Local scholarship applications start coming in around January for seniors. There are a few for juniors and sophomores who plan to take dual credit as well. Please check your Grade Level Google Classroom often to see what opportunities are available.
This spreadsheet link is also updated as new scholarships are added and can be accessed at any time.
Terry Traditional Scholarship
The Terry Traditional Scholarship, or Freshman Scholarship, is a full ride, last dollar scholarship that covers up to eight semesters. It is awarded to Texas high school seniors who have been accepted for admission to one of the Terry-affiliated public universities in Texas.
How to Apply
Applications for the Terry Scholarship are available only from the universities affiliated with the Terry Scholarship Program and are not available from the Foundation or from high schools. Please visit the links below for Terry Scholarship application information at each university. Each link will take you directly to the Terry Scholarship information page on the corresponding university’s website. This is the best place to find application information, deadlines, and direct contact information for the Terry Scholarship application at that university.
About The Gates Scholarship
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
Basic Eligibility
To apply, students must be:
A high school senior
From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
Pell-eligible
A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
*For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required.
Ideal Candidate
An ideal candidate will have:
An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
MANY SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ALL HIGH SCHOOL AGES!
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