| Yellow Globe News
CANYON – Incoming and postgraduate students at West Texas A&M University have two ways to qualify for free money with two financial aid options – the WT Hope Scholarship and the WT Opportunity Grant.
The WT Hope Scholarship offers more than $ 500,000 for undergraduate and transferring students who reflect the demographics of the state, particularly minority groups, first-generation students, and students from low-income families.
“Many high school graduates want to continue their education but for a variety of reasons think college just isn’t an option for them,” said Jeffrey Baylor, executive director of admissions. “The Hope scholarship is intended to open up educational opportunities for these students and shows how committed we are to a diverse student body at WT.”
Angela Allen, WT’s chief diversity and inclusion officer, said the scholarship is an incredible avenue for diverse students interested in WT.
“This scholarship really gives hope to those who are wondering how they will hold out to graduation,” said Allen. “The WT Hope Scholarship hits students where they are, which is consistent with the WT mission to ensure the success of all students.”
WT is now in its fifth year as a Hispanic Serving Institution and strives for diversity in all areas of the student body, faculty and staff.
The WT Opportunity Grant has approximately $ 180,000 annually for students with financial need who do not qualify for a Texas Grant or Pell Grant.
“Most middle-class families find a way to get their students into college, but often a financial blow can ruin those plans and students may drop out altogether,” said Mike Knox, vice president of student engagement, enrollment and success. “If the financial situation of the students changes, they can apply for this scholarship and we can finance up to the full cost of this semester.”
Funding for both the scholarship and the fellowship is provided by the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents.
The programs are in line with the Board of Regents’ strategic plan, which promises that the A&M system will remain accessible and affordable to all students, regardless of their socio-economic background.
“Our board’s strategic plan clearly expresses our commitment to ensure that our institutions serve a diverse student body,” said Chairman Tim Leach. “These funds give our administration another tool to support Texans and enable them to continue their education.”
The scholarship and the scholarship have different application mechanisms.
To be eligible for the WT Opportunity Grant, undergraduate students must have a Free Federal Student Aid or FAFSA Application Form on file, be a Texas resident, and have good academic status. To apply, contact Tamara DeSpain at 806-651-2050 or tdespain@wtamu.edu. Students fill out a one-page form, which is usually reviewed by a committee within a week.
To contact the admissions office call 806-651-2020 or 1-800-99-WTAMU or send an email to ads@wtamu.edu.
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