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Scholarships. What is a Scholarship?. A scholarship is a form of financial assistance given to a student to help pay for their education. Scholarships are considered “gift aid ” and do not have to be repaid. . Merit based Strong academic achievement civic contributions Need based
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What is a Scholarship? A scholarship is a form of financial assistance given to a student to help pay for their education. Scholarships are considered “gift aid” and do not have to be repaid. • Merit based • Strong academic achievement • civic contributions • Need based • Demonstrated financial need • Performance based • Participation in an activity or program
Scholarship Sources & Information • Scholarship Funding Sources • Universities & Colleges • Education related foundations • Corporations & Employers • Private & non-profit organizations • Scholarship Opportunity Information • Student Financial Assistance Office • Education Services Center • Professional associations • Student organizations • Non-profit organizations • Online scholarship search engines
How To Apply • Application processes and deadlines vary by organization and opportunity. • Contact the appropriate organization for specific instructions.
Contact Information Student Financial Assistance1001 Leadership PlaceKilleen, TX 76549Phone: 254.501.5854 Fax: 254.519.5733 Email: finaid@ct.tamus.edu Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.