Scholar Programs

The Scholar Programs Office proudly supports students admitted to Texas Woman’s University through the McDavid Scholars, Terry Scholars, Texas Leadership Scholars, President’s Leadership Council, and Legacy Leaders programs. These prestigious programs bring together high-achieving students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, and academic excellence in their schools and communities.

As members of Scholar Programs, students gain:

A supportive community of peers who share a commitment to success and leadership.
Personalized guidance and mentoring to thrive academically and personally.
Opportunities to engage in service, leadership development, and campus involvement.

Scholar Achievements

Scholars consistently distinguish themselves as leaders on campus and beyond. Notable accomplishments include:

Serving as Texas Woman’s University Student Regents
Leading as Student Government Association Presidents and Officers
Founding and leading student organizations across campus
Guiding peers as Orientation Leaders, Peer Advisors, and Resident Assistants
Maintaining an average cumulative GPA above 3.5

Who Are Our Scholars?

Students selected for the McDavid, Terry, Texas Leadership Scholars, President’s Leadership Council, and Legacy Leaders programs arrive at TWU having already demonstrated outstanding leadership, service, and academic achievement. Through Scholar Programs, they continue to build on that foundation, growing as leaders while making a meaningful impact on campus and in the broader community.

Opportunities

Texas Woman’s University offers several multi-year scholarship programs designed for incoming first-year students. These programs go far beyond financial support — they provide a comprehensive experience that integrates academic success, leadership growth, and career development.

As a Scholar, you’ll not only receive renewable financial assistance but also gain access to a supportive community, mentorship opportunities, and intentional programming that will empower you to thrive throughout your college journey and beyond.

To be considered for one of the programs listed below, you must apply as an incoming first-year student. If you meet eligibility requirements, you may also be invited to participate in TWU's annual scholarship invitational.

Apply for our distinguished scholar programs before Jan. 15, 2026!

Scholar Programs

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Program	Target	Pillars of Program	Amount
Terry Foundation	Every Terry Scholar should have some element of financial need, a solid academic record and demonstrated leadership.	Top 25%, demonstrated leadership, financial need	Cost of attendance per year for 4 years plus study abroad opportunities
Texas Leadership	Top 10% of Texas students with demonstrated leadership roles who are TEXAS Grant eligible.	Top 10% high school graduates, TEXAS Grant eligible, commitment to career readiness and leadership development	Up to cost of attendance per year for 4 years plus study abroad opportunities
McDavid	Denton High graduates in the top 33% who have financial need and an interest in women's leadership.	Denton High graduate, commitment to women's leadership and community involvement	Up to $5,000 per year for 4 years
Legacy Leaders	High school leadership experience with a goal to seek an executive role in the public/private sector.	Strong high school leadership skills, commitment to leadership development and career/skill development	$11,000 per year for 4 years
President’s Leadership Council (PLC)	Students who have strong high school community service experience and commitment to leadership development.	Committed to leadership development and community service	$5,000 per year for 4 years

Other Programs

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Program	Target	Pillars of Program	Amount
Honors	Academically driven students with experience in service, leadership and cultural engagement. Learn more about Honors	Out-of-state and international students are eligible; emphasis on service and cultural engagement	$2500 per year + study abroad opportunities

Program

Target

Pillars of Program

Amount

Honors

Academically driven students with experience in service, leadership and cultural engagement.

Learn more about Honors

Out-of-state and international students are eligible; emphasis on service and cultural engagement

$2500 per year + study abroad opportunities

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