STATE OF TEXAS FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS

The following are financial aid programs available to students who are residents of the state of Texas. For more detailed information on state financial aid programs contact:

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
1200 East Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78752 - 1743

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 12788
Austin, TX 78711.-2788
Phone (512)427-6101

www.thecb.state.tx.us

Training Vouchers for Youths Aging Out of Foster Care

Education and Training Vouchers for Youths Aging Out of Foster Care (ETV)

Program Purpose

To provide financial assistance to help youth ages 16 - 23 to begin, continue or complete postsecondary education and training programs.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are between the ages of 16 and 21 who have a high school diploma or equivalent and are attending a Texas public or private college that provides a bachelor's degree or not less than a two-year program that provides credit towards an associate's degree or certificate;
Are beyond the age of compulsory school attendance (age 18) and are attending an accredited or preaccredited program that provides not less than one year of training toward gainful employment;
Are in TDFPS foster care and who are at least 16 years old and are likely to remain in foster care until age 18;
Have aged out of TDFPS foster care, but have not yet turned 21; or
Are adopted from TDFPS foster care after turning 16 years old who are not yet 21.

Youth participating in the education and training voucher program on their 21st birthday can remain eligible until age 23 as long as they are enrolled and making satisfactory progress toward completing their postsecondary education or training program.

Where may the awards be used?

The voucher may be used at any Texas public or private educational institution that is accredited or granted preaccredited status. A listing of accredited Texas institutions is available online.

How much can be awarded?

The education and training voucher can be used to cover the cost of attendance (tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, child care and some personal expenses or $5,000 per year, whichever amount is less.

How can I apply?

Contact the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at (512) 438-3312, send an e-mail to TDFPS at [email protected] , or visit the TDFPS website at www.dfps.state.tx.us.

Where can I get additional information?

Contact your college.

Fifth Year Accounting Student Scholarship(Fifth Year)

Program Purpose

To promote the professional and educational needs of the state; increase the number of highly trained and educated professional accountants available to serve the residents of this state; improve the state's business environment and encourage economic development and financial stability; and identify, recognize and support outstanding scholars who plan to pursue careers in accounting.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

are classified as residents of Texas;
Are enrolled at participating public or private, non-profit colleges and universities in Texas (including junior/community colleges);
Are enrolled at least half-time;
Will have completed at least 120 hours of college course work (including at least 15 semester credit hours of accounting) at the beginning of the term in which the award is being made;
Are making satisfactory academic progress;
Have not already taken the CPA exam, but plan to take the CPA examination in the State of Texas and are willing to sign a written statement confirming the intent to take the written examination conducted by the Texas State Board of Public Accounting for the purpose of being granted a certificate of "Certified Public Accountant;"
Register for the Selective Service or be exempt from this requirement, and
Demonstrate financial need.

Where may the awards be used?

The award may be used at participating public and private, non-profit colleges and universities in Texas, including junior/community colleges.

How much can be awarded?

Individuals may receive a scholarship for up to $5,000.

How large is the program?

In 2006-2007, the number of awards granted to students was 293.

How can I apply?

Obtain an application from the Dean or Department of Accounting or College Financial Aid Office. Applications are processed through the financial aid office of your institution, although a representative of the School of Accounting or Dean of the Academic Department for Accounting must approve the selection of recipients.

Where can I get additional information?

Fifth Year Accounting Student Scholarship FAQ
Your eligibility for this program is determined by the financial aid office at your college. Funds may not be immediately available to you at the beginning of the semester. Contact your college financial aid office for additional information on eligibility of availability of funds.

Kenneth H. Ashworth Fellowship Program

Program Purpose

To provide financial assistance to students with financial need who are enrolled in graduate programs in public affairs, public service or public administration.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are Texas Residents;
Show financial need;
Are enrolled as graduate students in public affairs, public service or public administration;
Intend to work in Texas after completing their graduate studies; and
Register for the selective Service or be exempt from this requirement.

Where may the awards be used?

Only in-state (Texas) colleges or universities may participate in the program.
Only public or private, non-profit college or universities may participate in the program (no private, for-profit colleges or universities may participate).

How much can be awarded?

Individual awards are for $2,000.

How large is the program?

One award per year.

How can I apply?

The Deans of colleges of public affairs, public service and public administration at eligible college or universities may submit applications for two students per year to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The recipient is selected by a committee at the Coordinating Board. Applications submitted by Deans are due to the Coordinating Board by February 20 of each year.

Where can I get additional information?

Contact the Grants & Special Programs Office or 512/427-6340 (Austin area) or 800/242-3062 (outside Austin).

Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Program(LEAP)

Program Purpose

To provide grant assistance to financially needy students.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are Texas residents
Attend a public or private university
Are undergraduate students
Show financial need based on federal methodology
Are not in default on a federal loan and do not owe a refund on a federal or state grant
Are United States citizens
Have not borrowed in excess of federal student aid limits
Register for the Selective Service, unless exempt < or diploma school high a>

Where may the awards be used?

Only Texas colleges or universities may participate in the program.
Both public and private, non-profit colleges or universities may participate in the program (no career colleges).

How much can be awarded?

No individual award may be for more than the student’s financial need or $5,000, whichever is less. Award amounts are determined by the financial aid officer.

How large is the program?

Texas received approximately $1.6 million for LEAP awards during 2005-06.

How can I apply?

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The financial aid office at your institution will notify you if you are eligible.

Where can I get additional information?

Your eligibility for this program is determined by the financial aid office at your college. Funds may not be immediately available at the beginning of the semester. Contact your college financial aid office for additional information.

Marine Corps Foundation Scholarship

The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to deserving sons and daughters of current or former United States Marines in their pursuit of higher education. We also provide a very limited number of scholarships to children of Navy Corpsmen who serve or have served with Marines.

One-year scholarships (ranging from $1,000 -$10,000) are awarded annually and are limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational and/or technical institutions. Our "Heroes Tribute Scholarships" (of up to $20,000 over four years) are given to the children of Marines and the children of Navy Corpsmen serving with the Marines whose parent is killed in the ongoing Global War on Terror. Current scholarship recipients must reapply each year and are limited to a total of four awards.

The application submission deadlines for the 2008-2009 academic year are:

March 3, 2008 for high school seniors graduating in 2008 and all others beginning who will begin their first semester of post-high-school study (e.g., college freshmen or first semester of trade school)

April 15, 2008 for all other applicants (anyone entering their second or subsequent year of post-high-school education, whether or not you have previously applied for our scholarships).

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be: The son/daughter of one of the following:

An active duty or reserve U. S. Marine
A U.S. Marine who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
An active duty or reserve U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served, with the U.S. Marine Corps
A U.S. Navy Corpsman who has served with the U.S. Marine Corps and has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Navy

OR
The grandchild of one of the following:

A U.S. Marine who served with the 4th Marine Division during World War II and is/was a member of their association
A U.S. Marine who served with the 6th Marine Division during World War II and is/was a member of their association
A U.S. Marine who served in the 531 Gray Ghost Squadron and is/was a member of their association

AND

A high school graduate, or registered as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution (Scholarship awards are not available for graduate study.)
AND

The eligible applicant has a maximum adjusted gross income of $77,000 or less. The limit increases by $10,000 if an applicant's sibling also applies. For the purpose of determining eligibility, non-taxable allowances received by military members on active duty are NOT included in determining adjusted gross income. This income limit requirement is waived for any applicant whose parent was killed in combat in the Global War on Terror.
AND

GPA is at least 2.0.

Additional Information

Additional information is available at the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation website at www.mcsf.org or at the address below:

Scholarship Program Office:
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008
Phone: 609-921-3534
Toll-Free: 800-292-7777
Fax: 609-452-2259

Professional Nursing Scholarships(PNRS)

Program Purpose

To provide financial assistance to encourage students to become Professional Nurses

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are Texas residents
Show financial need
Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement
Enroll in classes leading to Licensure as a Professional Nurse
Enroll on at least a ½-time basis

FYI: Some, but not all funds are targeted to students from rural communities. Some are targeted to graduate students in nursing.

Where may the awards be used?

Only in-state (Texas) colleges or universities may participate in the program. Both public and private, non-profit colleges or universities with professional nursing programs may participate in the programs.

How much can be awarded?

No individual award may be for more than the student’s financial need. The maximum award is $3000.

How large is the program?

In 2004-05, the number of awards granted to students was 294. (2005-06 data not yet available)

How can I apply?

Obtain an application from the Financial Aid Office at your college or university.

Where can I get additional information?

Your eligibility for this program is determined by the financial aid office at your college. Funds may not be immediately available to you at the beginning of the semester. Contact your college financial aid office for additional information on eligibility of availability of funds.

Robert C. Byrd Scholarship (BYRD)

Program Purpose

To provide a competitive, academic merit scholarship to outstanding high school students in Texas.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are current high school graduating seniors or persons completing GED certification during the award year;
Are nominated as most academically eligible by their high school counselor or GED center director;
Are in the top 10 % of their class; and
Are Texas residents who are U.S. citizens, U.S. Nationals, or eligible U.S. permanent residents.

Where may the awards be used?

Both public and private, non-profit colleges and universities may participate in the program.
The award may be used at any eligible in-state or out-of-state institution of higher education.
Students who will attend a U.S. Military Academy are not eligible.

How much can be awarded?

The maximum award is $1,500 per year for up to four years.

How large is the program?

In 2004-2005, the number of awards granted to students was 4,079. (2005-06 data is not yet available)

How can I apply?

Students should contact their high school counselor for information. The selection of applicants is based on: grade point average, rank in class, and scores on college entrance exams. GED candidates compete based on GED academic scores.

Where can I get additional information?

Contact the Grants & Special Programs Office at 512/427-6340 (Austin area) or 800/242-3062 (outside Austin).

Rural Emergency Medical Services Scholarship Incentive Program

Program Purpose

To provide funds for a state community matching scholarship program to assist rural communities in training qualified EMS professionals for service in their communities.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

The Community:

Should be located in a rural county;
Should be a political subdivision of the state or a non-profit entity governed by council members, commissioners, or a board of trustees that is (1) responsible to and serves the community in which it is located; (2) is legally authorized to raise funds and/or accept grants and financial gifts from citizens, scholarships funds, or private foundations; (3) is able to ensure a commitment from the community of up to $2,000 (or a lesser amount determined by the Center) in contribution towards EMT training per candidate; (4) is able to assure that applicant contributions include no federal or state funds; and (5) can assure the availability of an EMS position for the candidate;
Must obtain a credit and background check on all candidates;
Must verify current EMS certification; and
Executes a contract with an eligible candidate (see application packet for details)

The EMS Candidate:

Should be at least 18 years of age;
Should be a high school graduate or have a GED certificate;
Should never have defaulted on or currently owe a refund for financial aid to any state, federal or local student financial aid granting institution;
Should never have been convicted of a felony; and
For those seeking EMT-I or EMT-P training, a candidate should hold a current license as an EMT or EMT-I from the State of Texas;
Must contract with the applicant community to provide emergency medical services in the community for at least one year after state funds are disbursed to the community;
Should have authorized a credit and background check; and
Must complete the EMT training as agreed upon with the applicant community.

How much can be awarded?

The program provides up to $2,000 in matching funds (per candidate) towards the costs of tuition and other expenses associated with EMT, EMT-1, and EMT-P levels training.

How can I apply?

Contact the Office of Rural Community Affairs at PO Drawer 12877, Austin TX 78711 or call 800-544-2042.

Where can I get additional information?

Visit the Office of Rural Community Affairs web site: www.orca.state.tx.us.

Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program (TEOG)

Program Purpose

To provide grant aid to financially needy students enrolled in Texas public two-year colleges.

Who can apply?

Individuals who: Individuals who

Are Texas residents;
Show financial need;
If applying for a first-time award, have a family contribution of no more than $2,000;
Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement;
Are enrolled at least 1/2 time (6 semester credit hours) in the first 30 hours (or their equivalent) in an associate's degree or certificate program at a public two-year college in Texas;
Have not been granted an associate's or a baccalaureate degree; and
Have not been convicted of a felony or a crime involving a controlled substance.*

Students who continue in college and who meet program academic standards can receive awards for up to 75 semester credit hours, for four years, or until they receive an associate's degree, whichever comes first. The academic requirements for continuing in the program are: At the end of the first year, the student must meet the school's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements. At the end of the second year, the student must complete at lease 75 percent of the hours attempted in the prior academic year and have an overall college grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

*An individual convicted of a crime involving a controlled substance can compete for an award in this program two years after he/she has fulfilled his/her obligation to society.

Where may the awards be used?

Use is limited to public community colleges, public technical colleges, or public state colleges in Texas. Public State Colleges include: Lamar State College at Orange; Lamar State College at Port Arthur, and Lamar Institute of Technology.

How much can be awarded?

The award amount (including state and institutional funds) is equal to the student's tuition and required fees. (For 2007-2008, this amount is approximately: $2,585 per semester for public state college students; $865 per semester for public community college students; and $1,325 per semester for public technical college students.)

How large is the program?

3,906 students received awards in this program in 2005-06.

How can I apply?

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The financial aid office at the college or university the student applied to will notify the student if he/she is eligible.

Where can I get additional information?

Your eligibility for this program is determined by the financial aid office at your college. Contact your college financial aid office for additional information on eligibility or availability of funds.

Towards EXcellence, Access and Success (TEXAS) Grant Program

Program Purpose

The Texas Legislature established the TEXAS (Towards EXcellence, Access and Success) Grant to make sure that well-prepared high school graduates with financial need could go to college.

Who can apply? Students who...

For an initial award

Are Texas residents
Have not been convicted of a felony or crime involving a controlled substance
Show financial need
Have an EFC less than or equal to 4000
Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement
AND

Be a graduate of an accredited high school in Texas not earlier than the 1998-99 school year
Complete the Recommended High School Program or Distinguished Achievement Program in high school
Enroll in a non-profit public college or university in Texas within 16 months of graduation from a public or accredited private high school in Texas and
Have accumulated no more than 30 semester credit hours, excluding those earned for dual or concurrent courses or awarded for credit by examination (AP, IB or CLEP).

Have earned an associate degree from a public technical, state or community college in Texas and
Enroll in any public university in Texas no more than 12 months after receiving their associate's degree.

Students entering the program from high school who continue in college and who meet program academic standards can receive awards for up to 150 semester credit hours, until they receive a bachelor's degree, or for five years if enrolled in a 4-year degree plan or six years if enrolled in a 5-year degree plan, whichever comes first.
Students entering the program based on acquisition of an associate's degree who continue in college and who meet program academic standards can receive awards for up to 90 semester credit hours, until they receive a bachelor's degree, or for three years if enrolled in a 4-year degree plan or four years if enrolled in a 5-year degree plan, whichever comes first.
The academic requirements for continuing in the program are:

For awards made on or after 09/01/2005

At the end of the first year, the student entering the program from high school must be meeting the school's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
At the end of his/her first year in the TEXAS Grant program, the person entering the program on the basis of an associate's degree must have completed at least 75 percent of the hours attempted, have an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and must have completed at least 24 semester credit hours during the year.
At the end of the second year in the program or later years, all students must complete at least 75 percent of the hours attempted in the prior academic year, have an overall college grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and complete at least 24 semester credit hours per year.

Where may awards be used?

A TEXAS Grant may be used to attend any public institution of higher education in Texas.

How much can be awarded?

The award amount (including state and institutional funds) is equal to the student's tuition and required fees. For 2007- 2008, the state amount is approximately: 2,585 per semester for public universities and state college students 865 per semester for public community college students and 1,325 per semester for public technical college students.

How large is the program?

In 2006-07, 52,572 students received awards in this program (uncertified data).

How can you apply?

You apply for the TEXAS Grant when you complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or other application as required by your college's financial aid office. Funding is limited, so you need to submit your application as soon as possible after January 1 of your senior year. The financial aid office at each college and university will determine if TEXAS Grant is part of the aid package that is offered to you.

Texas Health Service Corps Program: Stipends for Resident Physicians (THSC)

Program Purpose

To provide a state-funded stipend for resident physicians pursuing primary care specialties who are willing to practice in medically underserved communities in Texas.

Who can apply?

Individuals who: Are resident physicians (with a minimum of one year of residency training remaining in July of each year) and fourth year medical students (who meet the same program requirements as resident physicians by June 30 of each year) are eligible to register and apply to the program if they also:

Are graduates of a U.S. accredited allopathic or osteopathic medical school and are pursuing a medical specialty in family practice, general internal medicine, general pediatric medicine or general obstetrics and gynecology;
Are enrolled in an accredited Texas primary care residency program that holds an institution permit to practice medicine in Texas from the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners;
Have not defaulted on any educational loans and do not have a service obligation to any entity; and
Have not received and are not receiving assistance under any local, state, or federal educational loan repayment or incentive program.

Resident physicians who participate in the program must make a "match" with a qualifying medically underserved community. A resident physician who is awarded a stipend must enter into a contractual agreement with the Center for Rural Health Initiatives and commit to practice in the community upon completion of residency training, for a minimum of one year for each year that the physician received funding through the THSC Program.

How much can be awarded?

The maximum amount of the stipend is $15,000 per year and stipends are awarded annually based on the amount of funding appropriated for the program.

How large is the program?

The number of awards made is contingent upon availability of funding.

How can I apply?

Contact the Office of Rural Community Affairs, ATTN: THSC Program, PO Drawer 12877, Austin TX 78711 or call 800-544-2042.

Texas Public Educational Grant (TPEG)

Program Purpose

To provide grant assistance to students with financial need.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are Texas residents, non-residents or foreign students
Show financial need
Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement

FYI: Each institution may set its own priorities in making awards to undergraduate or graduate students; to full- or part-time students. Check with your institution to find out these requirements.

Where may the awards be used?

Public colleges or universities in Texas make TPEG awards from their own resources. Only in-state (Texas) colleges or universities may participate in the program. Only public colleges or universities participate in the program (no private, non-profit or career colleges or universities).

How much can be awarded?

No individual award may be more than the student’s financial need. Each institution might set its own maximum award amounts.

How large is the program?
102,772 awards were made to students in 2004-2005. (2005-2006 data not yet available)

Where can I get additional information?

Tuition Equalization Grant Program (TEG)

Program Purpose

To provide grant aid to financially needy students to enable them to attend private, non-profit colleges or universities in Texas.

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are Texas residents or are non-resident National Merit Finalists;
Show financial need;
Are enrolled in a private, non-profit college or university in Texas;
If awarded their first TEG prior to 9/1/2005, meet the academic progress requirements of their institution;
If awarded their first TEG on or after 9/1/2005, earn and maintain an overall college GPA of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and complete at least 24 credit hours per year (18 credit hours per year if a graduate student);
Enroll on at least

a ½-time basis if awarded TEG prior to 09/01/2005 OR
a full time basis if awarded TEG for the first time on or after 09/01/2005

Are not receiving athletic scholarships;
Are required to pay more tuition than they would pay to attend a public institution; and
Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement.

Where may the awards be used?

Only private, non-profit Texas colleges or universities may participate in the program.

How much can be awarded?

The program maximum is $3,331 per school year. However, students with exceptional need (those whose Expected Family Contributions are less than or equal to $1,000) may receive awards of up to $4,966 in a given year. Awards may not exceed the student's financial need or the amount of tuition the student is paying in excess of what he or she would pay at a public institution.

How large is the program?

29,412 students received TEG awards in 2005-06.

How can I apply?

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The financial aid office at the college or university you applied to will notify you if you are eligible.

Where can I get additional information?

Vocational Nursing Scholarships (VNRS)

Program Purpose

To provide financial assistance to encourage students to become Vocational Nurses

Who can apply?

Individuals who:

Are Texas residents
Show financial need
Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement
Enroll in classes leading to Licensure as a Vocational Nurse
Enroll on at least a ½-time basis

FYI: Some, but not all funds are targeted to students from rural communities.

Where may the awards be used?

Only in-state (Texas) colleges or universities may participate in the program.
Both public and private, non-profit colleges or universities with vocational nursing programs may participate in the programs.

How much can be awarded?

No individual award may be more than the student’s financial need. The maximum award is $1500.

How large is the program?

In 2004-05, the number of awards granted to students was 103. (2005-06 data not yet available)

How can I apply?

Obtain an application from the Financial Aid Office at your college or university.

Where can I get additional information?

Engineering Scholarship Program (ESP)

Program Purpose

The 80th Texas legislature established the Engineering Scholarship Program to provide scholarships to students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering at a participating general teaching institution in Texas. Funding for the program is available beginning with the 2007-2008 academic school year.

Who can apply?
Individuals who:

Be enrolled as a freshman in an undergraduate engineering degree program at a Texas public university;
Have registered for the Selective Service or be exempt from this requirement;
Graduated from high school in the top 20% of his or her graduating class;
Graduated from high school with a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four-point scale or the equivalent in mathematics and science courses offered under the recommended or advanced high school program; and
Maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 on a four-point scale at the public institution in which the student is enrolled.

FYI: This scholarship is not based on financial need and funds are limited. Each institution may set its own priorities in making awards. Check with your institution to find out these requirements.

How much can be awarded?

Scholarship recipients may receive up to $5000* per academic year. Depending on funding, previous recipients may be eligible to compete for awards in subsequent periods of enrollment, but are not guaranteed renewal awards through the program.

*Maximum award amount is dependent upon the availability of program funding and subject to change.

How can I apply?

To apply for the engineering scholarship program you may download the application or contact the engineering department at the institution in which the student is enrolled.

Texas Historical Commission (THC) Preservation Fellows Program

The Preservation Fellows is a new internship program created by the THC Commissioners to build interest in and awareness of historic preservation among young adults from diverse cultural backgrounds. The program's goal is to provide financial aid, employment and professional role models for a new generation of leaders in historic preservation who will represent the changing face of Texas.

Preservation Fellows will receive a $5,000 stipend and eight weeks of employment (40-hour week) under the supervision of the THC, either at its headquarters in Austin or “in the field” with an associated preservation organization such as a Main Street program, a heritage tourism program, a history museum or a historical association. Brief progress reports will be required, both during the employment period and at the conclusion of the student’s internship. Working with THC staff and programs will expose the Fellows to the various and exciting vocational opportunities in the field of historic preservation, with the goal of encouraging more students from underrepresented ethnic groups to pursue careers in this field upon graduation. In return, the THC and its partner organizations will have the opportunity to meet promising young people who might choose to work in this field.

Eligibility

U.S. citizens of African, Hispanic/Latino, Asian or Native American/Hawaiian/Alaskan heritage
Sophomore level or above
Attending a college, university, junior college or community college in Texas, or a Texas resident attending school out-of-state
Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 system (or comparable GPA)
Prior recipients are ineligible

Deadline: Applications must be postmarked by Jan. 18, 2008.

The application is available at www.thc.state.tx.us. Applications postmarked after the deadline or that are incomplete will not be considered.

Send to: THC Preservation Fellows, c/o Friends of the THC, P. O. Box 13497, Austin, TX 78711-3497, or if using express delivery, to: THC Preservation Fellows, c/o Friends of the THC, 1511 Colorado St., Austin, TX 78701. Winners will be announced by March 31, 2008 and will be honored at the Annual Historic Preservation Conference, to be held May 1–3, 2008 in Corpus Christi.

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STATE OF TEXAS FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS

Training Vouchers for Youths Aging Out of Foster Care

Fifth Year Accounting Student Scholarship(Fifth Year)

Kenneth H. Ashworth Fellowship Program

Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Program(LEAP)

Marine Corps Foundation Scholarship

Professional Nursing Scholarships(PNRS)

Robert C. Byrd Scholarship (BYRD)

Rural Emergency Medical Services Scholarship Incentive Program

Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program (TEOG)

Towards EXcellence, Access and Success (TEXAS) Grant Program

Texas Health Service Corps Program: Stipends for Resident Physicians (THSC)

Texas Public Educational Grant (TPEG)

Tuition Equalization Grant Program (TEG)

Vocational Nursing Scholarships (VNRS)

Engineering Scholarship Program (ESP)

Texas Historical Commission (THC) Preservation Fellows Program

State Financial Aid Information

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