Elgin High School

Determined ScholarsDetermined Scholars have tremendous potential to create change in the world and can serve as important and needed role models for families, friends, and communities.Scholars will receive:ACT/SAT preparation coursesMonthly sessions focused on college application preparation, academic and college success, financial literacy, and health and well-beingPersonalized mentorship from senior year of high school through college graduationFinancial assistance up to $24,000...

Nine scholarships will be awarded, one per Region (eight total) and one overall top statewide. All applicants must be Agriculture and/or Natural Resource related majors.The selection process is based on a point-scale scoring system and each application is reviewed and ranked by a statewide scoring committee. Scholarships are open to any graduating high school senior, entering college freshman, sophomore, or...

The Josie Washington Memorial Scholarship is in memory of a very devoted member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Kappa Zeta Chapter.  Josie Washington was an educator in the Dallas public schools, who taught much of her career at Lincoln High School.  During her life she belonged to many organizations and volunteered her services wherever needed.  Upon her death, Josie Washington...

Established in 2007 by Mrs. Irene S. Wischer, a highly respected San Antonio businesswoman and philanthropist, the Irene S. Wischer Education Foundation Scholarship provides scholarships to exceptional full-time undergraduate students attending a not-for-profit educational institution.Eligibility (Requirements):Citizen of the United StatesResident of Texas for 12 consecutive months prior to application submissionPerson of good characterPer Mrs. Wischer’s instructions, preference given to applicants...

Established in 1995, this scholarship is to be awarded to women of academic achievement who wish to enter the professions of law, public service, government, political science, or women’s history.Scholarship Amount: $3,000.00 per yearScholarship RequirementsApplicant must be a female.Scholarship monies must be used at an accredited Texas college or university.Applicant must have completed at least two semesters of studies.Scholarship monies...

The purpose of the Susan Howard Community Service Award is to honor and reward academically adept students from low income families in Texas or Great Britain who have demonstrated initiative and leadership skills through their dedication to benefiting their community.General Description Of The AwardSusan Howard, President of BAFTX for 9 years, ran the organization until 2017 with passion and dedication,...