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Continuing Student Scholarships

\ The Association of Former Students’ Board of Directors established the Aggie Ring Scholarship Program in October 2009. Through special giving opportunity, former students and friends of Texas A&M can ensure that eligible students receive the financial resources to obtain their Aggie Ring by applying for a scholarship through the University Scholarship Application. The University Scholarship Application opens October 15 of each year and closes each year on February 1. Funds awarded will be for the next academic year.\ \ In order to be considered for the Aggie Ring Scholarship Program you must answer the Aggie Ring question located on the University Scholarship Application: https://uwide.tamu.edu/.\ \ Do you anticipate receiving your Aggie Ring in September, November, or April?\ \ Scholarships & Financial Aid will then check to see if the student qualifies to order his or her Aggie Ring during one of the three Aggie Ring presentation times. Aggie Ring scholarships are not guaranteed as funding is limited. There are approximately 5500 students that apply for the Aggie Ring scholarship each year. Approximately 100 Aggie Ring scholarships are given out each year.\ \ For more information regarding eligibility for your Aggie Ring, please visit the Aggie Ring website.

Academic Excellence Awards

Academic Excellence Awards are intended to recognize, encourage and assist currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate and professional students who have:

• excellent scholastic records
• campus and community activities
• leadership positions and work experience
• evidence of financial need

\ Approximately 800 students are awarded an Academic Excellence Award each year. Awards can range from $500 for one year up to $10,000 for 3 years.\ \ Many Academic Excellence Awards are competitive scholarships that would qualify students for the Competitive Scholarship Non-resident Tuition Waiver. Undergraduate students must receive at least $4,000 in competitive scholarships per year to qualify for this waiver. Graduate students and professional students only need to receive $1,000 in competitive scholarships to qualify.\ \

Eligibility

• You must submit the University Scholarship Application, be enrolled as a full-time student in a degree-granting course of study and have a satisfactory conduct record.
• You must submit an aid application for need-based awards.

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Duration

Most awards are granted for one year.\ \

Application

You can apply using the University Scholarship Application.\ \

Deadline

February 1

Aggie Ring Scholarship Program

The Association of Former Students’ Board of Directors established the Aggie Ring Scholarship Program in October 2009. Through special giving opportunity, former students and friends of Texas A&M can ensure that eligible students receive the financial resources to obtain their Aggie Ring by applying for a scholarship through the University Scholarship Application. The University Scholarship Application opens October 15 of each year and closes each year on February 1. Funds awarded will be for the next academic year.\ \ In order to be considered for the Aggie Ring Scholarship Program, you must answer the Aggie Ring questions located on the University Scholarship Application.\ \ Scholarships & Financial Aid will then check to see if the student qualifies to order their Aggie Ring during one of the three Aggie Ring presentation times. Aggie Ring scholarships are not guaranteed as funding is limited. There are approximately 5500 students that apply for the Aggie Ring scholarship each year. Approximately 100 Aggie Ring scholarships are given out each year. \ \ For more information regarding eligibility for your Aggie Ring, please visit the Aggie Ring website.

Dependent Children of Texas A&M Employee Scholarships

The Texas A&M University Dependent Children of Faculty/Staff and Support Staff Scholarship Programs are designed to provide scholarships to dependent children of Texas A&M University (TAMU) Faculty, Staff and Support Staff. Funding for these programs is available from a Quasi-Endowment.\ \ These programs are designed to recognize the contributions of Texas A&M employees in the workplace and in the community by rewarding their children on the basis of need and academic achievement. Students are awarded up to $2,000 per year and vary in length from one to four years depending on the student's undergraduate classification. All scholarships must be used at Texas A&M in College Station.\ \

Eligibility

• You must be admitted and planning to attend TAMU in College Station during the upcoming fall semester or a full-time undergraduate student.
• You must submit an aid application for need-based awards.
• You must be the dependent child of a current faculty, staff or support staff employee at Texas A&M University, School of Law, Health Science Center, Texas A&M University at Qatar, or Chartwells (does not include TEES, TEEX or any other system employer).
• Your parent must have been continuously employed at Texas A&M University, School of Law, Health Science Center, Texas A&M University at Qatar, or Chartwells for at least 2 years prior to the student's scholarship application in a full-time position budgeted at least 50% TAMU funds.
• Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPR.

Duration

The scholarships vary in length from one to four years, depending upon your undergraduate classification.\ \

Application

Currently enrolled students may compete for a Dependent Children Scholarship award through the University Scholarship Application.\ \

Deadline

February 1

Education Abroad Scholarships

Education abroad scholarship opportunities are available to both undergraduate and graduate students at Texas A&M University. Awards typically range from $1,000 to $2,000 for one semester. Scholarships are awarded to students who display:

• high academic performance
• extracurricular involvement
• leadership experience
• interest in international travel and cultural studies
• financial need in some cases

\ The number of scholarships awarded in any given semester and the total dollar amount of those scholarships varies based on fund availability.\ \

Eligibility

• To be eligible for an education abroad scholarship, the Education Abroad Program Application must be completed by the semester scholarship application deadline. Program enrollment will be verified through the Education Abroad Programs Office.
• Students may be required to be enrolled full-time during the semester of their study abroad program in order to remain eligible for their Education Abroad Scholarship.
• Education abroad programs must be outside of the United States and its territories to be considered eligible for funding.

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Application

Currently enrolled students may apply using the University Scholarship Application.\ \

Important Dates

Fall Scholarships: Opens February 15, Deadline April 15\ Spring/Winter Scholarships: Opens September 10, Deadline October 12\ Summer Scholarships: Opens October 15, Deadline February 1

International Student Services Scholarships

Scholarships are available to currently enrolled international continuing students through the University Scholarship Application. This application is available twice a year for International Student Services Scholarships. The deadlines for each of the cycles are listed below. Please visit the international scholarships page for detailed information on the scholarships available to international students at Texas A&M University.\ \

Deadlines

Spring\ Opens – September 10\ Deadline – October 12\ \ Summer and Fall\ Opens – October 15\ Deadline – February 1\ \

International Student Services

The International Programs Office at Texas A&M University offers invaluable resources for international students, including information regarding financial resources, employment, health insurance and more. For detailed information regarding International Student Services' financial resources, please access iss.tamu.edu.\ \

Helpful Links

Financial Aid for International Students\ Competitive Scholarship Non-resident Tuition Waiver\ International Student Services\ Important Dates\ \ Note: As an International Student you may qualify for various financial aid programs, including need-based aid, depending upon your visa status. You may submit the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA). The recommended submission date to submit the TASFA is May 1. You may also be eligible to apply for an alternative student loan. \ \ International scholarships

Scholarships for Students with Disabilities

Scholarships are available through the University Scholarship Application for currently enrolled students with disabilities. This application is available annually. Please visit the Scholarships for Students with Disabilities page for detailed information on the scholarships available to students with disabilities at Texas A&M University.\ \

Disability Resources

Disability Resources at Texas A&M University offers invaluable resources for students with disabilities including accommodations coordination, evaluation referral, disability-related information, assistive technology services, sign language interpreting, transcription services for academically related purposes, and more.\  \ For detailed information regarding Disability Resources please contact Disability Resources, or visit disability.tamu.edu.

Southerland Aggie Leadership Scholarships

The J. Malon Southerland Aggie Leader Scholarship program was created to recognize and reward your involvement at Texas A&M University. Unlike some scholarships, the primary criteria in the decision process will be leadership and involvement. This scholarship reflects Texas A&M University’s commitment to learning, leadership, and service both in and out of the classroom.\ \ Effective Fall 2017, you must be awarded and maintain competitive scholarships of at least $4,000 per academic year in order to qualify for this waiver.  Current students with existing and continuing scholarship awards may continue to receive this waiver at the previous $1,000 threshold. All new students and new scholarship recipients are subject to the $4,000 minimum. \ \ The scholarship was named in honor of J. Malon Southerland, former TAMU Vice President for Student Affairs.\ \

Eligibility

• You must be an undergraduate, graduate or professional student who has completed at least one semester at Texas A&M University at the time of application.
• You must be full-time in a degree-granting course of study and have a satisfactory conduct record. Students may not be on academic or other probation.
• You must have a minimum cumulative GPR of 2.5 as an undergraduate 3.0 as a graduate or professional student at Texas A&M University.

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Duration

Each recipient will receive $1,000 to be divided equally between the upcoming fall and spring semesters.\ \

Application

Currently enrolled students may apply using the University Scholarship Application.\ \

Important Dates

Opens October 15\ Deadline February 1

Texas Nursing Scholars

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board established the Nursing Students Scholarship Program to promote health care and educational needs by providing aid to eligible professional and vocational nursing students. Due to limited funds for this program, scholarships will be awarded at the beginning of the academic year and are not eligible for Spring or Summer admitted students until their next full academic year.

Eligibility:

• Be a resident of Texas;

• Be registered with Selective Service, or be exempt from this requirement;

• Have FAFSA or TASFA on file, and show financial need;

• Be enrolled in a course of study leading to an undergraduate or graduate degree in professional nursing or one intending to prepare a student for licensure as a licensed vocational nurse;

• Be enrolled at least half-time; and

• Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.

Renewal Requirements:

The Nursing Students Scholarship Program is renewable every year based on eligibility and available funding. Renewal awards will be part of the student’s financial aid offer if the student has maintained initial eligibility requirements.

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Discontinuation of Eligibility or Non-Eligibility:

Students are no longer eligible for the Nursing Students Scholarship Program when the student has attempted 15 credit hours, or the equivalent, beyond the amount required to complete the degree or certificate program in which the student is enrolled.

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Hardships or Other Proper Causes:

If you do not meet the renewal requirements due to extenuating circumstances, you may submit an appeal to Scholarships & Financial Aid to review your eligibility. The appeal must be submitted in writing and must explain the reason for the review. Reasons that may be considered include:

• A severe illness or other condition that affected academic performance.

• Your academic performance being affected by your responsibility for the care of a sick, injured or needy person.

• Other circumstances that may have impacted your ability to meet renewal requirements.

Scholarships & Financial Aid will respond to your appeal through your Texas A&M email account. Other supporting documentation may be requested. Submitting an appeal does not guarantee any adjustments can or will be made. 

For more information, contact hscfinancialaid@tamu.edu.

Continuing Student Scholarships

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