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Osher Reentry Scholarship - UNDERGRAD

Scholarship Information and Guidelines

In January 2011, The Bernard Osher Foundation provided grant funds to assist non-traditional, reentry student(s) with tuition expenses. 

To Qualify: 

Applicant must:

  • be an undergraduate student (full or part-time) enrolled at Texas State University-San Marcos or at the Round Rock Higher Education Center, and be pursuing their first baccalaureate degree.
  • have experienced a cumulative gap in education of five or more years.
  • anticipate workforce participation for a significant period of time subsequent to graduation.
  • provide a letter of reference from employer or a member of the community to show academic promise and commitment to obtaining their degree. Reference letters from family members will not be accepted.
  • submit a copy of their FAFSA application or a copy of their latest tax return to demonstrate financial need.
  • provide a brief summary explaining the gap in their education and how their degree will assist their post-graduation plans.

To Apply: 

Submit an application on the Bobcat Online Scholarship System (BOSS). Deadline to apply for the 2024-25 academic year is 6/30/2024.

Scholarship may be renewed. Student must re-apply and meet the criteria.

If you have any questions about this scholarship, please contact University Advancement at vpua@txstate.edu.