Terry Foundation

Terry Traditional Scholarship

Merit + needScholarshipFull cost

Financial need is part of how this award is decided, alongside merit.

Award
Full ride, last dollar scholarship for up to eight semesters at a Terry-affiliated Texas public university.
Deadline
Set by each affiliated university (see each university's Terry Scholarship page)
How to apply
Apply through a Terry-affiliated university (not the Foundation); complete the FAFSA; nominated candidates interview with a Terry panel
What you'll need
  • A separate scholarship application
  • An interview
  • The FAFSA (or CSS Profile)
Who can apply
Graduate of an accredited Texas high school or homeschool; U.S. citizen or permanent resident meeting Texas residency and qualifying for in-state tuition; strong grades and class rank; demonstrated financial need via the FAFSA; leadership record; admitted as a full-time entering freshman; commit to living on campus the first year.
Good to know
Financial need is required. Students who take a gap year are not eligible. Only usable at Terry-affiliated Texas public universities.
Details
Need consideredPermanent residents eligible