Texas A&M University-Kingsville is proud to offer the Javelina Regents’ Scholarship.  This scholarship is part of Texas A&M System Board of Regents’ and Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s commitment to making college more affordable for first-generation, low-income college students.  This program is designed to assist first-generation resident undergraduate students in achieving their educational goals.  Beginning Fall 2024, first-time in college and undergraduate transfer recipients are eligible to receive up to two years of support provided they meet renewal requirements.

 

Application Process

No application necessary. Students must be admitted to the University and meet eligibility criteria. Funding is limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

Initial Eligibility

To be considered for the Javelina Regents’ Scholarship, you must:

• Be a first-generation college student
• Be admitted as an undergraduate first-time in college student
• Be a Texas resident
• Be admitted to a degree-seeking program and working on your first bachelor’s degree
• Have a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or TASFA (if not eligible to complete a FAFSA) on file
• Have a total household income of $40,000 or less as verified through the FAFSA or TASFA
• Enroll for at least 12 semester credit hours each semester

  

Continued Eligibility

The Javelina Regents’ Scholarship is a two-year scholarship. To receive the scholarship for a second year, you must:

• Enroll for at least 12 semester credit hours each semester
• Continue to demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA or TASFA
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements