Texas Scholarships for High School and College Students

Texas PTA offers $1000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in Texas who will be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university or a technical institute for the summer, fall, and/or spring terms immediately following applicant’s high school graduation.Through our scholarship program, Texas PTA works to support students who are focused on achieving career goals through postsecondary education. In evaluating each application, service and participation in school activities, community involvement and scholastic merit will be considered.Who May Apply? Application ProcessApplicant must be a graduating high school senior from a school in the state of Texas.Applicant must be enrolled in...

Anderson & Cummings Law Firm is delighted to present the yearly Texas Academic Excellence Scholarship. This scholarship is designed to support full-time students enrolled in a degree program at a Texas-based college or university, who have shown exceptional leadership skills and high ethical standards either on campus or within their local community.Criteria for Application:Every applicant must be a student currently attending a college or university within TexasEach applicant must be able to furnish a recommendation letter from either a faculty member of their university or college or a community memberProof of exceptional leadership through involvement in campus or community activities...

Overview The Forty Acres Scholars Program is the flagship, merit-based full-ride scholarship at The University of Texas at Austin. Run by the Texas Exes, the program supports a close-knit cohort of scholars by offering enriched academic, leadership, professional, and cultural experiences throughout their time at UT Austin. Who is eligible - Current high school seniors applying for freshman admission to The University of Texas at Austin - Both Texas residents and non-residents - Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent U.S. resident when submitting the application - Students seeking admission to the McCombs School of Business should also submit...

The Terry Traditional Scholarship, also known as the Terry Freshman Scholarship, is a financial aid program for Texas high school seniors who have secured admission to any of the Terry-associated public universities in Texas.Associated UniversitiesThe University of Texas- AustinTexas A&M UniversityUniversity of HoustonTexas State UniversityThe University of Texas- DallasThe University of Texas- San AntonioTexas Tech UniversityUniversity of North TexasTexas Woman's UniversityTexas A&M University- GalvestonSam Houston State UniversityThe University of Texas- ArlingtonThe University of Texas- El PasoWhat are the eligibility criteria for Freshman Applicants?A) Proven financial need (as shown by the completion of the FAFSA)B) A history of leadership in school...

The First-Year Teacher Scholarship is designed to financially aid the beneficiary in acquiring classroom materials. Starting from August 15, 2025, interested individuals can obtain an application form from the TRTF website. It is crucial that all applications are fully submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 09, 2026, as late submissions will not be entertained.The scholarship winners will be unveiled on Friday, February 27, 2026. The successful applicants will be informed via email, and their names will be published on the TRTF website and Facebook page.Since its inception in 2008, TRTF has granted over $225,000 in scholarships.Procedure for Applying for...

Introduction / About the Scholarship The Fairrilla Emory White Scholarship honors the legacy of Fairrilla Emory White, a pioneering Black educator and charter member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Kappa Zeta Chapter. Mrs. White was born in Dallas on October 7, 1898. She was scheduled to be recognized as Dallas’ “oldest living teacher of record,” but she died two days before the award presentation. A 1916 graduate of Dallas’ Colored High School and a 1920 graduate of Bishop College (Marshall, TX), Mrs. White taught at Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA before returning to Dallas in 1922. Her Dallas...

Josie Washington Memorial Scholarship — Overview and Application Instructions About the Scholarship The Josie Washington Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Josie Washington, a dedicated member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Kappa Zeta Chapter, and a longtime educator in the Dallas Independent School District who spent much of her career at Lincoln High School. Mrs. Washington was active in numerous organizations and volunteered widely; she left an endowment to her sorority. The Kappa Zeta Chapter established this scholarship to recognize her generosity and commitment to the community. Purpose and Award This scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior...

Overview The Juanita Buchanan Undergraduate Academic Scholarship honors the memory of a dedicated member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Kappa Zeta Chapter, who devoted her time to numerous organizations and community service. The Kappa Zeta chapter established this scholarship to recognize and support college-bound students in her honor. Eligibility - Applicants must be either: - A high school senior who is earning dual college credit (minimum of 6 credit hours), or - An undergraduate student enrolled at an accredited 2‑ or 4‑year college or university located within Dallas County. - High school applicants must live in and attend school in...

Intro For the eighth year running, H‑E‑B is partnering to recognize outstanding Texas high school seniors who have competed in UIL events and contributed to their communities. Fifteen seniors will each receive a $2,000 college scholarship in acknowledgment of their community service and engagement. Award breakdown and recognition - Fifteen recipients will be chosen statewide: five students from athletics (cheer included), five from music, and five from academic UIL competitions. - Each selected student will receive a $2,000 scholarship to use at the college or university of their choice. - Scholarship winners will be highlighted during the 2026 UIL Texas...

Introduction This essay contest invites graduating high school seniors to examine and write about Texas history. Submissions should demonstrate thoughtful research and an appreciation for how past events and people contributed to the state we know today. Eligibility - Open to graduating seniors from any accredited high school. - Students enrolled in History, Government, or English courses are especially encouraged to enter. - Up to three essays will be chosen as winners, provided the entries meet the judges’ standards. Purpose The contest seeks to inspire students to investigate the distinctive character of Texas and its early settlers. Entrants should consider...

Introduction Texas Corn Producers Association (TCPA) is pleased to offer five $1,000 scholarships exclusively for its student members. These awards support students connected to Texas agriculture and help cover costs associated with higher education. Scholarship categories - High school seniors (status as of January 1) - Current undergraduate students enrolled at a college or university (status as of January 1) Eligibility requirements - Must be enrolled in—or have plans to enroll full-time at—a Texas college or university - Must hold a current TCPA student membership - Children of sitting TCPA and TCPB directors are ineligible to apply Why apply /...

Introduction The Empowering Families Scholarship awards $1,000 per semester to undergraduate students who plan to pursue a career in family law. Family law practitioners must combine empathetic client counseling with the determination to vigorously advocate for clients facing difficult matters such as divorce or child custody disputes. This scholarship supports students preparing to guide families through Texas’s family law system. Eligibility Applicants for the Spring 2025 Empowering Families Scholarship must meet the following criteria: - Be an undergraduate student enrolled in a pre-law program or studying toward a pre-law curriculum. - Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. -...