Texas A&M University–Central Texas Receives $1.56 Million Grant for GTF Warrior Scholars Program

Texas A&M University–Central Texas has received a $1.56 million grant from the Greater Texas Foundation to support the GTF Warrior Scholars Program. The program, set to launch in fall 2023, will benefit Early College High School (ECHS) students who transition to the university to complete their bachelor’s degree. The grant will provide scholarship assistance of at least $2,000 per year for up to three years to 40 ECHS students enrolled in the first five cohorts. Scholars will also participate in learning communities and workshops focusing on student success initiatives. Interested students can apply for the scholarship on the university’s website. A&M–Central Texas is the state’s only upper-division university and offers affordable tuition and financial aid options. The university is developing plans to identify and communicate with eligible students for the GTF Warrior Scholars Program.