Assistance Programs
Valley Scholars
Valley Scholars are sponsored by local benefactors for all tuition and fees at South Texas College. Besides free tuition and fees, Scholars receive special mentoring from their sponsors and from South Texas College faculty and staff. Scholars are allowed to register early, participate in a special honors curriculum, and compete for special student employment opportunities on campus.
National Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The purpose of the National Hispanic Scholarship Fund (NHSF) scholarships is to assist Hispanic American students in completing their higher education. NHSF scholarships are available on a competitive basis to undergraduate and graduate students of Hispanic background. Awards normally range from $500 to $1000. Dates when scholarships will be available will be posted on bulleting boards in each building and at the Office of Financial Aid.
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Scholarship home page
Texas Rehabilitation Commission (TRC)
The Texas Rehabilitation Commission offers payment of tuition and other services to students who have certain physical handicaps. The Vocational Rehabilitation Division must approve the vocational objectives selected by the student before funds are awarded. Interested applicants should contact the nearest office of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
Workforce Investment Act (WIA)
Formerly Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA)
Students may qualify for help in meeting their educational expenses through the Workforce Investment Act. Prior to enrollment at STC, a student should contact their local WIA office to determine eligibility and types of assistance available to them. Students needing more information on WIA may contact the STC Office of Financial Aid.
Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA)
VIDA is a workforce development program designed to respond to the job training needs of the Rio Grande Valley's Empowerment Zones. Participants of the program will be recruited and trained to qualify for higher paying jobs available in the Valley. Long-term training ( 1-2 years ) will be limited to targeted occupations with identified job openings. Customized training ( less than 1 year ) will be made available through a contractual partnering between VIDA, Industry and local community colleges. Applications are available at VIDA satellite offices. Students needing more information on VIDA may contact the STC Office of Financial Aid.
Veterans Educational Benefits
STC is approved for training veterans under the provisions of the various public laws commonly called the G.I. Bill. A veteran with entitlement may receive a monthly check varying in amount with his/her course load and number of dependents. A spouse or child of a veteran may receive benefits under certain conditions. Veterans or their families who think they may be eligible for benefits should contact their local Veterans Administration Office or the STC veteran's Affairs Office, which is a division of the Office of Financial Aid. Students receiving V.A. educational benefits must adhere to V.A. Satisfactory Progress Standards. More information on theses standards is available from the Veterans Affairs Office.
Scholarships
Each year a number of individuals, organizations and companies provide scholarships that are available to students attending STC. the amount and criteria for these awards will vary. these scholarships are advertised when available, and eligible students may apply at that time. Information is available from the Office Financial Aid and from the Program Chairperson.
AmeriCorps
The AmeriCorps program provides full-time educational awards in return for work in community service. You can work before, during, or after your post secondary education, and you can use the funds either to pay current educational expenses or to repay federal student loans. Fore more information on this program, call 1-800-972-2677 or write to:
The Coporation for National Community Service
1201 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20525
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Americorps Homepage