The Texas Academy at Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrated 21 high school graduates on May 5, 2023. Students in the academy exclusively take college courses alongside the undergraduates as they complete 11th and 12th grade.
The Class of 2023 received acceptances to 32 different universities and a scholarship total of over $2.1 million. Ten of these scholars are continuing their studies at Â鶹ÊÓƵ.
These students were active in Texas Academy Clubs, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Organizations, and various service-oriented activities at Stable Spirits, Southeast Texas Food Bank, Hope Women’s Center, Community Garden and many more. They also received grants for research, worked on-campus jobs such as a videographer for Lamar Athletics, tutors in the STARS Tutoring Center and were recognized for high honors such as National Merit Scholars.
The Texas Academy at Â鶹ÊÓƵ is currently accepting applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. For more information, please visit the