Costs and Aid
Scholarships and Financial Aid
A college education is one of the best investments you can make in your future. Costs at Â鶹ÊÓƵ vary each semester depending on course load. Be prepared to budget money for textbooks and for room and board whether you plan to live on or off campus. Find information about our scholarships and financial aid below, including available options and how to apply.
Financial Aid
The first step is completing the or . Each document helps determine how much aid a student may receive. Make sure to include the Â鶹ÊÓƵ School Code in your FAFSA: 003581
Scholarships
Most Â鶹ÊÓƵ scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement. Extra-curricular activities such as marching band and athletics also may be considered in awarding some Â鶹ÊÓƵ scholarships.
Waivers and Exemptions
Waivers and exemptions cover the cost of tuition and some fees for certain students attending public universities in Texas such as Â鶹ÊÓƵ. Students eligible for these waivers and exemptions include former foster children, blind and deaf students, and military veterans from Texas. For more information on waivers and exemptions, visit the .
Texas Residency
Tuition costs are lower for Texas residents. Residents of Louisiana pay in-state tuition rates plus $30 per credit hour. Residents of other U.S. states and other countries pay out-of-state tuition.
Residency is determined prior to enrollment using rules and regulations established by state officials. Complete the if you believe you should be classified as a Texas Resident and are currently identified as a non-Texas Resident. Please note: You will need to log in with your LEA username and password to access and submit this form.