Horatio Alger District of Columbia, Maryland & Virginia Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in one of the above mentioned states, who can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $2,500. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

Robert C. Byrd Wyoming Honors Scholarship

Each year outstanding students in our state receive these renewable awards, each in the amount of $1,500. If you have a GPA of at least 3.8, excellent SAT/ACT scores, strength of character and proven leadership abilities, you should apply for one of these. In addition to the appropriate application you will need to submit letters of recommendation, transcript, test scores, and record of community service. If you would like to be considered for this prestigious award, contact your high school guidance counselor. You will need to be nominated by your counselor or high school principal in order to be considered. Go see them today!!!

Alert Scholarship

Do you write well? Then this might be right up your alley. You will need to have a grade point of at least 2.5 in order to participate in the essay contest which is the basis for selection of the winners of these awards. Sixteen scholarships will be given, each in the amount of $500. Subject for the essay is drug and alcohol abuse. If you would like to participate, contact Sylvia Rix, co-owner, 208-375-7911.

Hathaway Scholarships

The University of Wyoming has established multiple scholarships in the name of Wyoming past Governor Stan Hathaway. Funds from these awards may be used at UW or at Wyoming Community College. Selection is based on merit and needs of eligible students. If you would like more information about applications and eligibility, contact:
University of Wyoming Admissions Office
Dept. 3435
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82072
Phone: 800-342-5996
Or direct questions to: why-wyo@usyo.edu

American Legion Wyoming E.A. Blackmore Memorial Scholarship

Do you have a parent or grandparent who is an active member of the American Legion? If you do, and you can prove your need for financial assistance to continue your education on into college, as well as a good academic record ranking in the top 20% of your graduating class, you might be interested in this scholarship. To apply you will need to submit letters of recommendation, your transcript, proof of eligibility, a resume and a recent photo. The award is in the amount of $1,000 and may be used at any college or university. If you would like additional information, go to www.wylegion.org.

PROMISE Scholarship

Do you have an excellent scholastic record, and will you need financial aid to continue your education? If you are a WV graduating high school senior – this is very important!!! This is a merit-based scholarship requiring the following: at least a 22 composite ACT, showing minimum score of 20 in math, science, English and reading; or, a composite score on your math and reading SAT of 1020, with at least a 480 math and 490 reading score; and, a GPA of 3.0 or higher. To demonstrate the need for financial assistance, complete the free FSFSA application on line (see ‘note’ on previous page for details). If you meet all the required qualifications you will receive this scholarship. Don’t waste another minute. Get on line at wvhepcnew.wvnet.edu to see full details. Over 10,000 of these scholarships will be given out – be sure your name is on one of them!

Horatio Alger Wyoming Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in our state, who can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $5,000. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

Horatio Alger West Virginia Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in our state, who can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $5,000. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

West Virginia Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

College is a big step, but you are ready for it! So, before it’s too late, why not apply for a scholarship to help out? This particular scholarship awards $1,500, and is renewable. It is to be applied to full time undergraduate study at any 2 or 4-year institution in the United States. You must be a high academic achiever to qualify for this scholarship. Application requirements include an essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, and SAT/ACT scores. There is a limited number of nominations that each high school can submit, so run by your school’s guidance office and find out how to be one of them! You will also find more details about this great opportunity at wv.hepcnew.wvnet.edu.

PROMISE Scholarship

Do you have an excellent scholastic record, and will you need financial aid to continue your education? If you are a WV graduating high school senior – this is very important!!! This is a merit-based scholarship requiring the following: at least a 22 composite ACT, showing minimum score of 20 in math, science, English and reading; or, a composite score on your math and reading SAT of 1020, with at least a 480 math and 490 reading score; and, a GPA of 3.0 or higher. To demonstrate the need for financial assistance, complete the free FSFSA application on line (see ‘note’ on previous page for details). If you meet all the required qualifications you will receive this scholarship. Don’t waste another minute. Get on line at wvhepcnew.wvnet.edu to see full details. Over 10,000 of these scholarships will be given out – be sure your name is on one of them!

American Legion Wisconsin Auxiliary Department President’s Scholarship

American Legion Wisconsin Auxiliary H.S. & Angeline Lewis Scholarships
American Legion Wisconsin Auxiliary Merit & Memorial Scholarship
Past Presidents Parley Scholarship

These are just a few of the scholarships offered by either the American Legion or the American Legion Auxiliary. All require that you reside in Wisconsin, that you be a high school senior, and that you be a dependent of a disabled or deceased veteran of the U.S. Military. Amounts of the awards, and numbers of each awarded each year do vary. If you would like more specific information about specific eligibility requirements and how to apply, contact:
American Legion Wisconsin: Program Secretary
P.O. Box 388
Portage, WI 53901
Phone: 608-745-1090
Website: www.wilegion.org
American Legion Wisconsin Auxiliary: Program Secretary
P.O. Box 140
Portage, WI 53901-0140
Phone: 608-745-0124
Website: www.amlegionauxwi.org

American Legion West Virginia Auxiliary Scholarship

If you are a high school student living in our state, and are the dependent of a veteran of the U.S. military, you should check this one out. If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, contact:
American Legion West Virginia Auxiliary
Secretary/Treasurer Mary Rose Yoho
RR 1, Box 144A
Proctor, WV 26055-9616
Phone: 304-455-3449

Greater Kanawha Valley Scholarship Program

Do you have a good academic record, and did you score at least a 20 on your ACT? Do you live in West Virginia and are you a high school senior? Then you need to check out this website: www.tgkvf.org. This group offers over 80 scholarships each year, and each one has its own specific eligibility criteria. The amount of the award is $1,000. Get on line and see if you qualify for one of them!!!

American Legion West Virginia Auxiliary Scholarship

If you are a high school student living in our state, and are the dependent of a veteran of the U.S. military, you should check this one out. If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, contact:
American Legion West Virginia Auxiliary
Secretary/Treasurer Mary Rose Yoho
RR 1, Box 144A
Proctor, WV 26055-9616
Phone: 304-455-3449

Greater Kanawha Valley Scholarship Program

Do you have a good academic record, and did you score at least a 20 on your ACT? Do you live in West Virginia and are you a high school senior? Then you need to check out this website: www.tgkvf.org. This group offers over 80 scholarships each year, and each one has its own specific eligibility criteria. The amount of the award is $1,000. Get on line and see if you qualify for one of them!!!

Horatio Alger West Virginia Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in our state, who can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $5,000. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

West Virginia Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

College is a big step, but you are ready for it! So, before it’s too late, why not apply for a scholarship to help out? This particular scholarship awards $1,500, and is renewable. It is to be applied to full time undergraduate study at any 2 or 4-year institution in the United States. You must be a high academic achiever to qualify for this scholarship. Application requirements include an essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, and SAT/ACT scores. There is a limited number of nominations that each high school can submit, so run by your school’s guidance office and find out how to be one of them! You will also find more details about this great opportunity at wv.hepcnew.wvnet.edu.

Horatio Alger Washington Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in our state, who can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $5,000. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

Seattle Jaycees Scholarship

Are you a graduating high school senior who has loved doing volunteer work throughout high school? If you have a record of contributing your time in support of others, this is the scholarship for you!!! You don’t need to live in Seattle to be eligible – anywhere in the state will do. Along with an application you will need to submit letters of recommendation, an essay, current transcript, a list of your community service and extra-curricular activities. There is a $5.00 application fee. This award is in the amount of $1,000, and there are a number of them to be given out. You should check out the website if you would like more information: www.seattlejaycees.org.

Washington State American Indian Endowed Scholarship

If you have close ties to the American Indian community and culture in our state, and would like to major in a field that would allow you to serve it in some form or fashion after graduation, this scholarship might work for you. There are a number of awards given each year, ranging from $500 to $2,000. Eligibility requirements include a record of excellent academic achievement and community service. You must be able to substantiate your financial need by completing the free FAFSA application on line (see ‘note’ on previous page for details). You will find more information about this opportunity at www.hecb.wa.gov.

Washington State Scholars Program

This is a four-year award designated for you high academic achievers out there! To be eligible, you must rank in the top 1% of your graduating class. To apply you must be a high school senior living in Washington State, and you must be nominated by your high school principal or guidance counselor. Multiple scholarships will be awarded, each based on actual tuition costs at whichever school you have chosen to attend within the state. Amounts vary but range from $2,725 to $6,750. If you would like to find out more about this generous opportunity, stop by and see your guidance counselor. You will also find more details at www.hecb.wa.gov.

Virginia Lee-Jackson Scholarship

This is a scholarship designated for a student who has writing talent, and selection is based on an essay competition. It may be entered by high school seniors, who are interested in a career in journalism or writing. The essay is to reflect appreciation for those virtues exemplified by General Robert E. Lee or General Stonewall Jackson. The amount of this award is dependent upon the quality of the essay, and there are additional awards given for those deemed outstanding. Your essay is to be submitted to your high school principal or guidance counselor. If you would like more information about this unusual opportunity, go to the website: www.lee-jackson.org.

American Legion Washington Scholarships

Are you a senior in high school living in our state with a parent who is a member of the American Legion. If you are the dependent or child of a deceased member of the Legion or Legion Auxiliary, you may qualify for this scholarship. You will also have to substantiate your need for financial assistance, and will require letters of recommendation. There are two awards given each year: one for $2,500, and another for $1,500. If you would like to inquire about these awards, contact your local unit of the American Legion, or get on line – www.walegion.org.

Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders’ Scholarship

This scholarship is directed toward a high school senior who is a resident of, among other states, Washington. Funds provided are to be utilized at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university. There is no major field of study specified for this award, and, if selected you will receive $1,000. If you are in the immediate family of an employee of Carl’s Jr. Restaurants, or one of its affiliates, you are ineligible for this scholarship. If you would like further details, go to the website at www.carlsjr.com/promotions.

MESBEC – Catching the Dream Scholarship

Are you an American Indian or Native Alaskan??? If you are at least ¼ Native American and are an enrolled member of the tribe, you may qualify for this scholarship. You should be committed to majoring in math, engineering, general business, computer sciences, health sciences, or medicine. Additional eligibility requirements include an excellent scholastic record, character references. and proven leadership ability. Along with the application you will need to submit an essay, transcript, letters of reference, and proof of eligibility. There are multiple scholarships given each year, ranging from $500 to $5,000. If you would like to learn more about this great opportunity, go to the website: www.catchingthedream.org.

American Legion Auxiliary -- Dr. Kate Waller Barrett Grant

If you are a Virginia graduating senior, and have a parent, upon whom you are dependent, who is a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, you’re half way to qualifying for this scholarship. You will be required to provide proof of financial need. Funds, in the amount of $1,000, may be used at 2 or 4-year accredited colleges and universities. If you would like more information, go to the website www.valegion.org, or contact:
American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Virginia
Education Chairman
1708 Commonwealth Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: 804-355-6410

Horatio Alger District of Columbia, Maryland & Virginia Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in one of the above mentioned states, who can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $2,500. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

Virginia Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

You have worked hard and have shown consistently high scholastic achievement! Now, due to that hard work, you may qualify for this prestigious scholarship. You must be a graduating high school senior, living in Virginia. Your high school principal or guidance counselor has all the information about this general scholarship, and you must be nominated for it by your school. The award is renewable for up to four years, with an initial amount of $1,500 per year. Those selected for this scholarship may attend any accredited college or university anywhere in the United States. You can find more information on line at: www.doe.nv.gov.

New England Board of Higher Education – Tuition Break Regional Student Program

This unique scholarship is available to students residing in New England who wish to major in a field of study not offered by public institutions in their home states. It is intended for use in New England public colleges and universities, and provides out-of-state tuition discounts to facilitate your attendance outside of Vermont, if necessary. For more information, please consult the website: www.nebhe.org/tuitionbreak.

Vermont Student Assistance Corporation

There are many opportunities for Vermont graduating seniors who have a need for financial assistance and who have already determined what field of study they are interested in pursuing. On the next page are a number of these, noting the field of study, and the amount of the awards for each. All schools recognized for these awards must be approved for Federal Title IV funding. If you would like more details about any of these scholarships, check out the website at www.vsac.org.

Award	Major	No. Given	Amount
AIWF Culinary Award	Culinary Arts	1 award	$2,500
Granger Student Art Fund	Architecture, general art/design, interior design	6 awards	$2,500-$5,000
Coolidge Memorial Foundation Scholarship	Social sciences, history, criminal justice, archaeology, political science	1 award	$1,000
Champlain Valley Kennel Club	Veterinary medicine	1 award	$250
Green Mountain Dog Club	Veterinary medicine or animal science	1 award	$500
Stafford Scholarship	Education, special or environmental science	1 award	$1,000
Kittredge Coddington Memorial Scholarship	Business	2 awards	$500
Lyman Memorial Music Scholarship	Music	4 awards	$1,000
McHugh Scholarship	Health care related fields	1 award	$1,000

Vermont Part-Time Grant

This is a grant and will never need to be repaid. It is unusual in that it is for part-time students only. If you are a graduating high school senior in Vermont who requires financial assistance to continue your education, and you plan to take less than 12 hours per semester, then you may qualify. The amount of the grant is dependent upon how many credits you actually take. If you would like more details, go to the website: www.vsac.org.

American Legion Vermont Scholarship

These scholarships are awarded on the basis of recommendations from American Legion Units in the state of Vermont. To be eligible you must be a graduating high school senior who either lives within the state of Vermont, or who lives in an adjacent state but whose parents are residents of the state, or who is a senior in high school attending an in-state school. There are various individual awards given, and they are:

Charles Barber Award: one in the amount of $1,000
Ray Greenwood Award: one in the amount of $1,500
Other Awards: ten in the amount of $500 each

For more details about these scholarships, you can check out the website: www.legionvthq.com, or contact the:
American Legion of Vermont
Education and Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 396
Montpelier, VT 05601-0396
Phone: 802-223-0318
Fax: 802-223-7131

Horatio Alger Utah Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a graduating high school senior, living in Utah, that can demonstrate financial need. You must have a history of academic achievement, with at least a 2.0 GPA. Depth of character and your commitment to community service are also deciding factors. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $5,000. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP)

Are you a graduating high school student who is going to require financial assistance to continue your education? If you are, and you live in Utah, this may the program that can help you. This is a grant program whereby funds are provided to participating universities and colleges in the state, and they award the funds directly to the students. Your first step is to complete the free FSFSA application on line (see ‘note’ on previous page for full details). The funds awarded range from $300 to $2,800. If you would like more information, contact the financial aid office at your chosen college or university. (There is no website given for this resource.)

American Legion Utah Auxiliary National President’s Scholarship

Are you a descendant or dependent of a veteran who served during the Grenada conflict, Korean War, Lebanon conflict, Panama conflict, Persian Gulf War, WWI, WWII, or Viet Nam? Are you a high school student living in Utah? If you answered ‘yes’ to these questions, you might be eligible for this scholarship. This scholarship is awarded in the amount of $1,500, may be used at 2-year or 4-year eligible educational institution. For more information, check the website www.legion-aux.org.

Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders’ Scholarship

This scholarship is directed toward a high school senior who is a resident of, among other states, Utah. Funds provided are to be utilized at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university. There is no major field of study specified for this award, and, if selected you will receive $1,000. If you are in the immediate family of an employee of Carl’s Jr. Restaurants, or one of its affiliates, you are ineligible for this scholarship. If you would like further details, go to the website at www.carlsjr.com/promotions.

Utah Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

You have worked hard and have shown consistently high scholastic achievement! Now, due to that hard work, you may qualify for this prestigious scholarship. You must be a Utah high school senior. Scholastically, you must have an outstanding record of achievement, with at least a 3.7 GPA, and a minimum SAT score of 1940, or an ACT score of 25. Award is renewable for up to four years, with an initial amount of $1,500. Those selected for this scholarship may attend any accredited college or university anywhere in the United States. Home schooled students are eligible for these awards. You may request an application from the financial aid office at your chosen university or college, or from you high school guidance counselor. More information may also be found on line: www.schools.utah.gov/curr/Early_College/Byrd.htm.

Texas State-Funded Scholarships

The State of Texas provides education funding for several scholarships for students attending colleges and universities within the State. Some are based on the program of study and some are based on proven academic ability. More information is available at: www.uh.edu.
Highest Ranking High School Graduate

The highest ranking graduate of each accredited high school in Texas is exempt from tuition at public colleges in Texas for two semesters of the first regular session following graduation.
Top 10% High School Graduate Scholarship

The scholarship is intended to encourage financially needy high school graduates in the top 10% of their class to attend a Texas public institution of higher education. Each qualifying student is eligible to receive $2,000 if they enroll fulltime in a Texas public college or university.
Engineering Scholarship Program

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. Scholarship recipients may receive up to $5000 per academic year.
5th Year Accounting

The purpose of this scholarship is to increase the number of highly trained and educated professional accountants available to serve the residents of this state and identify, recognize and support outstanding scholars who plan to pursue careers in accounting.
Good Neighbor Scholarship Program

The Good Neighbor Scholarship Program is to encourage academically talented students from the countries of the Western (American) hemisphere to pursue higher education in the State of Texas thus, establishing a beneficial link between the State of Texas and their home countries.
Mexican Citizens with Financial Need-Border County Waiver

The purpose of this waiver is to waive nonresidential tuition for students from Mexico. Eligible students must be full time and citizens of Mexico, residing in Mexico. Students must also exhibit financial need as determined by the TAFSA (Texas Application for State Financial Aid), which must be submitted every year to determine eligibility.
Early High School Scholarship

The purpose of the Early High School Graduation Scholarship Program is to provide tuition and fee assistance to students completing grades 9 - 12 early or with a significant number of college hours; thus, enabling and encouraging the student to attend college in Texas.

Like everything in Texas, this list of scholarships is big!

Texas A&M University

If research is your strength then look to Texas A&M for great study and scholarship opportunities. This University gave out a whopping 433 million dollars in financial aid last year alone. A&M is the seventh largest university in the United States and with over 150 courses of study to choose from it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a niche.

A&M scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, extra curricular activities, volunteer services, employment and in some cases, financial need. The website for Texas A&M is an excellent resource not just for scholarship information but also excellent tips and advice concerning scholarships and the applications process. They can be found here, https://scholarships.tamu.edu/tamu_scholarships.aspx

The Texas Conference for Women Scholarships

Every year the sponsors and supporters of this conference award six scholarships of $5000 dollars each to deserving women who balance leadership and study. Since its inception, the program has awarded more than $240,000 in scholarship funds. Scholarships are given in each of the following categories:

The Arts
Business
Education
Nursing
Math and Science
Public Service

More information about the scholarships, inspirational stories from past recipients and application information can be found at: http://www.txconferenceforwomen.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=14&Itemid=38

Texas State University Of course no information about scholarships in Texas would be complete without mentioning the generous contributions of Texas

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Of course no information about scholarships in Texas would be complete without mentioning the generous contributions of Texas State. Texas State is an excellent choice for study offering n 111 undergraduate and 86 masters degrees as well as nine doctorate degrees in the areas of Aquatic Resources, Criminal Justice, Education, Geography, and Physical Therapy.

For comprehensive information and applications visit the Texas State scholarship site at: http://www.finaid.txstate.edu/scholarships.html, here you will find everything you need and more including information about the Texas State list of scholarships which includes:

Freshman Scholarships
Transfer Scholarships
Continuing Scholarships
Graduate Scholarships
International Scholarships
College and Departmental Scholarships
University Honors Program Scholarships

Texas 4-H Scholarships

If you are a current Texas 4-H member, and are about to graduate from high school in the top fourth of your class, you may qualify for one of these scholarships. You must have a minimum SAT score of 1350 or a 19 on your ACT. Funds may be used for undergraduate study at any of the specified colleges or universities in Texas. Multiple awards are given, each in the amount of $3,750. If you would like more details or a list of the approved schools, check the website at www.4-h.tamu.edu/.

Texas Public Education Grant

If you intend to major in education, are a graduating high school student living in Texas, and can demonstrate your need for financial assistance, read on. You will be required to complete the free FSFSA application on line (see ‘note’ on previous page for details). Funds awarded can be used at specific public universities and colleges within the state. The amount of these grants vary each year depending on funding. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, you can contact the financial aid office at your chosen school, plus check out the website: www.collegeforalltexans.com.

Texas Scholarships for Nursing Students

If you meet the qualifications noted above, but want to major in nursing, THIS one’s for you! The awards vary in amount but there is a ceiling of $3,000 per scholarship. Contact the financial aid office at the college or university you have chosen for more information. There are also more details to be found at www.collegeforalltexans.com.

Texas Tech Scholarships

Texas Tech has awarded over 20 million dollars in scholarships so they are really worth looking at for assistance. Some of the opportunities offered via http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/ include:
Merit-based scholarships

As the name suggests these scholarships are awarded to student who have shown exceptional academic ability. All applicants to the University are eligible for an award and by virtue of application are in the pool of applicant students. More information about these scholarships is available at: http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/Meritscholarship.aspx
Institutional competitive scholarships

The Texas Tech University awards these competitive scholarships to students with proven academic ability and more information about these awards can be found here: http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/InstitutionalScholarship.aspx
Scholarships to qualify for non-resident fee waivers

Scholarships considered to be competitive are those that are awarded by a Texas University scholarship committee and which were/are awarded to a student who had to compete for the award, with other students from within the State. Such awards can be complimented by the waiver of non-resident fees, saving students from out of State significant dollars.
Private scholarships

There are many donors in industry, business and private enterprise who afford through their generous contributions, financial opportunities for students in the State. Donors provide scholarships to Texas Tech for distribution to able or needy students. More information about how to apply for these scholarships is available at this website: http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/SearchScholar.aspx

American Legion Texas Auxiliary Medical Scholarship

If you can meet the requirements for the scholarship noted above, and are interested in a career in a health care field, while you are at the website, take a look at this one, too. That’s www.alatexas.org.

Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders’ Scholarship

This scholarship is directed toward a high school senior who is a resident of, among other states, Texas. Funds provided are to be utilized at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university. There is no major field of study specified for this award, and, if selected you will receive $1,000. If you are in the immediate family of an employee of Carl’s Jr. Restaurants, or one of its affiliates, you are ineligible for this scholarship. If you would like further details, go to the website at www.carlsjr.com/promotions.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

You have worked hard and have shown consistently high scholastic achievement! Now, due to that hard work, you may qualify for this prestigious scholarship. You must be a high school senior and live in Texas. Scholastically, you must have an outstanding record of achievement, and be in the top 10% of your graduating class. Award is renewable for up to four years, with an initial amount of $1,500. Those selected for this scholarship may attend any accredited college or university anywhere in the United States, however, those attending U.S. military academies are not eligible. An application may be obtained by requesting one on line: www.collegeforalltexans.com.

Horatio Alger Texas Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

You must be a Texas graduating high school senior that can demonstrate financial need; that you have a history of academic achievement; that you have displayed depth of character; and, that you are service orientated. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergraduate study at accredited universities and colleges in the United States. There are multiple awards, each in the amount of $5,000. Visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

American Legion Texas Auxiliary General Education Scholarship

Are you a descendant or dependent of a veteran who served during the Grenada conflict, Korean War, Lebanon conflict, Panama conflict, Persian Gulf War, WWI, WWII, or Viet Nam? Are you a high school student living in Texas? If you answered ‘yes’ to these questions, you might be eligible for this scholarship. This scholarship is awarded in the amount of $500, may be used at 2-year or 4-year eligible educational institution. You also must be able to demonstrate your need for financial assistance. Application requires letters of recommendation, transcript, nomination by a local unit, a resume listing any financial support resources you may have, and a listing of your extra-curricular activities. For more information, check the website www.alatexas.org.