Announcing the 2026 Scholarship Program
Exciting news from the Associate of Professional and Students Texas! We are proud to announce our 2026 Scholarship program, offering $6,000 to support dedicated students looking to enhance their education. Be sure to submit your application by deadline: July 18, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!
INVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Be a prospective student entering a college or university for the first time.
• Must be fully admitted and registered for a minimum of 12 credit hours for the upcoming academic year.
• Provide proof of acceptance and a current class schedule prior to scholarship disbursement.
• Maintain a high school GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Submit either an official or unofficial transcript.
• Showcase academic excellence and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities, community services, or religious organizations.
• Exhibit financial need through submission of FAFSA or equivalent documentation.
• Complete your application before the submission deadline.
• Register for and attend the APS Graduation ceremony in 2026.
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Application Steps
To apply, candidates need to:
• Fill out the Scholarship Application completely and accurately.
• Write a personal essay (500-750 words) covering:
• Your career aspirations and educational objectives.
• Obstacles you've navigated in your journey.
• The potential impact of this scholarship on your educational path.
• Your contributions to your school and community.
• Provide your latest academic transcript.
• Include a letter of recommendation from someone who knows your character and contributions, such as a teacher or community leader.
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Begin Your Application
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Submission Instructions
Applications and supporting documents should be submitted electronically using the official APS Texas Regional Scholarship Application Form.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Scholarship
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The APS Texas Regional Scholarship is designed to support and encourage students in their pursuit of higher education. With a total award of up to $6,000, this scholarship is distributed over four academic years to help cover educational expenses. Funds are allocated on a per-semester basis, provided that students continue to meet eligibility requirements each semester. For example, the full $6,000 award will be disbursed as $750 each semester for four years.
Scholarship Renewal Conditions
Your scholarship renewal is contingent upon fulfilling the following requirements:
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Maintain a GPA of 3.0 throughout the scholarship duration.
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Submit your grades at the end of each semester for fund continuation.
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Failure to comply will result in suspension of funds for one calendar year.
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Sustain "full-time" enrollment during fall and spring semesters.
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Submit an enrollment verification form at the start of each semester.
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Complete 5 volunteer hours annually with a local APS Chapter and another 5 with a different non-profit organization. (Note: Volunteer hours are not required for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 distributions, but will apply for Fall 2027 disbursement).
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5 hours must be verified by both the APS chapter director and a representative from the other organization.
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Complete a total of 10 volunteer hours each year during the award period.
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Failure to complete a semester might result in a prorated reimbursement to the APS scholarship fund.
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Funds are allocated for tuition and mandatory fees. Non-educational expenses may incur taxation.
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Scholarship disbursement will occur as follows:
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Direct Payments to the educational institution.
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Funds will be allocated directly to the student’s college or university.
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Reimbursements to Students
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Students pay eligible expenses upfront, followed by submission of receipts for reimbursement.