early as it's required for many scholarship applications and will help you to be considered for federal aid as well. It's a good idea to fill it out as soon as it opens in October of your senior year.

Looking for scholarships can be time-consuming but it's definitely worthwhile! Good luck in your search!