The Aggie Excellence Scholarship provides an opportunity to support freshmen and transfer students in marine and maritime-related undergraduate programs on the Galveston Campus. Funding for this program is available thanks to the generosity of the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents.
Students interested in following majors will be considered for this scholarship:
- University Studies
- Oceans and One Health
- Marine Engineering Technology
- Marine Sciences and Humanities
Duration
Freshman scholarships are 4 year awards and transfer scholarship are 2-3 years. Students must meet eligibility requirements each year to continue receiving this scholarship in future years.
Application
Apply using the ApplyTexas Application. Prospective students must complete the admission and scholarship portions to be considered.
Freshmen:
$2,000 per year 4 years
Awarding Criteria:
- 1st generation or exceptional academically achievement
- Top half of high school class
- FAFSA required
- Financial need as determined by financial aid application
Transfer:
$4,000 per year for 2-3 years
Awarding Criteria:
- Minimum 2.5 GPA with at least 30 earned hours (including dual credit)
- Transfer from a Texas public community college
- FAFSA required
- Financial need