Texas Top 10 Percent Scholarship

Name: Texas Top 10 Percent Scholarship

Award Amount: $2,000 per year, renewable for up to four years

Information And Eligibility:
The Texas Top 10 Percent Scholarship is a state-funded financial aid program designed to reward high-achieving Texas high school graduates who rank in the top 10% of their graduating class and enroll in a Texas public college or university. This scholarship is part of Texas’ broader effort to improve college access and affordability for academically strong students, particularly those with demonstrated financial need.

Unlike automatic merit-only awards, the Texas Top 10 Percent Scholarship combines academic achievement with need-based eligibility. While ranking in the top 10% of a Texas high school class is required, students must also complete the FAFSA or TASFA to determine financial eligibility. Because funding for this program is limited each year, students are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible to maximize their chances of receiving an award.

The scholarship provides up to $2,000 per academic year and may be renewed for a maximum of four years, depending on continued eligibility and available funding. Funds can be used toward tuition, required fees, books, and other education-related expenses, helping to reduce out-of-pocket costs for students attending public universities or colleges in Texas.

One of the key benefits of this scholarship is its renewability. Students who maintain satisfactory academic progress and remain enrolled full-time can continue receiving funding throughout their undergraduate education. However, because the award is subject to annual state appropriations, renewal is not guaranteed and depends on continued eligibility and funding availability.

This scholarship is especially valuable for students who qualify for automatic admission under Texas’ Top 10% rule and plan to attend institutions such as the University of Texas system schools, Texas A&M system schools, or other public universities across the state. It can be combined with other forms of financial aid, including federal grants, institutional scholarships, and work-study programs, as long as total aid does not exceed the student’s cost of attendance.

Students should pay close attention to FAFSA or TASFA deadlines and ensure their high school transcript clearly documents class rank. Failure to submit complete documentation on time can result in missed funding opportunities.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a legal resident of Texas.
• Must graduate from a Texas high school in the top 10% of the graduating class.
• Must enroll full-time at an eligible Texas public college or university within 16 months of high school graduation.
• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA or TASFA.

Application Requirements:

• Complete and submit the FAFSA or TASFA by the state priority deadline.
• Provide official high school transcripts verifying top 10% class rank.
• Enroll full-time in an eligible Texas public institution.

Additional Details:

• The award may be renewed for up to four years with satisfactory academic progress.
• Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Early FAFSA or TASFA submission significantly improves award chances.
• Scholarship amounts may vary based on state funding availability.

Deadline: March 15

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