How to Apply

The application window for 2026 is now open. Please click on the link in the left sidebar to start your application.

 

The deadline for submissions will be May 22, 2026. All applicants will be notified of their status by mid-July.

 

Please have electronic versions of the following items available to submit with your application:

  • high school transcript (seven-semester is fine)

  • SAT/ACT score reports (if you took these tests)

  • letter of recommendation from your superintendant, principal, assistant principal, UIL coach, or counselor

  • copy of page 1 and 2 of your parent or guardian's most recent IRS 1040 form with all social security and bank account and routing numbers blacked out

  • copy of your financial aid notification from your chosen college or university (or your FAFSA Submission Summary that includes your Student Aid Index (SAI))

 

Contact Trudy Richards at trichards@tilfoundation.org or 512-382-0916 with any questions.