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International Student Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to changing the lives of our students through education, mentoring and leadership training. The Mission of ISF is to transform orphaned or former foster care students into tomorrow's leaders by providing assistance so that they may pursue their dreams of higher education. Scholarship recipients receive financial assistance to help attend college. They are also partnered with a personal mentor to work with them through their journey. They also receive the benefits of leadership training through ISF programs.

The National Foster Parent Association will provide annual competitive scholarships of $500 each based on availability of funds.

Scholarships will be awarded for each of the following categories:

Foster Care Youth
Kinship Care Youth
Adoptive Foster Youth
Resource Family Biological Youth
Continuing Education

The applicant's parent, or another supportive adult, must be a member of the NFPA. Scholarships are awarded to high school-level students who are graduating or getting their GED.

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Driver Education Funding Program

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) helps young people who were in foster care transition to adulthood. They also work with local groups that help homeless people and people who have experienced dating or domestic violence. These groups may not have a way to get around (by car or bus), which makes it hard for people to find jobs, so the government has decided to create a program to help.

The Driver's Education Funding program will pay for driver's education classes for people who qualify, helping them learn how to drive and get a driver's license. The program will cover all the costs for training and related fees. It's a way to help more people find jobs!

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Masonic Children & Family Services of Texas (MCFS) has a long and proud tradition of supporting education and empowering Texas families. For over a century, we've recognized that education is a key ingredient to building brighter futures, strong communities, and a more prosperous state.

We understand that the rising costs of higher education can place a significant strain on Texas families and deter talented students from pursuing their dreams. That's why we offer a range of scholarship opportunities designed to help motivated high school seniors achieve their academic goals, regardless of their financial circumstances.

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The FORWARD Program serves students from foster care or who experience housing insecurity. We serve as liaisons and advocate alongside you as you pursue your degree.

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TSU in San Marcos has established an annual $1,000 scholarship for former foster youth. The award is $1,000 per year ($500 per semester) and was established to help pay living expenses for students who were in foster care on or before their 18th birthdays. Recipients must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and preference is given to full-time students. In addition, TSU has FACES which provides additional resources and information for Foster Care Alumni who are interested in attending TSU or who are enrolled at TSU. Interested students can contact the TSU Office of Financial Aid and ScholarshipsExternal Link for more information.

Fostering the Future: Support for students who are currently or formerly in foster care.

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Fostering the Future is dedicated to supporting current and prospective Red Raiders with lived experience in foster care or adoption. Our program provides personalized resources, guidance, and a supportive community to help you achieve academic and personal success. Through one-on-one meetings, campus and community connections, and events designed to bring students together, we offer opportunities to connect with others who share similar experiences. We're here to ensure you have the tools and support to succeed at Texas Tech and beyond!

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Buff Connections includes a network of individuals on campus who are committed and available to provide students with a personal and trustworthy contact. Our mission is to empower former foster youth, orphans, and wards of the court or homeless students to utilize available support systems and resources resulting in a successful college experience. If you need assistance, we are here to help!

Do you know your Strengths?

West Texas A&M University is becoming a strengths-based campus. We are focusing on building each student's individual talents into strengths...and becoming BUFFSTRONG. Visit our StrengthsQuest webpage for details.

Frontiers Program: Foster Care Alumni

The Frontiers Program is designed to help improve college graduation rates of students who have experienced foster care. Nationally, between 1-9% of students who have been in foster care will graduate from higher education. TWU is working to drastically improve that statistic. Currently, the Frontiers Program has a higher graduation rate than the national average. All students need support and guidance while attending college. The Frontiers Program provides that support and assistance to guide foster alumni along the path to their degree.

The Frontiers Program is for students who are attending or who would like to attend Texas Woman's University.

TWU's new FAST Academy is a short-term, summer residential bridge program that is specifically designed to help foster-care alumni succeed and thrive! Through hands-on activities and experiential learning, TWU faculty provide specialized instruction in math and English that will help ensure you are prepared for the rigors of the college classroom.

Coursework is designed to catalyze creative and analytical thinking while providing space for first-time college students to learn how to successfully navigate college.

FAST Forward is a new, fully online, asynchronous college readiness program offered by Texas Woman's University -- designed especially for young people across Texas who have lived experience in the foster care system.

Through FAST Forward and EdReady, you can take the next step on your college journey -- on your own schedule, from wherever you are. This four-week program helps you build confidence, prepare for college, and connect with a supportive community that understands your story and your goals.

Learn more about the Frontiers Program Learn about FAST Academy Learn about FAST Forward

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You can also go to the "College Partnerships" page on the DFPS website. It lists people to contact at some college/universities that may not have a full program. Click here or search the DFPS website.