Texas Scholarships for High School and College Students

The Big Tex Scholarship Program has helped more than 3,700 students pursue higher education, distributing over $20.1 million in awards to date. Eligible applicants include graduating high school seniors across Texas who took part in competitive youth livestock events at the State Fair, graduating seniors from six Dallas ISD high schools in the Fair Park neighborhood, and seasonal State Fair of Texas employees or their eligible dependents. Additional details about each scholarship and common questions are provided below. Celebrating Texas by Investing in Education Supporting students is a core part of the State Fair of Texas’ mission. To advance this...

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...

Overview For the eighth year running, H‑E‑B is awarding 15 Texas high school seniors $2,000 scholarships each to recognize their involvement in UIL competitions and contributions to their communities. Award breakdown and presentation Fifteen recipients will be chosen statewide: five students from athletics (cheer included), five from music, and five from academic UIL events. Each student will receive a $2,000 scholarship to use at the college or university of their choice. Winners will be featured during the 2026 UIL Texas Girls & Boys Basketball State Championships. Eligibility - Must be a Texas high school senior graduating in 2026. - Minimum...

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 /...

Overview The Alamo Chapter provides $1,000 scholarships in four distinct categories each year. Scholarship Categories 1. College ROTC cadets — includes the LtCol Edward & Mrs. Ruby Marvin AF ROTC scholarship. 2. High school JROTC cadets — includes the General Garza "Let’s Go" Scholarships, General Robert Herring Scholarship, Colonel Edmond McCarthy Scholarship, and the Mrs. Susie Tolman Scholarship. 3. COL Clarence Torrey Scholarship — awarded to a Bexar County student who has a military family member. 4. MAJ James and Mrs. Cheryl Cunningham Scholarship — for a dependent of an active MOAA-Alamo Chapter member. Selection Process Winners for the college...

Introductory Statement The Smith-Hutson Scholars represent resilience, achievement, and strong character. They act with integrity and discipline, refuse to accept excuses, and are committed to serving and strengthening their communities. Focused on purpose and values, these scholars pursue excellence, keep their commitments, and lead by example. United by these core principles, they seek to grow, serve, and lead with distinction. About the Scholarship Created at Sam Houston State University in 1996, the Smith-Hutson Scholarship was designed to expand access to bachelor’s degrees for students who might not otherwise have had the opportunity to complete a post-secondary education. Who May Apply...

The Community Foundation of West Texas annually provides more than 100 scholarships to students from the South Plains region. We partner closely with the donors — both organizations and private individuals — who have generously created scholarship funds to support their local communities. Our aim is to make a meaningful, long-lasting difference in each recipient’s life; investing in South Plains students now helps build a stronger future for them and the communities they serve. Eligibility: Must be a student from one of the following counties: - Bailey County - Cochran County - Crosby County - Dickens County - Floyd County...

Overview and Eligibility Texas FCCLA will grant ten (10) scholarships to deserving members who intend to enroll at an accredited college or university in Texas and pursue a major within any Family and Consumer Sciences discipline. Each scholarship totals $18,000 and will be paid out as eight (8) semester payments of $2,250, contingent on the recipient continuing to satisfy the scholarship’s eligibility requirements. Recipients must provide documentation each semester to receive the subsequent disbursement, in accordance with the scholarship’s governing rules. CJ Davidson Scholarship — Application Information The Texas Association of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (Texas FCCLA)...