
Local Scholarships
It's Time for Local Scholarships!
Please pay attention to the specific details for each individual local scholarship. The majority utilize the SMHS general application form, but several have their own special instructions unique to their specific organization.
Almost all scholarships are available for any type of post-secondary opportunities, be they a traditional 4-year university, community college or trade school. In other words, if you are continuing your education after high school in any way, please take some time to try and secure some of the financial assistance provided by our generous local community to help you pay for it!
*Applications can be downloaded from this website.
**Paper Applications will be made available in the Counseling Office starting Tuesday, January 13th with our Counseling Administrative Assistant, Mrs. Vanessa Garcia.
Unless a different date or delivery method is noted in the specific local scholarship details, completed applications deadlines will be Wednesday, March 25th no later than 4:30PM.
Please note that incomplete applications (i.e. missing a transcript or required letter of recommendation) will likely mean your application will not be considered.
***Please make sure to talk to your counselor in a timely manner regarding any counselor recommendation letters, transcripts, and/or testing scores that you need for your scholarship applications.
In This Section
Local Scholarship Listings
Scholarships are organized by section.
Note: You need to be very clear regarding which scholarships you are applying for and bring enough copies so they can be distributed to all the different scholarships you are applying for.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to your counselor for assistance. Good luck!
- Section 1: Scholarships Using General Scholarship Application.
- Section 2: Local Scholarships with Organizational Application
- Section 3: Local scholarships sent directly to organization either by mail or electronically
Section 1
Scholarships Using General Scholarship Application.
- All Scholarships in Section 1 Must Be Turned in to Mrs. Vanessa Garcia in the Counseling Office.
- All Scholarships in Section 1 Must Be Turned in to Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the deadline date at 4:30 PM
- Criteria: Open to Everyone
- Criteria: Must be Top 50% of Class, demonstrate leadership skills (Technical and Academic Scholarships Available)
- Criteria: Must have attended Bowie Elementary for at least one school year
- Criteria: Must be pursuing a career in education or parent is current member of TCTA
- Criteria: Must show proof of acceptance to a college/university
- Criteria: Must demonstrate leadership through community service
- Criteria: Open to first generation college students
- Criteria: (Submit the general scholarship application and attach additional essay addressing application prompt)
- Criteria: Must have a 27 or higher on ACT or 1200 or higher on SAT, demonstrate leadership & community service
- Criteria: students majoring in Computer Science, Engineering, or Music will be given extra consideration
- Criteria: Must have been involved with the SMHS Art department, must submit 3 photos of artwork from portfolio
- Criteria: Must have participated in band or theatre during high school
- Criteria: Planning to pursue further education in the medical field, at least 3.0 GPA, and attend college
- Criteria: Must be Catholic
- Criteria: Must have attended Mendez Elementary School at least 3 years or more
- Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS tennis team
- "Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS volleyball team (*including senior year)"
- Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS Lady Rattler Basketball team (*including senior year)
- Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS Boys Basketball team
- "Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS Football team (*including senior year)"
Criteria: Open to Everyone
- KnD's Boutique Scholarship ($250/March 25, 2026)
- Rose Brooks Juneteenth Cake Auction Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- Pan American Golf Association Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- San Marcos Rotary Club Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- One Way Driving School Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- Peggy Harris/Jo Weatherford Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
- San Marcos Bluebonnets Lions Club Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- Hays County Sherriff's Scholarship ($2000-2500/March 25, 2026)
- San Marcos LULAC Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
KnD's Boutique Scholarship ($250/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Kristan Amber Alvarez, born and raised in San Marcos, TX, is a proud Rattler Alum, Class of 2008. Kristan and her mother Della Lucio Cisneros, opened KnD’s Boutique in downtown San Marcos in 2012. Kristan being the “K” and her mother Della being the “D” are looking forward to celebrating their upcoming 12th anniversary. In 2019 the mother and daughter team duo won Downtown Business of the Year – an award voted for by members of the San Marcos community. KnD’s has been named Best Boutique in Hays County for 2021,2022 & 2023.
In addition to being open for business for 12 years, Kristan, a young female entrepreneur, most recently celebrated becoming the proud owner of her downtown property by purchasing the building where KnD’s Boutique is located. A successful decade of business has opened many opportunities including being an official Texas State University licensed collegiate apparel shop. Not to mention KnD’s has become the downtown Head Quarters to get all your San Marcos Rattler gear for game day! Rattler Pride!
This scholarship uses the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $250
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Rose Brooks Juneteenth Cake Auction Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, it could not be implemented in places still under Confederate control. As a result, in the westernmost Confederate state of Texas, enslaved people would not be free until much later. Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas.
The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times and this scholarship is offered to several graduating seniors to honor and uphold the spirit of this important date in our history.
This scholarship uses the SMHS general scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Pan American Golf Association Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The National PAGA organization has been in existence for over fifty years, promoting golf for men, women and juniors, through community involvement and fund raising activities. Their mission is to provide assistance and scholarships to students in need of advanced education.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS application.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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San Marcos Rotary Club Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The San Marcos Rotary Club is dedicated to furthering the educational aspirations of San Marcos High School students and our community.
This scholarship uses the General Scholarship Application. Special consideration will be given to students with dyslexia and/or who attended Travis Elementary.
(Must notify Mrs. Vanessa Garcia)
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25th, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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One Way Driving School Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Founded right here in San Marcos by longtime instructor “Coach Johnny” and his family, One Way Driving School brings over 30 years of experience to every lesson. We’re a locally trusted team with a straight-shooting approach: teach smart, drive safe, and prepare students for real-world roads.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS scholarship application.
**This scholarship is available for students who will either attend a college/university or technical school.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Peggy Harris/Jo Weatherford Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
San Marcos Bluebonnets Lions Club Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The San Marcos Bluebonnet Lions Club awards one scholarship to a graduating senior each year.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: To Be Determined
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Hays County Sherriff's Scholarship ($2000-2500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The Hays County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) supports youth scholarships primarily through their annual "Scramble 'Fore Kids Golf Tournament," raising funds for graduating seniors at local high schools (San Marcos, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Lehman, Johnson, Hays) and supporting programs like CASA, 4-H, and FFA.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $2,000 — $2,500 (amount may be split)
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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San Marcos LULAC Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Since 1932 LULAC Councils have been selling tacos, tamales, having dances, etc., to raise monies for scholarships that are given to Hispanic students meeting certain guidelines. Several years ago the LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC), began the LULAC National Scholarship Fund. LNESC raises monies through donations from national corporations, while the LULAC local councils continue raising their monies the old fashion way. At a certain time of the year LNESC sends out matching funds information to all councils who in turn following the guidelines set by the LNSF program, submit their monies for matching purposes. Thereby, a council who would otherwise give a $400 scholarship, may now be able to give an $800 scholarship.
LULAC offers a variety of scholarships for high school seniors, undergraduate & graduate college students through our educational arm, the LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc. (LNESC). Please visit their website to find out more by clicking the folllowing link at LULAC Scholarships
This scholarship uses the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: Must be Top 50% of Class, demonstrate leadership skills (Technical and Academic Scholarships Available)
San Marcos Lions Club Scholarship ($3200/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
San Marcos Lions Club Scholarship Guidelines
Eligibility
- The student seeking an academic scholarship must be in the top 50% of the senior class based on the cumulative grade point average, excluding the spring semester grades.
- Students must plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university, or technical school in the fall following graduation from high school. Any exceptions to this guideline must be discussed with the Education Committee, San Marcos Lions Club.
Criteria for Selection
The following factors will be considered in the evaluation of each application for an academic & technical scholarship:
- High School Curriculum and Performance: The applicant must be in the top 50% of the senior class and have pursued a curriculum that indicates a potential for success in the course of study to be pursued in college.
- Demonstrated Leadership Skills: Extracurricular school activities, community involvement, and/or work experience will be considered.
- Personal Statement: Each applicant will be asked to write a biographical statement describing background, future plans, career goals, and why he/she should be considered for the scholarship award.
- Personal Interview:Applicants selected as finalists will be interviewed by the Education Committee of the San Marcos Lions Club.
- Financial Need: Circumstances related to the financial needs of the student will be considered.
Judging
The applicants will be judged by the Education Committee of the San Marcos Lions Club. The criteria for the judging of applicants are as follows:
Phase One-Application Review
- 25% - ACT or SAT Composite Scores
- 25% - The applicant’s cumulative GPA (excluding spring semester grades)
- 25%- Financial Need
- 10% - Applicant’s Curriculum
- 10% - Extracurricular Activities
- 5% - Work Activities
Phase Two
- Interview
Scholarship Payment
Academic
The scholarship money will be paid directly to the college or university designated by the recipient. (4) payments of $800 each will be made for a total of $3,200. The payments will be made by check prior to the beginning of the fall and spring semester of the recipient’s 1st (2) years of enrollment. The scholarship will be granted for each subsequent semester provided the student has completed a minimum of 12 semester hours with a GPA of at least 2.5 the previous semester and is enrolled for a minimum of 12 semester hours for the subsequent semester of the award period. This scholarship is to be used to pay tuition, fees, and books. After these expenses have been covered it can be used for room and board.
Technical
The scholarship money will be paid directly to the technical school designated by the recipient. (4) payments of $500 each will be made for a total of $2,000. The payments will be made by check prior to the beginning of the fall and spring semester of the recipient’s 1st (2) years of enrollment. The scholarship will be granted for each subsequent semester provided the student has completed a minimum of 12 semester hours with a GPA of at least 2.0 the previous semester and is enrolled for a minimum of 12 semester hours for the subsequent semester of the award period. This scholarship is to be used to pay tuition, fees, and books. After these expenses have been covered it can be used for room and board.
Deadline for Application- March 25th, latest 4:30PM, turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia.
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: Must have attended Bowie Elementary for at least one school year
Bowie Elementary Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
To be eligible, students must have attended Bowie ES for at least one school year. This scholarship is applicable for college students as well as someone attending trade school/community college.
This scholarship utilizes the general SMHS application.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: Must be pursuing a career in education or parent is current member of TCTA
San Marcos Educators Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The San Marcos Educator Scholarship consists of two separate $500 awards. One is designated for a student who is intending on pursuing a career in education. The second is available for any major. To be qualified, the student must have a parent who is a current member of the Texas Classroom Teachers Association (TCTA).
This scholarship utilizes the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30pm)
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: Must show proof of acceptance to a college/university
San Marcos Baha'is Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
San Marcos Baha’is Scholarship
As you choose a future career and journey, how will you help bring about racial unity? How will you help to educate others to show empathy and goodwill? How will you be part of the solution?
The San Marcos Baha’is will award one $500 scholarship to a student who writes an essay answering the questions above. Type up two pages explaining what you plan to do to heal racism. Include a document with your grades, and any extra curriculars you are involved with. To receive the $500, you will have to prove you have been accepted and are attending a University.
There is an individualized essay requirement for this scholarship along with the general SMHS application.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: Must demonstrate leadership through community service
Calaboose African American History Museum Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The Calaboose African American History Museum supports the San Marcos community by providing a home for African American history and culture. Through preservation, events, and education, the museum strives to preserve and honor the legacy of the African American experience in Hays County. They are providing three $500 scholarships to graduating SMHS seniors to assist in their post-secondary educational pursuits.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: Open to first generation college students
Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos Ofelia Vasquez Memorial Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The mission of Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos (Centro) is to serve as a community beacon for the preservation, development, promotion, and celebration of the Hispanic arts, culture, heritage, and values. Part of this includes providing several scholarships to graduating seniors from San Marcos High School each year.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
APPLY HERE
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Criteria: (Submit the general scholarship application and attach additional essay addressing application prompt)
San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship ($1000/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The San Marcos Chamber of Commerce is providing a scholarship to at least one deserving San Marcos High School graduating senior intending to pursue post high school education/training in order to pursue a career path with an employer in the San Marcos area.
In order for seniors to apply for this scholarship, please write an essay addressing the prompt listed below. This essay must be attached to a completed general scholarship application packet and returned to the Counseling Administrative Assistant, Vanessa Garcia at San Marcos High School by March 25, 2026.
Describe your desire to pursue a career path that exists in the San Marcos area and the benefits of working/living long-term in this area. What is the job type you are interested in? What interests you most about this job/career? What additional education/training will be required for your desired career path?
This scholarship utilizes the SMHS general scholarship application with an extra essay prompt.
Scholarship Amount: $1000
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have a 27 or higher on ACT or 1200 or higher on SAT, demonstrate leadership & community service
William Hightower Chapter #35 Sons of the American Revolution-Richard & Joann Robinett Scholarship
About the Scholarship
The William Hightower Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution is a fraternal hereditary organization dedicated to the preservation of America’s history, patriotism and statesmanship attained during the American Revolution. The issuing of an annual college scholarship to a patriotic, moral, academic, student leader is one means by which this organization fulfills its mission.
The recipient will be a graduating senior of either gender matriculating from a fully accredited public senior high school from either Hays, Comal, or Guadalupe counties. Applicants must be certifiable citizens of one of the above mentioned counties, the state of Texas and the United States of American. It is optional, although preferable, that the applicant be a descendant of an American Revolutionary War Patriot.
The applicant must have a grade point average 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent on a 3.0 scale. The applicant must have an ACT score above 27 or a SAT General Aptitude and Mathematics score above 1,200. The applicant must have a record of demonstrated leadership. This is best demonstrated by a record of holding leadership positions (offices) in academic, civic, social, charitable, service and religions groups. The applicant must have a demonstrated record of community service. And finally, the applicant must provide two (2) letters of reference from individuals, other than family, who have known the applicant for more than one year.
This scholarship uses the general scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $1000
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: students majoring in Computer Science, Engineering, or Music will be given extra consideration
Johnnie Tirso Rosales Memorial Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The purpose of the Johnnie Tirso Rosales Memorial Scholarship to provide scholarships to at least three (3) deserving San Marcos High School graduating seniors interested in or intending to pursue post-high school course of study at either a
college/university or other post-secondary educational institution in the preferred majors: Computer Science, Engineering, Music.
This scholarship uses the general scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have been involved with the SMHS Art department, must submit 3 photos of artwork from portfolio
Rice Harrington Memorial Art Scholarship ($3000/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The Rice Harrington Memorial Art Scholarship is a $3000 allotment available to graduating seniors from San Marcos High School, to be used for further education in the arts at an accredited college or university.
Degree choices include:
- Fine Arts Degree
- Visual or Performing Arts degree
- Art Education Degree
Submissions are to be coordinated with the San Marcos High School’s Art Department and Cabin 10, Inc.
Mail to:
Cabin 10, Inc
25 Antelope Trail
Kerrville, TX 78028
E-mail to Cabin10org@gmail.com
Requirements:
- Completed local scholarship application provided by San Marcos High School (attached).
- submission of 3 photographs of art work from the students High School Art Portfolio.
- a short synopsis of goals and how the scholarship money will be utilized.
The scholarship will be awarded at the graduation ceremony at the end of the Spring 2026 semester by a member of Cabin 10, Inc. Board of Directors
There is an individualized application for this scholarship as well as the SMHS application.
Scholarship Amount: $3000
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have participated in band or theatre during high school
Sara Wynette's Wish Memorial Scholarship ($500/March 6, 2025)
About the Scholarship
The Sara Wynette's Wish Memorial provides college scholarships to high school seniors in remembrance of Sara, a cherished member of the San Marcos community.
Criteria: Must have participated in band or theatre during high school
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Planning to pursue further education in the medical field, at least 3.0 GPA, and attend college
Dr. Daniel Rojo Medical Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Dr. Daniel Rojo Medical Scholarship
Background:
Pioneer Mexican doctor Daniel Rojo was born in Huichapan, Mexico in 1904. He graduated with his Medical degree from the Escuela National de Medicina (National School of Medicine) in Mexico City in 1928. In 1929 Dr. Rojo obtained a Visa to fulfill his dream of establishing his Practice in the United States.
He migrated to San Marcos, Texas and promptly acquired his medical license to practice in the state of Texas. Dr. Rojo served the San Marcos community for 48 years from the 1930s to his death in 1978. He performed surgeries, treated illnesses, and delivered many babies.
This scholarship is established to reward students with the same desire to serve their communities by becoming medicine professionals.
Purpose:
To provide scholarships to San Marcos High School graduating Seniors interested in or intending to pursue post-high school course of study at either a college/university or other post-secondary educational institution in Medicine.
Eligibility:
- Planning to pursue further education in the Medical field
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must be a graduating senior in the year of the award.
- Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students
- Plan to attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in Texas, for the next academic year.
- In the event the scholarship recipient receives financial assistance from other sources that would constitute a full scholarship, the recipient shall notify the Scholarship Coordinator and relinquish rights to the scholarship. The scholarship shall then be awarded to the runner-up, if that applicant continues to meet all criteria.
Application Process:
Applicant must submit the following items:
- Completed General Scholarship application form (if handwritten, please print legibly).
- Letter of application addressed to the Scholarship Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation of career goals and biographical (background) information). In your letter please include what your medical career goals are, what you have already achieved, and what you plan to do in the future.
- Two (2) letters of recommendation (i.e. from high school teachers, administrators, counselors, employers, or individual with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement.
- An official high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class standing/rank.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS application as well as having specific requirements beyond this.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2025 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must be Catholic
Knights of Columbus Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The San Marcos Knights of Columbus offer a scholarship each to graduating seniors. The only qualification is that the recipients must be Catholic.
This scholarship uses the general SMHS application.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have attended Mendez Elementary School at least 3 years or more
Mendez Elementary Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
To be eligible, students must have attended Mendez ES for at least three school years. This scholarship is applicable for college students as well as someone attending trade school/community college.
They utilize the general SMHS scholarship application.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS tennis team
SMHS Tennis Team Scholarship ($500/March 25 2026)
About the Scholarship
Scholarship Requirements for San Marcos Tennis Booster Club
Revised July 2017
I. Player will have played for the San Marcos Tennis team all 4 years of high school or been a Varsity player for their senior year.
a. Transfers can be discussed individually at the discretion of the tennis booster board. The board’s decision will be final.
II. Player will have actively participated in Tennis their entire senior year.
III. Player will have been academically eligible their entire senior year.
IV. Player will maintain an overall GPA of at least a 3.0, anything under a 3.0 can be reviewed by the board. The board’s decision will be final.
V. Player will have completed at least 20 hours of community service each year that they played.
VI. Player will submit applications to the proper office on time.
a. Player will include the standard application as well as a short essay stating how tennis has benefited them.
VII. A maximum of 6 scholarships in the amount of $500 will be awarded to the deserving players.
a. Scholarships will be distributed to the player when he/she submits proof of college admission to the board.
This scholarship utilizes the general SMHS application as well as requiring an additional essay.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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"Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS volleyball team (*including senior year)"
SMHS Volleyball Boosters Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The SMHS Volleyball Booster Club provides scholarships for seniors who were on the SMHS Volleyball team.
This scholarship utilizes the General SMHS Scholarship Application.
Scholarship Amount: TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS Lady Rattler Basketball team (*including senior year)
SMHS Lady Rattler's Basketball Boosters Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The SMHS Lady Rattler Basketball Booster Club provides scholarships for seniors who were on the SMHS Lady Rattler Basketball team.
This scholarship utilizes the General SMHS Scholarship Application.
Scholarship Amount: TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS Boys Basketball team
SMHS Boys Basketball Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The SMHS Boys Basketball Booster Club provides scholarships for seniors who were on the SMHS Boys Basketball Team.
This scholarship utilizes the General SMHS Scholarship Application.
Scholarship Amount: TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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"Criteria: Must have been a member of the SMHS Football team (*including senior year)"
SMHS Football Booster Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The SMHS Football Booster provides scholarships for seniors who were on the SMHS Football team.
This scholarship utilizes the General SMHS Scholarship Application.
Scholarship Amount: TBD
Application Deadline: April 5, 2026
***Submit application to Sophia Joseph
***Please email a copy of the completed application to rattlernationfb@gmail.com by no later than April 5th, 2026.
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Section 2
Local Scholarships with Organization Application
- All Scholarships in Section 2 Must Be Turned in to Mrs. Vanessa Garcia in the Counseling Office by deadline date at 4:30 PM
- or completed scholarship application must be emailed directly to organization contact by deadline
- These scholarship applications can be found on the College & Career Center website under Section 2
- Criteria: Open to Everyone
- CriteriMust be a female student, pursue a degree in computer science, & GPA 3.0
- Criteria: Must submit 3 letters of recommendation, demonstrate community service
- Criteria: Must have attended Travis Elementary for 1 year and been accepted to a 4 year University
- Criteria: Must have attended Crockett Elementary at least 1 year
- Criteria: Must be a member of the SMHS Rattler Band
- Criteria: Must be accepted and plan to attend Texas A&M University in College Station
- Criteria: Must currently be part of Diamond Line
Criteria: Open to Everyone
- Four Rivers Association of REALTORS Scholarship ($1000/April 1, 2026)
- La Sociedad Mutualista Cuahtémoc Scholarship ($various amounts/March 25, 2026)
- American G.I. Forum San Marcos Men's Chapter Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- Ozona Bank Scholarship ($1000/March 25, 2026)
- American G.I. Forum San Marcos Women's Chapter Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
- Masonic Lodge Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026) (additional scholarship is designated for a student pursuing a trade or technical program)
- Juneteenth Foundation Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
Four Rivers Association of REALTORS Scholarship ($1000/April 1, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The Four Rivers Association of REALTORS® will award (6) $1000.00 scholarships this year. Applicants must be a Graduating Senior in the Spring of 2026 and planning to attend any 2-year or 4-year technical school, college, or university within 1 year of receiving this scholarship.
This scholarship has its own specific application process.
Scholarship Amount: $1000
Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
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La Sociedad Mutualista Cuahtémoc Scholarship ($various amounts/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
La Sociedad Mutualista Cuahtémoc is dedicated to serving the San Marcos community by offering scholarships to graduating SMHS seniors.
There is an individualized application for this scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: various amounts
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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American G.I. Forum San Marcos Men's Chapter Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The AGIF is dedicated to addressing problems of discrimination and inequities endured by Hispanic veterans. Education is their primary focus. The organization provides scholarships for higher education to graduating students from local area.
There is an individualized application for this scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026
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Ozona Bank Scholarship ($1000/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Ozona Bank awards two $1000 scholarships to students attending college or trade schools.
This scholarship utilizes their own specific application.
Scholarship Amount: $1000
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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American G.I. Forum San Marcos Women's Chapter Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The AGIF is dedicated to addressing problems of discrimination and inequities endured by Hispanic veterans. Education is their primary focus. The organization provides scholarships for higher education to graduating students from local area.
There is an individualized application for this scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Masonic Lodge Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026) (additional scholarship is designated for a student pursuing a trade or technical program)
About the Scholarship
The San Marcos Masonic Lodge #342 is providing two scholarships to two graduating SMHS seniors of the Class of 2025. Each scholarship will be at least $500, with the possibility of the award being up to $1000.
This scholarship has their own specific application.
Award Amount: $500-$1000
Deadline: March 25, 2026
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Juneteenth Foundation Scholarship ($TBD/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, it could not be implemented in places still under Confederate control. As a result, in the westernmost Confederate state of Texas, enslaved people would not be free until much later. Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas.
The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times and this scholarship is offered to several graduating seniors to honor and uphold the spirit of this important date in our history.
This scholarship has their own specific application process.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM )
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CriteriMust be a female student, pursue a degree in computer science, & GPA 3.0
Zeta Phi Beta: Cynthia A. Bell Scholarship ($TBD/February 1, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded on the principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. In keeping with these ideals, we are honored to offer the Cynthia A. Bell Legacy Scholarship, established in remembrance of a beloved member whose life exemplified the very essence of Zeta.
Cynthia A. Bell was a devoted member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and a charter member of the Gamma Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter, serving Hays, Caldwell, Comal, and Guadalupe Counties. Cynthia was known for her kindness, compassion, and the deep respect she showed to everyone she encountered. Her smile could light up any room.
Application Requirements:
- Be a female high school senior attending a Hays County high school
- Must live in Hays County
- Plan to pursue a degree in Computer Science or related field at a four-year college
- Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 or above
- Submit an official high school transcript
- Provide a headshot photo of the applicant
- Must submit two letters of recommendation: a letter may come from a teacher or a community leader familiar with the applicant, (i.e., minister, school leader)
- Complete activities form detailing community service and extracurricular involvement
This scholarship has its own specific application process.
Scholarship Amount: $TBD
Application Deadline: February 1, 2026
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Criteria: Must submit 3 letters of recommendation, demonstrate community service
Kiwanis Scholarship ($1000/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The Kiwanis Club Scholarship is for $1,000 made payable to the college of your choosing. Fill out the application form and return it to Mrs. Vanessa Garcia.
The attached pages are for you to include information and recognition that you feel is necessary to present to the scholarship committee. The essay portion of the application can include the college you plan to attend and any future plans you have at this time.
It is expected that after you receive notice of your scholarship selection that you will attend a San Marcos Kiwanis Club luncheon to meet with members of the club and inform them of your
accomplishments and future plans. Kiwanis meets every Thursday at Grin’s Restaurant at 12:00 noon. You may invite your parents to this meeting for the scholarship recognition.
This scholarship has its own application process.
Scholarship Amount: $1000
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have attended Travis Elementary for 1 year and been accepted to a 4 year University
Travis Elementary Scholarship (Up to $1500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
To be eligible, students must have attended Travis ES for at least one school year.
There is an individualized application for this scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: Up to $1500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026 (turned into Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by the latest, 4:30PM)
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Criteria: Must have attended Crockett Elementary at least 1 year
Crockett Elementary Scholarship ($500/March 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
CROCKETT ELEMENTARY PTO SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Scholarship Criteria:
- You must be a current Senior at San Marcos High School.
- You must have attended Crockett Elementary for at least one full school year.
- You must submit the application with supporting documents by March 25, 2026.
We will select 2 students to each receive a $500 scholarship.
This scholarship has its own application process. Please turn in your completed application to Mrs. Vanessa Garcia by March 25th the latest, 4:30PM.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026
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Criteria: Must be a member of the SMHS Rattler Band
Criteria: Must be accepted and plan to attend Texas A&M University in College Station
Hays County Aggie Mom's Club Scholarship ($TBD/March 22, 2024)
About the Scholarship
The Hays County A&M University Mothers' Club will award scholarships to Hays County-area high school students who plan to start their freshman year at Texas A&M University this upcoming fall. Each scholarship recipient will receive a one-time scholarship for the fall semester of their freshman year. The amount of the scholarship and how many scholarships are determined by the fund-raising efforts of the Hays County A&M University Mothers’ Club and committee review.
To be eligible, applicant must be either a high school senior living in Hays County or attending a High School in Hays County and who plans to attend Texas A&M University as a full-time student (12 + hours).
In addition, the student must have already applied for admission to Texas A&M University for the upcoming fall semester. The student need not have been accepted to Texas A&M prior to submitting this scholarship application, but the payment of the scholarship award monies is contingent upon their acceptance and enrollment at Texas A&M University as a full-time student for the 2024 fall semester. Texas A&M-Blinn TEAM program students are not eligible for this scholarship.
- Applications and supporting material are due and to be turned in to the school counselor by Friday, March 22, 2024.
- Please deliver the completed application and all supporting documents to your high school counselor. The counselor will scan and email the completed applications to the Aggie Moms Scholarship Chair.
- Scholarship recipients will be notified in May at their respective High School Award Ceremony.
- Funds will be disbursed to the student through the Texas A&M University Financial Aid Office not the Hays County A&M University Mothers' Club
In order for this application packet to be complete, it must contain the following:
- Completed application
- High School Transcript
- A letter of reference. This does not have to be sealed.
- Attach a copy of your letter of acceptance from Texas A&M University (if available).
- Resume
Include the following information, indicating year and length of time. All information should be within the last 4 years.
- Academic, extracurricular, religious and community activities
- Positions of responsibility and leadership
- Honors and awards
- Work experience
- Personal Statement
Write a one-page essay and include the following:
- Why you would like to attend Texas A&M University.
- What degree you are seeking and why you chose that field of study.
- Tell us about any extracurricular activities you enjoy.
Incomplete applications will not be considered for the scholarship, so please ensure your application is completed and all supporting documents are attached. Confirm with the school counselor that your application was sent to the Scholarship Committee.
***All applications must be received directly from the school appointed scholarship representative/counselor via email.
NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
This scholarship has their own application process.
Scholarship Amount: TBD
Application Deadline: March 22, 2024 (turned into Dr. Cunningham by the end of the school day)
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Criteria: Must currently be part of Diamond Line
SMHS Diamond Line Scholarship ($500/March 13, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Eligibility requirements :
- Current SMHS Diamond Line team member
- Must be a 2026 graduating senior
- Must be a member in good standing
- Must not be on probation at the time of application
The application will require that the girls complete an application with counselor's signature, official high school transcript, a minimum of two letters of recommendation (not by Mrs. Knight) and a one page typed essay.
This scholarship has its own application process; the application will be distributed to qualified seniors in January.
Scholarship Amount: $500
Application Deadline: March 13, 2026 (before Spring Break)
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Section 3
Local scholarships sent directly to organization either by mail or electronically
- Criteria: Must reside in a household that uses Bluebonnet Electricity, 11th or 12th Grade
- Criteria: Must be a US citizen and a resident of Caldwell or Hays County
- Criteria: Must display financial need
- Criteria: Open to Everyone
- Criteria: Open to students accepted to colleges in College Station or Denton
- Criteria: Must have an account at A + Federal Credit Union
- Criteria: Must be a senior in SMCISD
- Criteria: Must be a dependent son or daughter of an employee of Simon Property Group
- Criteria: Must be Hispanic
- Criteria: Must reside in a household that uses Pedernales Electricity
- Criteria: Open to students who have been coded as: homeless, migrant, teen parent, Bilingual/ESL (Please Select Region 13)
- Criteria: Must reside in a household that uses Bluebonnet Electricity - applications must be typed Bluebonnet Electric Cooperatives Scholarship (both Academic and Trade & Technical scholarships offered)
- Criteria: Must plan on attending college
- Criteria: Available to ALL graduation seniors of Class of 2026
- Criteria: Must have a GPA of 3.0 or 80% or Higher
- Criteria: Must be at least 18 yrs old, have at least a 2.5 GPA, & be enrolled at a college
- Criteria: Must plan to pursue higher education in any of the visual or performing arts
- Criteria: Must attend ACC in fall 2026
Criteria: Must reside in a household that uses Bluebonnet Electricity, 11th or 12th Grade
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Scholarship of Excellence Academics ($2500/March 6, 2026)
About the Scholarship
To be considered for a Bluebonnet scholarship, the applicant must:
- Be a senior of a high school or an accredited Home Extended Studies program who is graduating in the 2025-26 school year.
- Reside in the home of a parent or legal guardian who is a current Bluebonnet member with an active account and whose primary residence is within the outer boundaries of Bluebonnet’s service area.
- Provide a copy of current high school transcript with high school grade point average (GPA) through the latest semester completed.
- Submit a completed 2026 Bluebonnet Scholarship of Excellence application, which is available at bluebonnet.coop. The application must be submitted online by 5 p.m. March 6, 2026.
This scholarship has its own specific application process.
Scholarship Amount: $2500
Application Deadline: March 6, 2026
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Criteria: Must be a US citizen and a resident of Caldwell or Hays County
Criteria: Must display financial need
Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority Scholarship ($2500/January 31, 2026)
About the Scholarship
GBRA’s goal is to encourage and assist students to fulfill their educational endeavors. The following guidelines will be used to determine eligibility and to evaluate applications:
- Graduating High School Seniors residing in GBRA’s 10-county service area (Kendall, Comal, Hays, Caldwell, Guadalupe, Gonzales, DeWitt, Victoria, Calhoun and Refugio) are eligible to apply.
- Students have an overall “B” average or higher.
- Applications will be reviewed and awarded by a selection committee chosen by GBRA.
- In the event the scholarship recipient receives financial assistance from other sources that would constitute a full scholarship, the recipient shall notify the GBRA Scholarship Coordinator and relinquish rights to the scholarship. The scholarship shall then be awarded to the runner-up, if that applicant continues to meet all criteria.
This application contains an essay question that should be 850 to 950 words long.
Essay Question:
A Conservation Plan works to protect endangered and threatened species by managing water resources and restoring habitats along the river. Consider the role healthy rivers and ecosystems play in supporting wildlife and communities. In your essay, explain why protecting the Guadalupe River is important and describe actions you or others can take to help conserve it for future generations.
This scholarship has its own specific online application process.
Scholarship Amount: $500-$2500
Application Deadline: January 31, 2026
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Criteria: Open to Everyone
Prestige Photography Scholarship
About the Scholarship
Scholarship Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must be Class of 2026 Seniors from a school that offers Prestige Photography. Each student is allowed to submit only one application and essay for consideration. The scholarship award is contingent upon the timely return of the signed Affidavit of Eligibility and Publicity Release.
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Criteria: Open to students accepted to colleges in College Station or Denton
Criteria: Must have an account at A + Federal Credit Union
Criteria: Must be a senior in SMCISD
Criteria: Must be a dependent son or daughter of an employee of Simon Property Group
Criteria: Must be Hispanic
Hispanic Scholarship Fund ($TBD/February 15, 2026)
About the Scholarship
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund offers funding to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a university degree. Applicants must be Hispanic/Latino, have a minimum 3.0 GPA (for high school students) or 2.5 (for undergrad/graduate students), plan to enroll full-time in an accredited four-year university or graduate school in the U.S., be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, DACA or eligible non-citizen, and complete the FAFSA if applicable.
All majors and graduate fields are accepted, with an emphasis placed on STEM majors.
Scholarship Amount: $500 - $5000
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
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Criteria: Must reside in a household that uses Pedernales Electricity
Pedernales Electric Co-Op Scholarship ($varies/February 25, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Education powers the leaders of tomorrow. That’s why PEC is proud to support Central Texas through its youth programs, educational foundation giving, and scholarships. This year, PEC will award $100,000 in scholarships to regional students who will attend the college, university, technical school, or trade school of their choice.
There is an individualized application for this scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: Varies
Application Deadline: February 25, 2026
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Criteria: Open to students who have been coded as: homeless, migrant, teen parent, Bilingual/ESL (Please Select Region 13)
Criteria: Must reside in a household that uses Bluebonnet Electricity - applications must be typed Bluebonnet Electric Cooperatives Scholarship (both Academic and Trade & Technical scholarships offered)
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Scholarship of Excellence Trade & Technical ($2500/March 6, 2026)
About the Scholarship
To be considered for a Bluebonnet scholarship, the applicant must:
- Be a senior of a high school or an accredited Home Extended Studies program who is graduating in the 2025-26 school year.
- Reside in the home of a parent or legal guardian who is a current Bluebonnet member with an active account and whose primary residence is within the outer boundaries of Bluebonnet’s service area.
- Provide a copy of current high school transcript with high school grade point average (GPA) through the latest semester completed.
- Submit a completed 2026 Bluebonnet Scholarship of Excellence application, which is available at bluebonnet.coop. The application must be submitted online by 5 p.m. March 6, 2026.
This scholarship has its own specific application process.
Scholarship Amount: $2500
Application Deadline: March 6, 2026
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Criteria: Must plan on attending college
23rd Masonic District Scholarship ($Different Amounts/March 31, 2026)
About the Scholarship
23rd Masonic District Scholarship
Applying for GENERAL STUDENT AID SCHOLARSHIP $500 - $1,000
- Application Form
- Letter of Recommendation from School Counselor
- HS Transcript
- 1 Page Personal Bio/Resume (school and community activities, and accomplishments)
- 500 Word Essay (You, Your planned course of study, and Your plans after college)
Submission Deadline: March 31st, 2026
Award Announcement: June 30th, 2026
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Criteria: Available to ALL graduation seniors of Class of 2026
Criteria: Must have a GPA of 3.0 or 80% or Higher
RESTORE Scholarship ($1,000/April 15, 2026)
About the Scholarship
RESTORE Scholarship
The Gerloff Company, Inc. is pleased to award RESTORE Scholarships to deserving high school seniors
who plan to continue their education at a college, university, or trade school. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, multiple scholarships of $1,000 may be awarded. Each scholarship will be made payable directly to the student and may be used to assist with tuition, room and board, books, and other education-related expenses associated with earning a degree or certification.
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Submit a fully complete application
- Be a graduating high school senior
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or 80% or higher
- Include a copy of their high school transcript
- Attend a school district that is an Emergency Preparedness Plan Partner of the Gerloff Company, Inc.
- Provide two letters of recommendation from individuals not related to the applicant (e.g., clergy, teacher, superintendent, employer)
- Submit a brief autobiography and statement of career plans (maximum two pages)
- Be a Texas resident
All applications and required attachments must be postmarked or emailed by April 15, 2026.
For email submissions, please combine all documents into one single PDF.
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Criteria: Must be at least 18 yrs old, have at least a 2.5 GPA, & be enrolled at a college
Detox.com Scholarship ($Different Amounts/July 31, 2026)
About the Scholarship
Detox.com Scholarship
By entering this essay contest, I affirm that I meet the following eligibility requirements:
(1) I am at least 18 years of age or older;
(2) I am currently enrolled in a college or university located in the 50 United States or the District of Columbia with a minimum 2.50 GPA
(3) I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Detox.com Scholarship Rules and Terms.
Submission Deadline: July 31st, 2026
Award Announcement: August 30, 2026
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