Students who complete the Recommended High School Program or Distinguished Achievement Program in an accredited Texas high school and meet certain eligibility requirements are automatically considered for this state-sponsored program.

Eligibility Requirements:

• End of the first year:
  • Must meet Satisfactory Academic Pogress (SAP)
  • Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours per semester of award
• End of the second year or later years:
  • Must complete at least 75% of the hours attempted in the prior academic year
  • Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.5
  • Complete at least 24 semester credit hours per academic year
  • Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours per semester of award