Clear Pathways. Bright Futures.
As a Tarrant To & Through partner, we are here to help Tarrant county students thrive in their educational pursuits.
Tarrant To & Through
What is a T3 Scholar?
A T3 Scholar is a student who has met all eligibility requirements and is enrolled at Tarleton State University the Fall immediately following high school.
Scholar Benefits:
- T3 First Dollar & Last Dollar Scholarships, if eligible.
- Persistence Coaching
- Sponsored Events
Eligibility Requirements
- Take the T3 Pledge
- Deadline: December 1
- Apply to Tarleton State
- Deadline: TBA
- Submit your FAFSA or TASFA application
- Deadline: TBA
- Complete financial aid verification, if selected.
- Deadline: TBA
- Graduate from a Participating High School
- Register for Fall classes at Tarleton State
- Deadline: July 31
Meet Your Persistence Coach
Schavion Graham
Assistant Director of Pathways and Persistence
T3 Scholar Resources
| RESOURCE | LINK |
|---|---|
| Counseling | Visit Site |
| Fort Worth Texan Hub | Visit Site |
| Tutoring Center | Visit Site |
| Student Resource Hub | Visit Site |
Freshman Guaranteed Scholarship Levels
| SAT or ACT | Top 10% | Top 25% (not top 10%) | Top 50% (not top 25%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1300+ or 28+ | $5,000 | $2,500 | $1,000 |
| 1100+ or 22+ | $4,000 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
| Submitted Scores | $3,000 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
| No Scores Submitted | $3,000 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
Transfer Guaranteed Scholarship Levels
| GPA | 2.0-2.99 | 3.0-3.39 | 3.4-3.74 | 3.75-4.0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12+ Credit Hours | $1,000 | $1,500 | $2,000 | $2,500 |
| 9-11 Credit Hours | $750 | $1,125 | $1,500 | $1,875 |
| 6-8 Credit Hours | $500 | $750 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tarrant & To Through Partnership?
The Tarrant To & Through (T3) Partnership is an organization that launched in Fall 2020. We are dedicated to improving student outcomes in 3 primary areas: 1) Graduating more students from high school who are College, Career, and Military Ready (CCMR); 2) Helping more students enroll in a postsecondary pathway with confidence; 3) Empowering more students to persist and earn a degree or credential and enter the workforce prepared for a successful career.
Can I take time off after high school and enroll at Tarleton State University after my first fall semester after high school graduation and still be eligible as a T3 Scholar?
To remain eligible for the T3 Partnership (specifically T3 scholarships and program support in college), you must enroll and attend a Tarleton State University campus the fall semester immediately following high school graduation. If you take a gap semester or year, you will no longer be eligible to participate in the T3 Program.
What benefits and support do T3 Scholars receive?
All T3 Scholars attending Tarleton State University receive persistence coaching and resources to ensure they stay on track, T3 scholarship funding for eligible students, and transfer student support if transferring from Tarrant County College.
Do T3 scholarships make college completely free?
No. Even with T3 scholarships (last dollar and/or first dollar), students will incur other expenses such as fees, books, housing, etc., unless otherwise communicated.
What is a T3 “last dollar” scholarship?
Eligible students will receive a “last dollar” tuition-only scholarship to Tarleton State University for up to 8 semesters or the completion of a certificate or degree. This scholarship will cover any remaining tuition costs after all Pell grants and/or other federal, state, or institutional aid have been applied. In other words, the last dollar scholarship covers the gap — any remaining funds needed to cover the student’s tuition. Housing, books, and other fees are not included.
There are specific deadlines and income requirements for T3 last dollar scholarships.
What is a T3 “first dollar” scholarship?
Eligible students will receive a “first dollar” scholarship to all Tarleton State University for up to 8 semesters or the completion of a certificate or degree. Students will receive a direst disbursement of $500 per year ($250 at the start of Fall & Spring) to be used for any academic or emergency related expenses. This scholarship is applied before any other financial aid is applied (deposited in your personal bank account unless otherwise communicated) and does not change even if the student receives other state, federal, or institutional aid.
There are specific eligibility and income requirements for T3 first dollar scholarships.
Can students be eligible to receive both the T3 “first dollar” AND the T3 “last dollar” scholarships?
Yes! Scholars who successfully meet all necessary eligibility requirements for both the T3 “first dollar” and the T3 “last dollar” scholarship can be awarded both funds.
If I am not eligible to receive T3 scholarship dollars, am I still considered a T3 Scholar?
Yes, absolutely! There are other program benefits you can take advantage of without being the recipient of a first and/or last dollar scholarship.
T3 Connect
Join or visit T3 Connect TODAY! T3 Connect is a virtual platform to network, stay connected, informed, and engage with T3 staff, T3 ambassadors, representatives at your college, and fellow T3 Scholars.
