Scholarships Francis Riley UT Tyler Scholarships The University

Scholarships Francis Riley

UT Tyler Scholarships • The University of Texas at Tyler offers many scholarships designed to attract and retain outstanding degree-seeking students. • Students may not receive more than one academic scholarship award from the university each semester. • Scholarships may require a “Letter of Appreciation” to be completed before funds can be disbursed.

Letter of Appreciation

Returning Student/College Scholarships • They range in criteria, requirements and amounts. • Scholarship funds are limited and are awarded on a firstcome, first-served basis. Fall: April 15 Spring: Nov. 15 Summer: Jan. 15

Outside Scholarships • Scholarship monies provided from organizations outside of UT Tyler • Submit checks to the OSC • One-Stop Service Center Department 3900 University Blvd. Tyler, TX 75799 • Endorse check if necessary Scholarship

Scholarship Search Tips • Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if you are eligible • Scholarship search sites • Fastweb http: //www. fastweb. com/ • Scholarship America https: //scholarshipamerica. org/ • East Texas Communities Foundation http: //www. etcf. org/ • Look for local scholarships (community organizations, parents’ employer)

Scholarship Search Tips Scholarship Scams • Applying for legitimate scholarships does NOT cost money • Do not give out personal information until you have verified that scholarship organization is legitimate • Legitimate organizations will not guarantee a scholarship • Be aware of “Limited Time Offers” - Legitimate scholarship organizations will not pressure students to apply. • All scholarships will have some type of eligibility requirements. • Don’t Call Us, We’ll Call You – Legitimate organizations will provide contact information

Scholarship Search Tips • Get organized (keep a calendar) • Keep track of scholarship deadlines • Apply for ALL scholarships you may qualify for, regardless of amount • Use a professional email address • Don’t give up

Writing Scholarship Essays • Follow directions • Be interesting • Be honest • Use an outline • Introduction paragraph • Thesis statement: What’s the main point of your essay? • First paragraph topic that supports your thesis • Second paragraph topic that supports your thesis • Third paragraph topic that supports your thesis • Conclusion paragraph • List all citations • Proofread essay

Exemptions & Waivers • Exemptions are a type of financial assistance allowing certain Texas residents to attend a public college or university in Texas without paying tuition, or in some cases, tuition and fees. • Waivers pertain to certain students who are not Texas residents. • Requests for exemptions or waivers must be completed prior to the census date each semester. • www. uttyler. edu/financialaid/exemp_waivers. php

Questions? Contact Us: One-Stop Service Center STE 230 903 -566 -7183 fax enroll@uttyler. edu www. uttyler. edu/financialaid www. uttyler. edu/scholarships/ Individuals are required to present a student or valid government issued photo ID