Scholarships for Texas Students
Last updated February 7, 2023
Scholarships are a great way to pay for college! If you are going to college in Texas we have compiled a great list of scholarships you may be eligible for (and don’t have to pay back!). Some of these scholarships require a separate application while others only ask you to file the FAFSA or TASFA so make sure to get that done ASAP! Need help? Check out our helpful articles on filling out the FAFSA or TASFA for financial aid. Here are just a few scholarships you may be able to apply for as a student in Texas.
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Terry Foundation Scholarship // Terry Foundation
This scholarship is funded by the Terry Foundation but awarded through multiple colleges and universities in Texas. Click here for the full list of schools that partner with the Terry Foundation to award scholarships. Students are only eligible if they graduated high school in Texas.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
National CPR Foundation Healthcare and Education Scholarship Program // National CPR Foundation
Amount: $500
Deadline: Monthly; see website for more details
Incoming and current college students who are at least 18 years of age and have a minimum GPA of 2.8 are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must be currently or planning to be enrolled in school majoring in a healthcare or education-related field. Applicants must submit a 500- to 750-word essay describing what motivates them in their career aspirations, and why they want to pursue or are currently studying for a healthcare or education-related degree.
Amarillo Area Foundation Scholarships // Amarillo Area Foundation
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10, 2023
Amarillo Area Foundation offers a variety of scholarships for different colleges, fields of study, and county of residence. Available to high school seniors and college students enrolled in the Texas Panhandle region.
Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarships // Texas 4-H Foundation
Deadline: February 15, 2023
This scholarship is available to active members of the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program for the current year AND at least two of the three previous years, for a minimum of three years of participation. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of Texas.
Valero Minority Engineering Summit // Valero
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: February 15, 2023
Valero's Minority Engineering Summit, which includes a $1,500 education scholarship, is intended for minority college freshmen who are majoring in engineering. Participants are invited to a four-day experience at Valero Headquarters in San Antonio.
The Southwest Airlines Scholarship // Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Deadline: February 28, 2023
This scholarship is available to students at trade/vocational schools and 2- and 4-year colleges and universities. Applicants must express interest in a career in the airline industry. Special consideration is given to applicants who identify as black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC), are first-generation college students, and are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant.
Foundation 649 Scholarship // Foundation 649
Amount: $4,000 across 4 years
Deadline: March 1, 2023
This scholarship is available to students that identify as Asian American and/or Pacific Islander. Applicants must be enrolled in or attending an accredited university by Fall 2023.
AWM Scholarship // Austin Alliance for Women in Media
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 1, 2023
This scholarship is available to students who have completed 45+ hours of college coursework by December 2022. Applicants must have an overall GPA of 3.25 or higher, and must be enrolled as a full-time college student with a declared major in radio, television, film, journalism, etc. and intend to pursue a career in media.
Flip Foundation Scholarships // Flip Foundation
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 5, 2023
This scholarship is available to high school seniors and students currently enrolled at any college, university or trade school. Must have above a 2.5 GPA and be a U.S. citizen. Applicants must submit a project based on individual talent (writing, singing, video, etc.). Be sure to note that you have financial need on your application (if applicable), as that is heavily considered.
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships // Microsoft
Amount: $2,500-$20,000
Deadline: March 15, 2023
To be considered for these scholarships, applicants must be African-American high school seniors with plans to pursue a degree in STEM. Must demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and higher. Must submit two letters of recommendation, resume, and an essay.
Susan Howard Community Service Award // British American Foundation of Texas
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 31, 2023
Available to low-income students in Texas who have "demonstrated initiative and leadership skills through their dedication to benefitting their community.” Applicants must be working on a community service project or have done so within the past 12 months. Must be able to attend an award reception in Houston in April 2021 if chosen.
British American Foundation of Texas Undergrad Scholarship // BAFTX
Deadline: March 31, 2023
If you are a Texas resident with a 3.25+ GPA who plans to major in STEM or Business, you are able to apply for this scholarship. Preference will be given to students who have completed the FAFSA. Must be able to attend an award reception in Houston in April 2021 if chosen.
LoadView Women in Computing Scholarship // Access Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 1, 2023
This scholarship is open to female students currently enrolled as full-time undergraduate students in the U.S. or Canada. Must be planning to pursue a degree/career in computing. Essay required with application.
Energize Your Education Scholarship // ElectricityPlans
Amount: $500
Deadline: May 1, 2023
Must be a higher school senior planning to attend a 2 or 4-year university after graduating, and must have a minimum of a 3.2 GPA.
AISES Apple Scholarship Program // AISES
Amount: $15,000
Deadline: May 31, 2023
This scholarship is available to Indigenous college students in the U.S. studying in a STEM field. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and higher. Applicants must be a current AISES member at time of application.
Text Free For Tita Bi-Annual Scholarship // Patterson Law Group
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Applicants to this scholarship must submit a multimedia, written, or photo PSA to reduce the number of accidents due to distracted driving in Texas. Applicants must post their submission on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtags #TextFreeForTita and #scholarship (must be public) and tag @pattersonlawgroup. Multiple entries accepted.
Stand Up To Distracted Driving Scholarship // Kanoski Bresney
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 1, 2023
This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who will be attending college through the fall. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit an essay on a given topic related to distracted driving.
Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program // Novus Biologicals
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: July 19, 2023
This scholarship is open to students worldwide enrolled or accepted for enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies with a declared major in a science related field. Applicants must submit a personal statement and a statement on what they believe is the biggest hurdle for people working in their specific field of interest and why.
Semper Solaris Scholarship // Semper Solaris
Amount: $500-$3,000
Deadline: July 31, 2023
High school applicants must be seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled full-time at an accredited high school between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022. Proof of enrollment must be submitted. High school applicants must write a 750-word essay answering the following question: “How do you see solar power changing our country in the future?”
Hearts for Community Scholarship // Warrick Dunn Charities
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: July 31, 2023
This scholarship program provides awards to support students who are active volunteers in their community and are attending or will soon attend a post-secondary institution. Two letters of recommendation showing proof of volunteer experience and a 500-word essay required.
Rodeo Enthusiast Scholarship // Rodeo Ticket
Amount: $500
Deadline: August 15, 2023
This scholarship is available to students who either grew up going to rodeos or went to one for the first time as an adult. Applicants must write a 700-1,500 word essay about the experience. Must include a photo of yourself with your essay submission. Scholarship available to students in all 50 states.
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Denny’s Hungry for Education Scholarship // Denny’s | 100 Black Men of Upstate SC, Inc
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 10, 2022
Scholarship is open to students who will be full-time students at accredited and post-secondary institutions. Grades and academic performance will serve as indicators of potential; however, preference will be given to African American male youth.
Pumphrey Law Scholarship // Pumphrey Law
Amount: $250-$750
Deadline: December 9, 2022
This scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate and graduate students in the United States. Applicants must submit an essay on the following prompt: “Why do prosecutors and defense attorneys have different ethical duties?”
PixelPlex Annual Scholarship // PixelPlex
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: December 5, 2022
This scholarship is open to citizens and permanent residents of the United States who are incoming or current college students studying in a field of study related to science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), economics, or business.
Stephen J. Bradley Stop Hunger Scholarship // Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: December 5, 2022
This scholarship is open to students in kindergarten through graduate school (ages 5-25) who have demonstrated ongoing commitment to their community by performing unpaid volunteer services impacting hunger in the United States within the last 12 months.
Take Care of Texas Video Contest // Take Care of Texas
Amount: $500-$2,500
Deadline: December 2, 2022
This scholarship is open to Texas high school students grades 9-12. Applicants must submit a video that portrays positive ways Texas can help keep our air clean, keep our water clean, conserve water, save energy, or reduce waste.
“You Can’t Label People, but You Can Label Products Scholarship” // Sttark
Amount: 4,000
Deadline: November 30, 2022
This scholarship is open to high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are U.S. citizens. Applicants must submit a 1,000-word essay responding to the following prompt: “You can’t label people, but you can label products,” as well as design their own label related to their essay that belongs on a product, but not a person. In addition to their essay and label design, applicants must submit a 250-word biography about themselves. Applications must be submitted to [email protected]
STEM Scholarship // NextStepU
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: November 30, 2022
This scholarship is open to students who are interested in pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) major. Applicant must be 16-22 years old at the time of entry and be a registered user of NextStepU.com.
Unboxing Your Life Video Scholarship // Sttark
Amount: $4,000
Deadline: November 30, 2022
Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are U.S. citizens. Applicants must create a 5-minute unboxing video of their life that showcases their originality and unique personality, as well as provide a 250-word biography with their application video. Applications must be emailed to [email protected]
Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders // United States Hispanic Leadership Institute
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: November 30, 2022
This scholarship is available to students enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply (DACA or undocumented).
Generous Heart Scholarship // YE Law
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: November 30, 2022
This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students in all 50 states with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit an essay sharing about a time that they helped another person.
“In The Driver’s Seat” Scholarship // National Driving and Traffic School
Amount: $500
Deadline: November 30, 2022
This scholarship is available to students both in the U.S. and abroad. Applicants to this scholarship must be enrolled in high school, university, or college as a full-time student. Must submit a 750-word essay answering the following questions:
- What is the importance of driver education in reducing the number of deaths as a result of driving?
- What steps can be taken to reduce the number of deaths related to driving?
- Have you ever had an experience of being in a car accident or have seen your friends or family members driving irresponsibly?
- What steps can you take to be a better and safer driver as well as help others become safer on the road?
Minority/Women in STEM Scholarship // Bold.org
Amount: 5 winners, $1,000 each
Deadline: November 19, 2022
Any BIPOC and/or female high school senior or undergraduate who is a first-generation, low-income student interested in STEM may apply for this scholarship. Applicants must write a 400-600 word-essay answering the following prompt: “What are some challenges you've had to overcome while pursuing your education and how do you plan on making a positive impact on the world through your STEM education?”
TMCF x Walmart Foundation HBCU First Generation Scholarship // Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Amount: Up to $6,200
Deadline: October 10, 2022
First-generation students attending one of TMCF's 47 publicly-supported HBCUs or Predominantly Black Institutions are eligible for this scholarship. 61 scholars will be chosen as winners. All applicants must submit a 2-minute maximum video answering the following prompt: "What would it mean to you and your community to be the first person in your family to earn a college degree?"
BEE, YOU Scholarship // Busy Bee's Virtual Assistance & Management, LLC
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: October 3, 2022
This scholarship is available to high school seniors and current college students with financial need. Applicants must be working part or full-time in addition to being students in order to qualify for this scholarship. Applicants must write a 500-word maximum essay responding to one of the provided prompts as well as submit a link to a 2-minute video sharing your experience as a working student.
Animal Rescue Scholarship // Aulsbrook Law Firm
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: September 30, 2022
This scholarship will be awarded “to a caring individual who demonstrates their love for animals and a commitment to increasing animal welfare.” Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 and higher, and must write a 750 word essay that answers the following prompt: “Discuss your relationship with a rescue animal or volunteer animal organization and how it has impacted your life. How do you dedicate your time to helping animals and animal rescue organizations?” Applications and transcripts must be submitted to [email protected].
ExxonMobil Engineering Scholarship // LULAC National Educational Service Centers
Amount: $2,000-$20,000
Deadline: September 9, 2022
This scholarship is available to Hispanic high school seniors who plan to pursue an engineering degree in Austin, Corpus Christi,Dallas, El Paso,Houston, and San Antonio.
Callahan Law Firm Scholarship Program // The Callahan Law Firm
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: August 1, 2022
This scholarship is available to students in the greater Houston area who have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Applicants must write a 1,000 word essay answering the prompt: “Describe a current social, economic, or political issue of your choice and how it has influenced your life. What solutions do you propose to improve or resolve that issue, and -if applicable- how will your study of choice contribute to solving this problem?”
The Urban Scholarship Fund // Texas Association of Developing Colleges
Amount: Varies; between $700-$2,000
Deadline: July 15, 2022
This scholarship fund awards $700 to community college and technical college students, $1,000 to public four-year college/university students, and $2,000 to students at independent (private) 4-year colleges and universities. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and Texas residents. Must be able to demonstrate financial need.
Southwestern Regional Scholarship // Korean American Scholarship Foundation
Amount: $500-$5,000
Deadline: June 30, 2022
Full-time students who are of Korean descent are eligible for this scholarship. Students must be enrolled at a college or university in one of the designated Southwestern region states (Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas) during the 2022-2023 school year. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and can demonstrate need for financial assistance.
Minority Women in STEM Financial Need Scholarship // Bold.org
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 30, 2022
This scholarship is for undergraduate BIPOC women at the University of Texas at Dallas who are pursuing careers in the STEM field. To apply, write about your career goals after college and how you plan to achieve them.
Scholarship // The VANROSS Foundation
Amount: $500
Deadline: June 30, 2022
Applicants must “demonstrate positive-impact involvement consistent with capacity and circumstances and/or significant improvement/success in scholarship and community involvement.” Must submit 3 letters of recommendation, transcript, FAFSA, and EFC to be considered.
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