# Texas First Scholarship Program

> Amount varies from Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/texas-first-scholarship-program
- Provider: Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/tx
- Official page: https://www.highered.texas.gov/state-financial-aid/work-study-scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Texas First Scholarship Program, administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, is designed for eligible students who graduate early from high school. This state initiative aims to reward students who accelerate their high school completion by providing financial assistance to help cover the costs of attending a participating college or university in Texas. To participate, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA), which helps institutions determine overall financial need and coordinate state aid packages. The scholarship funding is applied toward tuition and other educational expenses at eligible Texas institutions. Interested students should consult with their high school counselors and college financial aid offices to ensure they meet all academic and residency requirements. For current deadlines and detailed application timelines, applicants must see the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: TX
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year
- College types: 4-year college, Public college, Private college
- Designed for eligible students who graduate early from high school.

## How to apply

Eligible students should visit the dedicated program webpage and coordinate with their high school counselors and college financial aid offices.

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