Description

The purpose of the program is to provide grant aid to students with financial need who are enrolled in public two-year community colleges, public technical colleges or public state colleges in Texas. Funding is limited.

Applicants must:

• Be classified by the institution as a Texas resident
• Show financial need
• Have applied for any available financial aid
• Register for the Selective Service, unless exempt
• Be enrolled at least half time as an undergraduate at an eligible 2-year institution.
• Not have attempted more than 30 semester credit hours (excluding credits for dual enrollment or by examination)
• Not have already earned an associates or baccalaureate degree
• Not be concurrently receiving a TEXAS Grant
• Not have been convicted of: Not have been convicted of: Any felony; or Any offense under the law of any jurisdiction involving a controlled substance as defined by the Health and Safety Code Chapter 481, Texas Controlled Substances Act.

Students continuing in college and who meet program academic standards can receive awards as well. The academic requirements for continuing in the program are listed on the website.

Deadline- January 15

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Deadline dates are subject to change; please check website to verify.