Private Scholarships
The scholarships listed in this section are awarded by entities outside
of and distinct from The University of Texas at Austin. Each of these
scholarships has its own requirements, deadlines, and application procedures.
For more information about a particular scholarship, please contact that
program directly.
Disclaimer
Students in search of scholarships to pay for college may find some of
the links here useful. This information is provided for informational
purposes only. Inclusion does not constitute endorsement. Neither the
Office of Student Financial Services nor The University of Texas at
Austin can guarantee the accuracy or the timeliness of information found
at any of the links above. It is critical that students verify information,
particularly where deadlines are concerned.
Related Links
Private Scholarships Search Engines
Scholarship Fraud Prevention Act of 2000
U.S. Department of Education's Office of the Inspector General: Scholarship Scams
Federal Trade Commission: Scholarship Scams
Related Information
Don't fall for scholarship scams! According to the Federal Trade Commission
(FTC), many unscrupulous companies make guarantees or unrealistic promises
in exchange for advance fees, weekly or monthly fees, or personal information,
such as checking account numbers or credit card numbers. Don't fall for it!
Remember: While there are legitimate companies or services that require a
sign up fee, no legitimate company can guarantee or promise a scholarship!
The Scholarship Fraud
Prevention Act of 2000 created a fraud-awareness partnership between the
U.S. Department of Education and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). For
information about scholarship scams or to report a scam, call the FTC toll free
1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357) or go to the Scholarship Scams web site.