Office of Degree Completion
The Office of Degree Completion contributes to the University's mission of expanding educational attainment across East Texas and beyond through increased accessibility, strategic partnerships, and innovative student support services.
GTF Scholars Grant (Fall 2018 – Fall 2022)
Forty Early College High School Graduates will be selected each Fall semester to be a part of the GTF Scholars program. Acceptance into this program provides scholars with opportunities and resources to facilitate personal growth, receive individualized academic and mentoring support, and cultivate community and campus connections while earning their 4-year degree at UT Tyler.
Students chosen for the GTF Scholars program will receive a scholarship from the Greater Texas Foundation and will become members of the GTFS Leadership Academy. The purpose of the Greater Texas Foundation Scholars Leadership Academy at the University of Texas at Tyler is to engage and empower members of the GTFS Program to become Leaders and agents of change in a diverse and ever-changing society. Membership in this group includes participation in a first-semester Student Success Seminar, faculty/staff mentorship, and peer mentorship.
Applicants to the GTF Scholars Program must meet specific criteria, which includes:
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Be a graduate of a Texas Early College High School
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Have a minimum of 50 college credit hours
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Be a Texas resident
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Have been admitted as a freshmen to UT Tyler for the respective Fall semester
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Intend on earning a baccalaureate degree from UT Tyler
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Apply for the FAFSA by the Priority Deadline (March 15th)
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Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 for college hours completed
Students can apply via this link: GTF Scholars application
The scholarship deadline is March 29th.