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Applying for Scholarships Checklist
  • Complete the ApplyTexas Application by December 1.
  • Contact your prospective academic department to learn about its scholarship opportunities and application procedures.
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to assist in the consideration process. Most institutional scholarships are merit-based, but some also consider socioeconomic disadvantages or financial need, as assessed by the FAFSA.

    To be considered for the full range of scholarships offered through the Office of Student Financial Services, students MUST complete the FAFSA. The FAFSA is available beginning January 1, and the priority deadline for Fall attendees is March 31.

    Learn more about completing the FAFSA at the OSFS web site.
  • Search for private scholarships. See Scholarship Types for additional scholarship resources.
 
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Don't forget to check with your High School Counselor about local scholarship opportunities. A large percentage of entering freshmen receive scholarships from organizations within their communities. In some cases, applications for these awards are made known only to high school counselors.
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