CORPS SCHOLARSHIPS
The Corps of Cadets is committed to offering a wide range of Corps scholarships — that carry no military obligation — to assist cadets financially. Currently, more than 97% of our eligible cadets have a Corps scholarship. To be considered for a Corps of Cadets scholarship, you must complete the university scholarship application through the ApplyTexas Application or Common Application. Students must also submit a Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) to be considered for freshman scholarships. More information about scholarships and how to apply can be found on the university's scholarship page.
For a better understanding of your total cost of attendance (COA), please visit our cost and tuition rates webpage.
AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS
Corps of Cadets scholarships for incoming cadets range in value from $1,000 per year to $19,000 per year. The selection committee reviews the whole student (academically and non-academically) and awards scholarships based on the merit of the scholarship application.
Grades are only one of many components considered in the review process. Additional factors for selection include, but are not limited to leadership, community service, special talents, first generation college status, and academic achievement under difficult circumstances. Some scholarships also have a financial need component.
HOW TO APPLY
Prospective Cadets
- Submit the Scholarship Application (ApplyTexas.org or Common Application) when you apply for initial admission or transfer to Texas A&M
- Establish contact with the Corps Recruiting Office or attend or be scheduled to attend one of the Corps Recruiting programs (Spend the Night with the Corps etc.)
- Complete FAFSA
Current Cadets
- Complete the Continuing Student Scholarship Application between October 15 and February 1 annually. This application is used throughout the university for scholarship awards.
- Complete an online application on the Corps internal website.
- Complete FAFSA
ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
- Corps scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit and/or financial need.
- Merit scholarships are determined the same way the Admissions Office determines which applicants are offered admission (i.e. academic achievement, high school class rank, extracurricular activities, leadership positions, etc.)
- Financial need scholarships are determined by your Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Scholarship offers will go out approximately every 3 weeks starting in early February, and continue through the summer. Students are notified via U. S. Mail from the university Student Financial Aid (SFA) office and/or email from the Corps Scholarship Office. The letter from SFA will include all financial aid from the university that is being offered, including Corps scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Remain a member in good standing in the Corps of Cadets.
- Enroll in a minimum of 12 hours per semester at Texas A&M (Blinn Team). This may be waived on a case-by-case basis by the Commandant.
- Have completed a minimum of 30 hours by the beginning of the sophomore year, and a minimum of 75 hours by the beginning of the senior year.
- Write a thank you letter to your scholarship donor(s) each semester, and submit a copy to the Corps Scholarship Office. (information provided at the start of each semester)
- Allow academic progress to be sent to the donor(s) of your scholarship each semester.
- Allow contact information such as phone number and email address to be sent to donor(s).
- Participate in Corps or donor sponsored social events in honor of the scholarship donors.
- Complete the Corps Scholarship Agreement at the beginning of your first semester in the Corps of Cadets.
Valued up to
$19,000 per year
The Corps of Cadets offers scholarships ranging in value from $1,000-$19,000 per year that carry no military obligation.
Need & Merit
Based
Corps scholarships are both need and merit based, with many reserved for students entering the Corps as freshman cadets.
Non-Resident
Tuition Waiver
A 2025 amendment to the Texas Education Code states, “a person enrolled at an institution of higher education is entitled to pay tuition and fees at the rate provided for Texas residents if the person is … enrolled in a corps of cadets, including a corps of cadets at a senior military college.”
Interested In Military Opportunities?
ROTC Scholarships & TASSP offer money to those interested in serving after college.
PATRIOT ROTC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Corps of Cadets is pleased to provide supplemental financial support for ROTC scholarship students in both College Station and Galveston. ROTC scholarship recipients are automatically eligible to be reviewed for the Patriot Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
- The Patriot ROTC Scholarship Program guarantees that required housing and food expenses are covered by Texas A&M University for qualified ROTC scholarship students through a combination of federal, state, university, and other reported aid (excluding loans).
- Each student is evaluated individually to determine their award eligibility.
- If aid meets or exceeds required housing and food expenses, a student will not receive the scholarship.
- Scholarships will be posted/reassessed by the 20th class day each long semester (fall/spring).
- Required housing and food expenses are defined as Corps housing and the Corps minimum required meal plan. For College Station students this is the “All Access 7” meal plan. Galveston students should refer to the Galveston dining plan details for their minimum required meal plan. The required housing and food amounts are determined annually.
- The scholarship is awarded annually. There is no application for this award.
Read more about the Patriot ROTC Scholarship Program here.
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Be and remain in good standing with Texas A&M University, the Corps of Cadets and the ROTC program.
- Meet the requirements to receive an ROTC scholarship.
- Have signed an ROTC scholarship contract.
- Are receiving ROTC tuition and fees benefits.
- Male students must file the require Selective Service Statement of Registration Status through their Financial Aid Portal.
An ROTC student will be excluded from receiving the Patriot ROTC Scholarship if:
- They are a fifth year ROTC student.
- They are suspended or on leave of absence from their ROTC program.
- They are dismissed or resign from the Corps of Cadets.
- They have tuition and fees paid by a source other than an ROTC scholarship.
- They choose to receive ROTC room and board benefits in lieu of ROTC tuition and fees benefits.
- They have aid that meets or exceeds required housing and food expenses.
CONTACT INFO
Office of the Commandant – Corps of Cadets Scholarships
Peter Siegel ‘96
Associate Director
Tiffany Dennis
Administrative Coordinator
Corps Scholarship Office
(979) 458-0469
[email protected]
Ash I LLC 2400 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-2400
MILITARY OPTIONS TO HELP PAY FOR SCHOOL
The United States Armed Forces are a great way to pay for your education. These options include ROTC scholarships offered through the individual branch ROTCs as well as the Hazlewood Exemption and the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program (TASSP).
Hazlewood Exemption
The Hazlewood Act is a State of Texas benefit that provides qualified Veterans, spouses, and dependent children with an education benefit of up to 150 hours of tuition exemption, including most fee charges, at public institutions of higher education in Texas. This does NOT include living expenses, books, or supply fees.
Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program (TASSP)
TASSP is a scholarship available to any Texas resident who is interested in pursuing either a commission in one of the Armed Services or will join the Texas Army National Guard, Texas Air National Guard, the Texas State Guard, U.S. Merchant Marine, or U.S. Coast Guard upon graduation. One of the requirements for this scholarship is to enroll in ROTC classes, which is also a requirement for those who join the Corps of Cadets.