Scholar Programs

More Than a Scholarship. A Community that Makes an Impact.

At Texas Woman's University, Scholar Programs are about more than financial support. They're about joining a community that challenges you to grow, inspires you to lead, and empowers you to make a lasting impact on campus and beyond.

Through leadership, mentorship, service and meaningful connections, you’ll grow alongside fellow scholars who are committed to making an impact on campus, in their professions and in their communities.

Why Scholar Programs?

Every Distinguished Scholar Program is unique, but every scholar shares an experience rooted in community, leadership, opportunities, and impact.

As part of Scholar Programs, you'll find a supportive community that celebrates your successes, challenges you to grow, and encourages you to pursue meaningful opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Whether you're developing your leadership skills, conducting research, serving your community, studying abroad, or preparing for your future career, Scholar Programs is designed to help you make the most of your time at TWU—and the impact you'll make beyond it.

Find your place among a network of scholars who will encourage, challenge, and support you throughout your college journey.

Continue developing your leadership through meaningful experiences, campus involvement, mentorship, and opportunities to serve others.

Take your education beyond the classroom through research, internships, study abroad, professional development, and experiences that prepare you for what's next.

Use your talents, knowledge, and leadership to make a meaningful difference on campus, in your profession, and in your community.

Explore our Distinguished Scholar Programs

Whether you're looking for a full cost of attendance scholarship, leadership-focused programming, or a community of scholars who share your passion for learning and service, there's a Distinguished Scholar Program designed to help you thrive.

Explore each program to learn about scholarship benefits, eligibility requirements and what makes each scholar community unique.

Scholar Programs

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Program	Who It's For	Scholar Experience	Award
Terry Foundation	High-achieving Texas students with demonstrated leadership and financial need who want to join a close-knit community of leaders committed to giving back.	Pioneers of Impact — Experience a nationally recognized scholar community focused on leadership, service, mentorship, and meaningful impact on campus and beyond.	Up to full cost of attendance per year for up to 4 years, plus study abroad opportunities.
Texas Leadership	Top 10% Texas high school graduates who are TEXAS Grant eligible and want to grow as leaders while preparing for successful careers.	Pioneers of Possibility — Join a statewide network of scholars focused on leadership development, career readiness, global experiences, and making an impact across Texas.	Up to full cost of attendance per year for up to 4 years, plus study abroad opportunities.
Legacy Leaders	Students with strong high school leadership experience who want to continue developing their leadership skills while making a difference at TWU.	Pioneers of Influence — Build your leadership through mentorship, professional development, campus involvement, and real-world leadership experiences.	$11,000 per year for up to 4 years
President’s Leadership Council (PLC)	Students with a strong commitment to service and leadership who want to continue serving their communities while growing as campus leaders.	Pioneers of Service — Strengthen your leadership through service, mentorship, civic engagement, and opportunities to create meaningful change.	$6,000 per year for up to 4 years

Other Programs

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Program	Who It's For	Scholar Experience	Award
Honors Scholar Programs	Academically talented and motivated students who want an enhanced academic experience through research, honors coursework, and interdisciplinary learning.	Pioneers of Discovery — Challenge yourself academically while engaging in undergraduate research, service, and a community of high-achieving scholars.	Stackable scholarship of $2,000–$2,500 per year. Most new students receive $9,000+ in recruitment awards.
Wellbeing Leadership Scholars	Students passionate about helping others thrive and interested in promoting wellbeing through leadershi	Pioneers of Thriving — Develop the leadership, resilience, and compassion needed to create healthier campuses, workplaces, and communities.	$7,500 per year for up to four years.

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Who It's For

Scholar Experience

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Honors Scholar Programs

Academically talented and motivated students who want an enhanced academic experience through research, honors coursework, and interdisciplinary learning.

Pioneers of Discovery — Challenge yourself academically while engaging in undergraduate research, service, and a community of high-achieving scholars.

Stackable scholarship of $2,000–$2,500 per year. Most new students receive $9,000+ in recruitment awards.

Wellbeing Leadership Scholars

Students passionate about helping others thrive and interested in promoting wellbeing through leadershi

Pioneers of Thriving — Develop the leadership, resilience, and compassion needed to create healthier campuses, workplaces, and communities.

$7,500 per year for up to four years.

Honors Scholar Programs and the Wellbeing Leadership Scholars Program are Distinguished Scholar Programs administered by partner departments at TWU. Links will redirect you to their respective program websites.

Page last updated 4:08 PM, August 14, 2026