Texas Scholarships

"Here are the first 20 scholarships where one of the requirements is based on where you live."

Some states or counties have hundreds of scholarships for which you may qualify.

Ida V. Holland Missionary Scholarship

Course of study: christian education or ministry. Student must be a resident of Bexar County; be between the ages of 18-24 years old; and be studying missionary work (ministry or Christian education). Student must attend Moody School or one of equal standing. Submit request for application in writing to: First Presbyterian Church; Lindsay Blackmon; 404 N. Alamo; San Antonio, TX 78205. Determined by a selection committee. Please check the website for deadline of application.

Carol Lee Jones Educational and Cultural Fund

Student must be enrolled at Texas Woman's University; be a resident of Texas and be unable to attend college without financial assistance. Available for all areas of study. Financial Aid Office at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, TX. Determined by Financial Aid Office at Texas Woman's University. The application will be available in December. Check the website for deadline of application.

Pat and Dorothy (Lehr) Legan Scholarship

Student must be unable to attend college without financial assistance and plan to attend St. Mary's University or University of Incarnate Word. Available for all areas of study. Contact Financial Aid Office at St. Mary's University or University of the Incarnate Word. Determined by a selection committee. Please check the website for deadline of application.

Matthews & Branscomb/Law Scholarship

- U.S. citizens - Hispanic or African-American first-year law student - Enrolled at accredited Texas law school - Permanent resident of Texas - Interested in practicing law in San Antonio or Corpus Christi - LSAT scores in 80th percentile or higher

Amarillo Garden Club Scholarship

Restricted to female students from the Amarillo metropolitan area who are enrolled as a junior or senior at Texas Tech University and West Texas A&M University majoring in the field of horticulture.

Nancy Gerald Memorial Nursing Scholarship

  This scholarship was established by the family of Nancy Gerald to honor her memory.   Eligibility  : • Junior or senior level college student from 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle   • Exhibit integrity, thriftiness, ambition, good moral character, and a sincere desire to achieve a higher level of education in the field of Nursing   • Maintain a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA while in college   • Major in field nursing at Amarillo College or West Texas A & M University pursuing a career in one of the following: 1. AAS (Associate of Applied Science) Program  2. BSN (Bachelor of Science Nurse) Program – applicant should be in their junior or senior year 3.   MSN (Masters of Science Nurse) Program – applicant will have completed the BSN Program  Application   • AAF General Scholarship Application   Award Selection   • Local scholarship committee   Scholarship Amount   • $500    • One time award

Academic Scholarship

Who May Apply: * Anyone pursuing graduate-level coursework in school librarianship for initial library certification, for a degree program, or for professional growth. * Funds from the scholarship may be applied to expenses associated with a full semester (either summer or long sessions) of college credit, including, but not limited to, tuition, housing, or travel to course site. Applications will be evaluated by the following criteria: 1. Demonstrates commitment to school librarianship. 2. Demonstrates good written communication skills. 3. Financial situation of applicant will be considered. 4. Applicant's chance of continued involvement with TLA and TASL.

Innovation in Education Scholarship

LA Tutors awards a monthly $500 Innovation Scholarship to high school and college students who showcase their creativity and make a positive impact.

Robert A. Rob & Margaret W. Kesterson Schp

Restricted to graduating high school seniors of the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle. Recipients are restricted to attending either Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University and must be employed part-time while pursuing their college degree. The student must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum of 12 hours) and maintain a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Recipients are selected by the Scholarship Screening Committee of the Foundation.

The Donaldson D. Frizzell Scholarship

The Donaldson D. Frizzell Scholarship is First Command Educational Foundation’s (FCEF) direct-apply scholarship. Each year FCEF awards $15,000 to deserving students around the country. There are two (2) $5,000 and two (2) $2,500 scholarships. This is a competitive scholarship that is awarded based on student achievement, need, and merit.

MusicAuthority’s Annual Music Lovers Scholarship

MusicAuthority recognizes the positive impact that music can have on a student’s learning experience. Studies have shown how music can enhance learning- from improving memory performance to relieving anxiety, music can be a great component to aid a student’s college experience. We are proud to offer our $1,000 scholarship to one current or prospective student. We will be offering this scholarship on a continual basis and we are excited to promote a passion for music and higher education.

James M. Norman Scholarship Fund

Education has been a fundamental goal of The Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate since its inception. It has provided over $26.5 Million in funds to Texas youth by purchasing their projects at the Fort Worth Stock Show Junior Livestock Auction. In most cases, these funds are a critical element in their plans to pursue a college education. In addition, the Syndicate has an endowed scholarship fund. The James M. "Jim Bob" Norman Scholarship Fund was established in 1984 as a permanent endowment in memory of Jim Bob Norman who was chairman of the Syndicate at the time of his death. Jim Bob was active in many youth organizations and it was his dream to start a college scholarship endowment to help young Texas men and women pursue agricultural careers.

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