Application PeriodJanuary 1st – April 1Learn MoreProcessing PeriodApril 1st – April 14thLearn MoreReview PeriodApril 15th – June 30thLearn MoreSelection & Awarding PeriodJuly 1st – July 31stLearn MoreFall & Spring Disbursement12th Day of ClassLearn More
Recipient Update Request
This form is only to be used by candidates of the 2023/2024 Stars Scholarship who have received a scholarship offer. Stars Scholarship Fund requires this form to be submitted in order for any changes to be made to your file. It is our policy to not make any changes to your file without your written…
Submission Instructions
Stars Scholarship Fund P.O. Box 3068 McAllen, Texas 78502-3068 Log in to your Stars Account helpdesk@starsscholarship.org Stars Scholarship Fund c/o Laura Escamilla transcripts@starsscholarship.org
Application Update Request
Once you have submitted your application, Stars Scholarship Fund requires this form to be submitted in order for any changes to be made to your file. It is our policy to not make any changes to your file without your written consent and authorized signature. ONLY FILL OUT THIS FORM TO MAKE CHANGES TO ESSENTIAL…
Required Documents
All applicants are required to provideCompleted ApplicationLearn MoreCertification & Release FormLearn MoreOfficial College TranscriptLearn MoreFAFSA Submission SummaryLearn MorePersonal StatementLearn MoreSupplemental documents required by someLetter from AdvisorLearn MorePermanent Resident CardLearn MoreCollege Board AP Score ReportLearn MoreApply Now Please do not send any documents that are not required. Make sure you send all required documents to us…
Personal Statement
A personal statement is a written essay. Stars uses this personal statement to learn more about our applicants. Applicants should tell us about themselves, their financial need, and their accomplishments. Personal statements must be typed, a minimum of 1 page, 12pt font, and double spaced (approx. 300-400 words or 2000+ characters). Stars does not accept personal…
FAFSA Submission Summary
The FAFSA Submission Summary is a paper or electronic document from the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid that lists answers to the questions on the student’s FAFSA form and gives basic estimates about the student’s eligibility for federal student aid. It is not a financial aid offer. All applicants are required…
Official College Transcript
An official transcript is the University’s certified statement of your academic record. The official paper transcript is printed on security sensitive paper and contains the University seal and signature of the University Registrar. For the purposes of this scholarship, all applicants are deemed eligible based on college/university transcripts, using “Institution” GPA. In order to successfully…
Certification and Release Form
The Certification and Release Form list terms of the scholarship application and process, as well as permission for Stars to retrieve their educational information for the purposes of the scholarship. We require that every applicant sign the form indicating that they understand and agree to all the terms outlined. Applicants filling out an online application…
Application
Our application is easy and simple, with five sections including: Applicant Information Applicant History Institution Information Academic Information Certification and Release Form We highly recommend you fill out our online application. Applying online will allow us to be more efficient in noting documents as they are sent in and make it easier for you to…