Undergraduate Financial Aid Information
FAFSA
It's important to file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for any need-based scholarship or federal financial aid
Texas Tech University's FAFSA Code is: 003644
Loans & Loan Forgiveness Resources
- TTU Financial Aid
- Teacher Loan Forgiveness
- Public Servant Loan Forgiveness
- Teach for Texas Loan Repayment Assistance Program (TFTLRAP) is to recruit and retain certified classroom teachers in fields and communities that have a shortage of teachers in Texas.
- Combining multiple loan forgiveness programs
- Loans Made Easy Guide
Scholarships
College of Education Scholarships
A variety of scholarships are available through the College of Education including specific programs for TechTeach teacher candidates.
College of Education general scholarship contact info
Ciarra Galindo
Academic Advisor
ciarra.galindo@ttu.edu
Transfer Scholarships
Transfer Scholarships are offered to admitted students transferring from community colleges based on official transcripts submitted to the Office of Admissions and pay toward fall and spring terms.
Learn more about Transfer Scholarships on the TTU Scholarships website
Students participating in TechTeach Across Texas or that are transferring to TTU with more than 30 credit hours and a certain GPA automatically qualify for scholarships.
TechTeach Scholarship
The TechTeach scholarship is awarded to students based on their performance in the program. Students must perform well on their performance assessments, pass their certification exam, have a financial need based on submitting a FAFSA and have a competitive GPA.
Ciarra Galindo
Academic Advisor
ciarra.galindo@ttu.edu
STEP 2
Students that complete the AAT program at South Plains College are eligible to participate in the STEP 2 support program. The program provides stipends to cover teacher certification expenses as well as resources to ensure a successful transition to the university. Stipend amounts range from $250 - $1,000.
Contact:
Ciarra Galindo
Academic Advisor
ciarra.galindo@ttu.edu
Lubbock South Plains Retired Teachers Association Scholarship
Each year Lubbock South Plains Retired Teachers Association honors two aspiring educators with a scholarship of $500 each. The application deadline is April 5.
Contact Eric McKnight, LSPRTA Scholarship Chair, at 806-787-0876 for more information.
Download the Lubbock South Plains Retired Teachers Association Scholarship application
College of Education
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Address
Texas Tech University, College of Education, 3002 18th Street Lubbock, TX 79409 -
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Email
educ.webmaster@ttu.edu