Scholarships

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Looking for another way to pay your tuition? No problem! We have over 200 scholarships available to all of our students. Learn more about the types of scholarships and apply today. For all types of aid, make sure you first complete the FAFSA application.

All Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarships are awarded by a wide variety of institutions, businesses, and generous individuals. Each scholarship has its own specific application requirements, so there could be one that's a perfect match for you.

Some scholarships require an essay, so you'll want to plan a little extra time to make yours perfect. We know essays aren't easy so we've provided these helpful tips to get you started. Please know that A.I. generated essays are not accepted.

Check out some of the scholarships available at San Jac as well as through private institutions. 

Foundation and Department Scholarships

The different academic departments at San Jac offer their own scholarships. Current and incoming students are eligible and encouraged to apply. 
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Fall application cycle: February 15 - July 30
Fall priority deadline: April 15
Spring application cycle: September 1 - October 30

Last Step Scholarship

Did you have to put your education on hold? You may be eligible for the Last Step Scholarship. This covers tuition, books, and materials, so you can take that last step to finish your education.

Promise Scholarship

The Promise @ San Jac Scholarship is just one of the scholarship options we offer at San Jac. It is funded through the San Jacinto College Foundation. The Promise Scholarship covers your tuition, books, and supplies after financial aid. If you’re a high school senior living within the College’s taxing district, you qualify! 

Outside or Private Scholarships

You are able to receive scholarships from private companies, people, organizations, and more. Find a list of resources to help you search for scholarships.
Already have a scholarship award? Get more information on what your donor needs to do next for us to process the scholarship.

3 Steps to Apply

  1. Complete the FAFSA or TASFA

    Based on your eligibility, you need to complete either the FAFSA or the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA). Use our FAFSA Code: 003609.

    Apply for Aid

  2. Complete the Scholarship Application

    Fill out one application for all scholarships! Our system will automatically match you to the scholarships you qualify for.

    Apply for Scholarships

  3. Supply Additional Information

    Some scholarships will require additional information or a separate application. Read the requirements thoroughly to ensure your application is complete.

Scholarship Processing

The Financial Aid Office handles and processes all scholarships. This includes San Jac Foundation, athletic, departmental, and private scholarships. If you received a San Jac Foundation scholarship, you can view those details on the Academic Works website. 

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Institutional Grants - The Other Free Money

Institutional grants are another form of financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You can find opportunities to receive funding for tuition, child care, and more.
Institutional Grant Opportunities

Learn more about scholarships

Want to learn more about Scholarships? We've got you covered. You can also check out our Scholarship Research Guide, which provides a list of books that will help you find the right scholarship opportunities. Learn more from our videos below!

Contact US

Have questions? Reach out to us at 281-998-6150 or FinAid@sjcd.edu.