Undergraduate Scholarships
College of Education students are eligible for a variety of scholarships thanks to our generous alumni, supporters and friends. Some awards are merit-based, others are need-based and many are available only to those who have chosen a particular area of study or who meet certain criteria.
Prospective Students
Step 1: Submit Your Admission Application
Students will automatically be considered for these scholarships based on their admission application:
| College of Education Scholarships | Dean’s Promising Scholars | Forty Acres Scholarship |
| The College of Education offers a variety of scholarships to incoming first time college students. Students are automatically considered for scholarships that they are eligible for based on criteria such as major or financial need. | The College of Education’s first four-year, full-tuition scholarship for incoming undergraduates who show tremendous academic and leadership promise, and demonstrate potential for service to our community. | Administered by Texas Exes, the Forty Acres Scholarship Program inspires and nurtures visionary leaders and helps them use their talents to benefit society. Scholars receive a rich college experience with an intimate cohort of fellow students. |
| Award: Amount varies | Award: $12,000/year for four years | Award: Tuition, a living and book stipend, and enrichment and professional experiences for four years |
Apply for admission using the Common App by December 1. Visit Admissions for more information.
Step 2: Submit Your Financial Aid Application
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based scholarships every year. The application will open in December.
The University of Texas at Austin’s priority deadline is March 15. You can still submit the FAFSA after that date, but some financial aid might not be available.
Financial aid is also available for non-US citizens. If you are a not a US citizen or permanent resident of the US, but are classified as a Texas resident, submit the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) or eTASFA in CASH.
For more information about FAFSA and TASFA, please review additional information from Texas One Stop and from the Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid office:
Step 3: Submit Your Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers Application
Passionate students who aspire to teach in Texas are encouraged to apply for the Charles Butt Scholarship.
Step 4: Submit your Texas Exes Application
Texas Exes awards scholarships to hundreds of students each year.
Continuing Students
Step 1: Submit Your College of Education Continuing Student Scholarship Application
The College of Education offers a variety of scholarships to continuing students. Some are merit-based, others are need-based and some are for students who meet a particular criteria such as GPA or major. Have the following information ready to complete your application:
- Academic Information
- Honors, Awards, Community Involvement and Activities
- Work and Internship Experiences
- Financial Information
- KHE Students: Personal Statement
Stay tuned for more information!
Step 2: Complete Your Financial Aid Application
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based scholarships every year. The application will open in December.
The University of Texas at Austin’s priority deadline is March 15. You can still submit the FAFSA after that date, but some financial aid might not be available.
Financial aid is also available for non-US citizens. If you are a not a US citizen or permanent resident of the US but are classified as a Texas resident, submit the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) or eTASFA in CASH.
For more information about FAFSA and TASFA, please review additional information from Texas One Stop and from the Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid office:
Step 3: Submit Your Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers Application
Passionate students who aspire to teach in Texas are encouraged to apply for the Charles Butt Scholarship.
Step 4: Submit your Texas Exes Application
Texas Exes awards scholarships to hundreds of students each year.
Step 5: Submit Your AISD Future Teacher Scholarship Application
These $5,000 scholarships are for full-time students in the last four semesters of coursework toward teacher certification. Students must be seeking certification in state-recognized critical shortage subject areas in Texas: STEM, bilingual education, special education.
Contact your academic advisor for application information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applying for Scholarships
Incoming first-year students are automatically considered for College of Education scholarships based on their ApplyTexas application. No separate scholarship application is needed.
Current students should apply through the College of Education Scholarship Application. An application link will be provided soon.
The scholarship system will be open for current undergraduate students from January – March.
Contact Jessica Amaral. Please make sure to include your UT EID in your message.
Yes! Even if you think you’re not likely to qualify for an award, it’s still a good idea to apply.
Scholarship recipients are notified via e-mail in early July for fall awards.
Types of Funding
Thank You Letters
All students at the University are required to write a thank you letter for the scholarship and fellowship awards they receive.
It’s a good practice to formally write a thank you letter. Your award was funded by a gift someone gave the College specifically to be used as a scholarship for students. This thank you letter is an opportunity for you to share the impact their gift has made.
Yes! Thank you letter guidelines will be sent in your notification e-mail.
After you receive notification of your scholarship award, you will be added to the COE Scholarship and Fellowship Recipients Canvas group. Please upload your thank you letter through Canvas.
Scholarship Award Disbursement
You can determine how you would like your scholarship disbursed. Options include:
- Direct deposit
- Check mailed to your address on file
- Pick-up check in person from the Office of Accounting
To set up direct deposit, where the funds are automatically deposited into your bank account, go to My Bank Info or the Finance section of your MyUT page to update your information.
Awards are disbursed on the thirteenth class day in the fall or spring semester. It may take longer to actually receive the money in your bank account. See the disbursement process for more information.
Check your CASH: Check Aid Status Here page for any outstanding requirements that may delay the disbursement process.
Several offices must approve your award before it reaches your bank account or a check is issued. This process can take a few days or a few weeks.
College of Education Processes Award: After you submit your thank you letter to the Development Office, your funds will be scheduled for release on the thirteenth class day of the fall or spring semester. Funds will leave the College of Education and move to the Office of Financial Aid for review.
Office of Financial Aid Reviews Award: Your award is then reviewed by the Office of Financial Aid (OFA). Your assigned financial aid counselor is notified that a scholarship has been posted to your record and then checks to see if your aid needs to be adjusted to include this scholarship. If your award has been accounted for, the OFA will let the funds proceed to the Office of Accounting for disbursement. If not, the OFA may adjust your financial aid.
Please contact the Office of Financial Aid if you have questions.
Office of Accounting Releases Funds: After your award is reviewed by the Office of Financial Aid, the Office of Accounting will check to see if you have any outstanding payments. If so, your scholarship will be applied toward this debt. The remaining funds will be directly deposited into your account or a check will be prepared to be mailed or picked up.
Check your What I Owe page for information about outstanding payments.
Financial aid may be adjusted due to your College of Education scholarship. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid for specific information regarding your financial aid package.
UT FAFSA Deadline:
March 15
College Scholarship Application:
January – March
Scholarship Coordinator
Jessica Amaral
Main Office
SZB 2.110
512-471-3223
