Competitive Scholarship Waiver

Program Purpose

To grant a waiver of nonresident tuition charges to individuals who receive scholarships totaling at least $1,000 awarded by their institution in competition open both to residents and to nonresidents.  For more information visit: www.collegefortexans.com

Qualifications

To be eligible to apply for this program a student must be a nonresident or foreign student receiving a competitive scholarship of at least $1,000 (or a combination of scholarships totaling at least $1,000). Students must have competed with other students, including Texas residents, for the award. The student may receive a waiver of nonresident tuition for the period of time covered by the scholarship, not to exceed 12 months. Waivers may be received in any year in which the student meets the competitive scholarship requirements.

Award Amount

This award is limited to public institutions.  The waiver covers the nonresident portion of tuition.    

Application Process

The process for applying for a tuition waiver varies.   You will want to contact the Student Financial Office at 956-292-7298.