The Terry Traditional Scholarship, or Freshman Scholarship, is a full ride, last dollar scholarship that covers up to eight semesters. It is awarded to Texas high school seniors who have been accepted for admission to one of the Terry-affiliated public universities in Texas.

Grade Level/Age
High School Senior
Organization
The Terry Foundation
Contact

713.552.0002

 

Award information

The Terry Traditional Scholarship, or Freshman Scholarship, is a full ride, last dollar scholarship that covers up to eight semesters. It is awarded to Texas high school seniors who have been accepted for admission to one of the Terry-affiliated public universities in Texas.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate strong academic abilities, as evidenced by grades and SAT/ACT scores.

Applicants must have a record of leadership in school and in the community.

Applicants must demonstrate financial need, as evidenced by the completion of the FAFSA.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or a Permanent Resident and meet Texas residency requirements. Candidates must also qualify for in-state tuition and for federal financial aid assistance.

Applicants must have graduated from an accredited Texas high school or homeschool. Applicants who have taken a gap year immediately following their graduation from high school are not eligible for consideration.

Applicants must be admitted to a Terry-affiliated college or university as a full-time entering Freshman student for the upcoming Fall Semester.

Applicants must apply and commit to residing on campus for the first year of school.

Applicants must be nominated by one of the thirteen Terry-affiliated Texas public universities.