First-Year Viewbook 2022-23
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AT TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY, we believe in a quality education that is affordable and accessible. This<br />
is why we offer $13 million in scholarships annually, including many just for first-year students. Most students are able<br />
to maintain their scholarships for up to four years.<br />
Many financial aid options are available, including grants, loans and part-time campus jobs. Find out more at<br />
twu.edu/finaid and follow the steps to apply.<br />
TWU was ranked No. 45 in the nation out of 1,275 universities and No. 2 in Texas by The Economist Magazine for<br />
maximizing students’ earning potential, surpassing prestigious private colleges such as Carnegie Mellon, Notre Dame<br />
and Cornell.<br />
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID<br />
HOW TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS<br />
1. Apply to TWU at ApplyTexas.org<br />
2. Check your Pioneer Portal to be sure your application is<br />
complete and you are accepted<br />
3. Complete the FAFSA for Financial Aid; the FAFSA matches<br />
you with loans and need-based grants<br />
4. Complete Scholarship Applications<br />
a. Apply and search for scholarships at<br />
twu.academicworks.com<br />
b. Submit the General Application and automatically<br />
match to “New Student Scholarships” you qualify for<br />
c. Some scholarship deadlines may vary<br />
Scholarship award amounts can range from $11,000 to $500<br />
per year. Some may also cover room and board.<br />
For the most current information, full details<br />
and links to our complete list of scholarship<br />
opportunities, visit twu.edu/scholarships<br />
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES<br />
March 1, <strong>2022</strong><br />
December 14, <strong>2022</strong><br />
TO APPLY<br />
Fall <strong>2022</strong> Semester<br />
Spring 20<strong>23</strong> Semester<br />
twu.edu/scholarships<br />
TWU scholarship system opens July 1, 2021 for Fall <strong>2022</strong>.<br />
FINANCIAL AID PRIORITY DEADLINES<br />
January 15, <strong>2022</strong><br />
September 1, <strong>2022</strong><br />
TO APPLY<br />
Summer & Fall <strong>2022</strong> Semesters<br />
Spring 20<strong>23</strong> Semester<br />
twu.edu/finaid<br />
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)<br />
for Fall <strong>2022</strong> will open October 1, 2021. Tax information<br />
from previous two years will be used.<br />
FAFSA-TWU code 003646 fafsa.ed.gov<br />
Moody’s rates TWU Aa3 for financial stability.<br />
ANNUAL COST OF A<br />
TWU EDUCATION<br />
$1,050<br />
BOOKS & SUPPLIES<br />
$3,933<br />
TRANSPORTATION<br />
& OTHER EXPENSES<br />
$8,325<br />
ON CAMPUS<br />
ROOM & BOARD<br />
$9,960<br />
15 CREDIT HOURS<br />
FOR FALL & SPRING<br />
in-state tuition & fees*<br />
$<strong>23</strong>,268 TOTAL ANNUAL COST<br />
Texas college/university average: $34,793<br />
Source: www.collegeforalltexans.com<br />
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board<br />
*Add $12,270 for out-of-state tuition<br />
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