I'm looking for more info on the Texas Comptroller grants and scholarships for college students. What's the application process like, and who qualifies? Also, are they available to incoming college freshmen?
Sure, let's unpack this. The Texas Comptroller’s office administers a few college grants or scholarships, the most prominent one being the Match the Promise Foundation. The Match the Promise Scholarship is a Matching Tuition Plan scholarship for fifth through ninth graders whose families have an income of $100,000 or less. The scholarship offers to match contributions to a Promise Fund account, up to $1,000 per year, and a one-time grant of tuition units worth $2,000.
To apply, you'll need to meet all eligibility requirements, which include things like having a Texas Tuition Promise Fund account, being a Texas resident, and meeting certain income thresholds. Then, the student must write two career essays, and the family must fill out the application forms – one for the Match the Promise Scholarship and one for the Promise Scholarship Fund.
Unfortunately, if you're an incoming college freshman, then this particular scholarship would not be applicable to you, as it targets younger students. It's worth looking into other Texas-based scholarships or grants that you may be eligible for, many of which are available to high school seniors and incoming college freshmen. Examples include the Texas Grant and the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. And, please don't hesitate to reach out to your school’s financial aid office or counselor for other opportunities! They can be a great resource for finding local and state scholarships. Good luck with your search!
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