The AHEAD in Texas Student Scholarship is now open for nominations. This annual scholarship honors students with disabilities enrolled in Texas colleges and universities who demonstrate a commitment to using their education in service to others.
This initiative is more than just financial aid—it’s a celebration of resilience, leadership, and the drive to make a meaningful impact. Past recipients have included aspiring teachers, nurses, mental health professionals, and nonprofit leaders—all working to create positive change in their communities.
Your support makes this possible.
Each year, proceeds from our TXAHEAD Conference Silent Auction directly fund these scholarships. You can also support this scholarship with a direct donation to the scholarship fund.
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We also invite you to nominate a student from your institution who exemplifies the spirit of service and perseverance.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible, nominees must:
- Be currently enrolled at a Texas college or university and must also be enrolled for the upcoming Fall semester at the time the scholarship is awarded;
- Be registered with their institution’s disability services office;
- Be enrolled in at least six (6) credit hours as an undergraduate or graduate student during the 2025–2026 academic year;
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale);
- Intend to pursue a service-oriented career (e.g., education, healthcare, nonprofit work, public service);
- Be nominated by a current AHEAD in Texas member (each member may nominate one undergraduate and one graduate student).
Criteria for Award
Award decisions are based on the following selection criteria:
- Leadership and services
- Academic achievement
- Well-articulated goals
Requirements
All of the following must be submitted for consideration:
- Completed application
- Transcripts of all college/university coursework (unofficial copies will be accepted)
- Nomination from a current AHEAD in Texas member
Let’s work together to recognize and support the students who inspire us every day.
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Deadline to submit nominations: Friday, May 9, 2025