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Explore funding for university, beauty-school, skilled-trade, and service-connected pathways. These are starting points—not guarantees of eligibility or funding.
Full-ride, last-dollar funding for eligible Texas high school seniors entering participating Texas public universities. Selection considers academics, leadership, and financial need. Apply through an affiliated university—not directly to the Foundation.
Review official detailsExplore undergraduate awards for eligible Texas students pursuing STEM or business at Texas public two- or four-year colleges. Financial need, GPA, age, and other requirements apply.
Review official detailsExplore scholarships for cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology, and other beauty fields. Review each opportunity’s training requirements and current application window.
Review official detailsBrowse grants and scholarship resources for beauty-school students. Check the individual provider’s requirements and whether your school or program qualifies.
Review official detailsScholarship opportunities for approved training programs in skilled trades. Review eligible programs, schools, application materials, and the current application cycle.
Review official detailsA Houston-area scholarship initiative supporting study related to the material-handling industry. The linked official announcement describes the 2026 award; it is not an open application. Check with the provider for the next cycle and geographic eligibility.
Review official detailsReview this state program if a military-connected pathway fits your goals. Nomination and military training/service commitments apply; review the current rules and repayment conditions before pursuing it. This is not a general law-enforcement scholarship.
Review official detailsExplore higher-education and trade-school scholarships for eligible applicants, including children of DPSOA members and members of the public. Criminal justice study alone does not establish eligibility. Check the current application period and requirements.
Review official detailsA state grant—not a private scholarship—for eligible students with financial need at participating Texas institutions. Ask your college financial aid office about eligibility, available funding, and priority deadlines. Award amounts vary.
Review official detailsEligible students who earn a Texas First Diploma by meeting specific early-graduation and college-readiness requirements may receive scholarship funding at Texas public institutions. Graduating early or earning a distinguished diploma alone does not establish eligibility. Start with your school counselor.
Review official detailsComplete the FAFSA, or the TASFA when appropriate for your eligibility. If you complete a FAFSA, do not also complete a TASFA. Ask your college’s financial aid office which application fits your situation and confirm priority deadlines.
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Always confirm eligibility, deadlines, award amounts, and application instructions with the provider. Some opportunities may be closed between application cycles.