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State financial aid priority deadline extended to April 15
Feb. 29, 2024, Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has extended the state financial aid application priority deadline to April 15 due to continued technical challenges related to completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In July 2023, the Board amended the rules regarding the financial aid priority deadline,…
THECB awards $12 million through TRUE Grant Program
Jan. 29, 2024, Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has awarded $12 million in grant funding to Texas higher education institutions through the Texas Reskilling and Upskilling through Education (TRUE) Grant Program. “The unique programs made possible by TRUE grants help institutions respond quickly to developing workforce needs across the state,” said…
Texas Leadership Scholars program offers full-ride scholarship
Jan. 25, 2024, Austin, Texas – The Texas Leadership Scholars program is seeking applicants for its Fall 2024 cohort. The application deadline for Texas seniors who are graduating this year is Feb. 15. Students selected for the program will have tuition and fees fully covered for all four years of their experience provided they attend a participating…
Texas’ 2023 Strides in Higher Education
Jan. 16, 2024, Austin, TX – During his annual The State of Higher Education address, Commissioner Harrison Keller highlighted legislation from the 88th Texas Legislature, including community college finance reform and the establishment of the Texas University Fund, and how those efforts carry us closer to meeting the goals of the state’s strategic plan for higher…
THECB Chair Fred Farias honored by University of North Texas
December 13, 2023, AUSTIN, Texas – Dr. Fred Farias, chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (Coordinating Board), was the recipient of the first-ever Visionary Leader in Higher Education Award, presented by the University of North Texas (UNT). “It is an incredible honor to receive this award from the University of North Texas,” said…
Institutions Across Texas Recognized by THECB for Building a Talent Strong Texas
Dec. 12, 2023, Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has announced five recipients of its 2023 Star Awards. Institutions were recognized for exceptional contributions toward meeting one or more of the goals outlined in the state’s strategic plan for higher education, Building a Talent Strong Texas. “The Star Awards continue to…