Scholarships
Here are some websites to look for scholarship opportunities:
Scholarship 101 Workshop
- www.fastweb.com
- www.scholarships.com
- www.scholarshipexperts.com
- www.studentscholarships.org
- www.cappex.com
- www.collegeforalltexans.com
- www.everychanceeverytexan.org
- www.gocollege.com
- www.jlvcollegecounseling.com
Scholarship 101 Workshop
Scholarships Opportunities
CSISD Education Foundation Scholarships Deadline: March 1, 2019
Current Scholarships
C.S.I.S.D. PTO Scholarships Deadline: March 1, 2019
- Attendance for at least 2 years at the campus in which the applicant is applying.
- Current Extra-Curricular Leadership and Involvement – includes school, civic and community events as well as honors.
- Written Essay - Applicants will be evaluated based on response to a written essay.
- Official Transcript – Applicants must submit an official transcript so grades, class ranking, and test scores can be verified
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships Deadlines Vary
Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers Deadlines Vary
The Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers - one component of the Raising Texas Teachers initiative - is designed to encourage the best and brightest students to consider a future in the teaching profession. The scholarship consists of $8,000 in annual funding for up to fours years, as well as ongoing professional development opportunities, mentorship from sitting public school educators, and participation in a statewide aspiring teachers network facilitated by the Raise Your Hand Texas Foundation.
Approximately 100 scholarships will be awarded through teacher preparation programs at 10 partner universities each year, with the cohort growing to include 500 scholars annually. The competitive selection process includes an application, pre-screening by university teams, and a daylong event consisting of a group activity, mock teaching lesson, and panel interview.
The Charles Butt Scholarship application opens on September 17, 2018. The close date for applications for each program is listed below.
University
Our Lady of the Lake University (Residency program)
Deadline: January 18, 2019
Rice University
Deadline: January 15, 2019
University of Houston
Deadline: January 18, 2019
Southern Methodist University
Deadline: December 14, 2018
Texas A&M University- Special Education program
Deadline: January 10, 2019
Texas Tech University
Deadline: December 1, 2018
Trinity University
Deadline: January 18, 2019
University of North Texas-Dallas
December 7, 2018
UTeach Natural Sciences at UT Austin
Deadline: February 9, 2019
UT Austin College of Education
Deadline: February 9, 2019
UT-Rio Grande Valley (STEP UP)
Deadline: January 18, 2019
If you have any questions, please email Raisingtxteachers@ryht.org.
Texas Engineering Foundation Scholarship Deadline: January 18, 2019
Applicants should contact their local coordinator to determine if there are specific requirements for applying to their area's TSPE chapter.
Brazos Coordinator: James Smith, P.E.
City of College Station
PO Box 9960
College Station, TX 77842
Work Phone: (979) 764-3877
Email: jsmith@cstx.gov
The Sons of the Republic of Texas Essay Contest Deadline: January 31, 2019
ELIGIBILITY:Graduating Seniors in any High School may enter. History, Government and English students are particularly encouraged to participate.The authors of the three best essays submitted will be the winners if the essays so warrant. They will be recognized and the prizes presented by The Sons of the Republic of Texas at the annual San Jacinto Celebration in Houston. The prizes will be scholarships to the college of each winner's choice or will be given to the student directly.
Baylor University Carr P. Collins Scholarship Deadline: January 31, 2019
For consideration, applicants must:
- rank in the top quarter of their graduating class
- have a minimum score of 1310 on the SAT or 28 on the ACT
- have completed a balanced college preparatory program including history, science and a foreign language
- be a bona fide resident of the state of Texas
TSCRF Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2019
Sponsor: Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Foundation (TSCRF)
To be eligible for the 2019-2020 TSCRF scholarship, an applicant must:
- Be accepted or enrolled at an accredited university in Texas or Oklahoma and pursuing a degree program in agriculture or an agriculture-related program (Animal Science, Pre-Vet, Agribusiness, Range Management or Wildlife).
- Be a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of Texas or Oklahoma.
- Be a member or sponsored by a member of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Transcripts from all colleges attended must be submitted. If currently a high school senior, please include high school transcript.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Have a background that includes beef cattle production.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2019
Application opens November 1, 2018
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:
- Be a graduating high school senior;
- Plan to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the United States;
- Show leadership potential;
- Demonstrate a dedication to community service;
- Present evidence of financial need;
- Be a United States citizen;
- Have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21;
- Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4–year College when applying for the scholarship.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholarships Deadline: Feb 4, 2019
Class of 2018 Nina Heard Astin Academic Scholarship Deadline February 15, 2019
- Eligible applicants can apply online at www.csascholars.org
- The deadline for applying is FEBRUARY 15, 2019.
- Deadline for receipt of the online application as well as additional materials requested is 5:00pm est. on FEBRUARY 15, 2019.
- The application process for those students who will be graduating May 2019.
Doris Floyd Thomas Scholarship Deadline: February 15, 2019.
- Applicants must be interested in obtaining training in the field of nursing.
- Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
- Applicants must demonstrate traits of high personal character and leadership.
Texas Jaycee Foundation Scholarship Deadline: February 15, 2019
Stephen F. Austin State University Smith-Hutson Scholarship Deadline: February 28, 2019
- Demonstrate financial need and academic potential
Adam Rodyer Masonic Lodge #778 Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2019
Scholarship Amount: $1000.00
Mail completed applications to:
Adam Royer Lodge #778
PO Box 296
Wellborn, TX 77881
Bryan Chapter #222, Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2019
Gloria S. Sale/Bryan Coca-Cola Educational Trust Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2019
- Must be returned to the counseling office in a 9 x 12 envelope by 4:15 pm
2019 TAAIS Memorial Foundation Asthma Scholarship Award Deadline: March 1, 2019
This $1,500 one-time award will be granted to up to three qualified and deserving seniors attending a Texas high school who suffer from Asthma.
- Applicants must be seniors attending a Texas high school during the 2018-2019 school year that suffer from Asthma, and who plan to go to college after high school graduation.
- The award will be payable directly to the college or university of choice in the student’s name.
The Conditional Grant Program is available to eligible students pursuing a degree in civil engineering or a department approved operational business discipline. The Conditional Grant Program will consider both Texas public and private four-year institutions.
Students accepted into the program receive up to $3,000 per semester or $6,000 per academic year, based on financial need.
To qualify for the Conditional Grant Program, you must be economically disadvantaged, and you must also:
- be a Texas resident eligible to work in the U.S.,
- have a minimum high school grade point average of 3.00 on a four-point scale, or
- a minimum score of 900 on the SAT or
- a minimum score of 21 on the ACT,
- plan to attend an accredited four-year Texas public or private college or university as a full-time student (minimum 12 semester hours),
- declare an intent to seek a four-year degree in civil engineering or a department approved operational business discipline,
- agree to work for TxDOT for two years immediately following graduation, and
- not be more than 30 days delinquent in providing child support under a court order or written repayment plan.
Turn application into the Counseling Office by 4:00 PM.
- Graduating senior
- Minimum GPA of 3.5
- Plan to attend an accredited college or university
- Must demonstrate an exemplary record of school and community involvement
- The student must submit the financial aid information form for their chosen college or university by August 1, 2019.
The Woman's Club Bryan/College Station Scholarship Deadline: March 7, 2019
Award Amount: $1000
- Must be returned to the counseling office in a 9 X 12 envelope by 4:15 p.m
Brian Bachmann Legacy Scholarship Deadline: March 15, 2019
Applicants must meet or exceed the following requirements to be eligible.
- · Applicants must be graduating seniors in the Brazos Valley, entering their first year of college.
- · Applicants’ major choice of study must be in the criminal justice field and/or their parents must come from a criminal justice background.
- · Complete the application in full and attach a 4X6 color photograph of the applicant.
- · High School GPA of at least 2.75 – attach a copy of high school transcript.
- · Acceptance to a college or university – attach a copy of acceptance letter.
- · SAT and ACT scores – attach official printout.
- · Submit one (1) letter of recommendation with application.
Wellborn Lions Club Scholarship Deadline: March 18, 2019
Award Amount: $1250
- Must be returned to the counseling office in a 9 X 12 envelope by 4:15 p.m
Texas Telephone Association Scholarship Deadline March 22, 2019
- U.S. Citizen
- Student graduating from a Texas high school no later than June 2019
- Student achieving a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (out of a possible 4.0)
- Student planning to attend a Texas college or university by the Fall of 2019;
- A letter of acceptance from a Texas college or university where student has been accepted
- Copy of student’s SAR (Student Aid Report)
- Must be returned to the counseling office in a 9 X 12 envelope by 4:15 p.m.
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Deadline: March 31, 2019
Average to Extraordinary Scholarship Deadline: March 31, 2019
Sponsor: Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers
Amount: $1,000
Description: Scholarship is open to high school students from Texas. Applicant must share an experience that has changed his of her life, entrepreneurial goals, and their passions.
2019 Capital Farm Credit Scholarship sponsored by the Bryan Credit Office
Deadline: April 1, 2019
Capital Farm Credit supports rural communities and agriculture with reliable, consistent credit and financial services. And because a steady flow of credit means more jobs and economic growth, Capital Farm Credit is also helping invest in the vibrancy of communities throughout rural Texas through our scholarship program. Scholarships are awarded using the following eligibility requirements:
- Funds shall be used to attend an accredited vocational or technical school, college or university. Student must maintain full time status.
- Applicants must be seniors, graduating within the current school year.
- Currently has no less than a “B” grade average
- Applicant must demonstrate that they have a tentative educational plan and goals, related to fields in agriculture, education, or natural resources (may include Ag Communications, Ag Economics/Business, Ag Education, Wildlife or Ranch Management, Education, etc.).
- Applicants must include the following documents for consideration: (Please send all documents together) a. Completed application b. 1-2 letters of recommendation c. 100-200 word essay on topic given in application d. Local newspaper Information (name, address, phone number)
- Applications and all supporting documents must be received by April 1, 2019.
- a. No late submissions will be accepted.
- b. The guidance counselor of each scholarship winner will be notified.
Mail to: CFC Scholarship Committee 3000 Briarcrest Dr. Ste. 101 Bryan, Texas 77802
Hand-deliver to: CFC Bryan Credit Office 3000 Briarcrest Dr. Ste. 101 Bryan, Texas 77802
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship Deadline: April 2, 2019
- Must be of Hispanic Heritage
- Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for High School Students
- Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for College and Graduate Students
- Plan to enroll Full-Time in an accredited, not-for-profit, 4-year university, or graduate school, during the FALL of a scholarship cycle (year)
- U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA)
- Complete FAFSA or state based financial aid application (if applicable)
American Legion Auxiliary Department of Texas Scholarship Deadline: May 1, 2019
Financial Aid
FINANCIAL AID can be awarded by the government and by the institution of higher learning that you attend. The amount of financial aid offered is based on need and can come in the form of grants or loans. The FAFSA (Federal Application for Student Aid) needs to be filled out in October of the senior year.
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