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The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board provides a Net Price Calculator webpage to allow the general public the ability to access an estimated net price information for the institution they attend or plan to attend based on the user's individual circumstances. Please note that not all institutions in Texas will have an NPC available on this website. If you are unable to find the institution, please visit their website to inquire directly.

The calculator for each institution listed through this website is intended to provide estimated net price information (defined as estimated cost of attendance minus estimated grant and scholarship aid) to current and prospective students and their families based on what similar students paid in a previous year. The calculation of the estimated net cost of attendance is for a first-time entering full-time student on this website.

In order to determine eligibility and receive an actual award that includes Federal and state grants, loans, work-study or other types of financial aid assistance, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information on applying for Federal student aid, go to https://studentaid.gov/. For individuals that are ineligible to complete the FAFSA, an alternative form called the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) is available. Please check with the institution you attend or plan to attend to determine if this form is appropriate.

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Citizenship and residency

U.S. citizens and some non-citizens can join the military. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must:

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You cannot join the military to enter the U.S. or to get a visa.

Age limits

Each branch of the military has age limits to enlist in active duty:

Air Force: 17 - 39

Army: 17 - 35

Coast Guard: 17 - 31

Marine Corps: 17 - 28

Navy: 17 - 39

Space Force: 17 - 39

The age limits are different if you join as an officer or join the Guard or Reserve.

Education and testing requirements

ASVAB testing

Everyone who wants to enlist in the military must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). Each branch sets its own minimum score to join. Your score will help decide which jobs you can do after you enlist.

Use ASVAB online resources to:

Find out where to take the test

Get tips for taking the test

See sample questions from the 10 sections

Understand ASVAB scores

Contact a recruiter, who can help you set up a time to take the ASVAB and tell you about the scores you will need.

Education requirements

You must have a high school or general equivalency diploma (GED) to enlist in the military. There are fewer spots for GED holders to enter the military. If you have a GED, you will have a better chance of joining if you have:

Earned college credits

Scored higher on the ASVAB

You must have a degree from a four-year college to join as an officer.

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Can Spouses and Kids Use the Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefit?

One of the most valuable benefits earned by serving in the military is the Post-9/11 GI Bill. However, not every service member chooses to go back to school after leaving the military, so transferring all or part of their Post-9/11 GI Bill to their spouse or kids is a great option.
Service members who qualify for the GI Bill can receive up to 36 months' worth of financial support to attend college, graduate school, or vocational and technical training, as well as stipends to pay for housing and books.

Here's what you should know about transferring Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits to family members:

Who is Eligible?

To transfer their GI Bill benefit, the service member must be on active duty or Selected Reserve service with at least six years of service. Spouses can begin using transferred benefits immediately. Children can use transferred benefits after the service member has completed 10 years of service. In addition, the child must be between 18 and 26 years old and have earned their high school diploma to use the benefit.

Can the Benefit be Shared?

Yes! Service members who are interested in transferring their Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits should consider transferring at least one month to each dependent family member. Benefits can be reallocated among dependents at any time. The service member also always has the option to reclaim any unused portion of the benefit.

Is There a Catch?

Service members who transfer their Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits incur a four year service requirement. If you are interested in transferring the benefit, it's important to do so as soon as possible to ensure you can meet the additional service requirements.

We are a Surviving Family; Can We Use the GI Bill?

Yes! The Fry Scholarship was created to support surviving spouses and children of fallen service members.

How Do We Get Started?

Active duty service members can request a Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) through milConnect. Keep in mind: every Service branch has its own procedures for processing TEB requests. Be sure to check your status to ensure your TEB was processed correctly.

Other Resources to Help:

Post-9/11 GI Bill Fact sheet on Transferability
Military One Source and GI Bill Benefits/Transfer or call 800-342-9647
Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill or call the GI Bill Hotline 888-442-4551

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Scholarships for college students will often require you to submit an essay, report card, or other proof of enrollment at a college. Some scholarships must be sent directly to your institution and will be used to cover tuition costs. Others are dispersed to you for your discretionary use and covering expenses. Most scholarships are not eligible to be taxed, but there are some exceptions. Make sure to speak with the scholarship provider and fill out the appropriate forms come tax time.

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College can be expensive. That's why scholarships for women are so valuable. First, they help lower the cost of going to school, which is worthwhile in itself. Second, they are only open to female students, making them potentially less competitive.

If you have a girl getting ready to head to college, here is the ultimate list of scholarships for women and girls.

General Scholarships for Women

If your student isn't sure what degree they will pursue or simply wants to apply for awards that don't require a specific major, general scholarships for women are an excellent choice. The resources below aren't restricted to specific fields, making them more flexible than some other options, like scholarships for women in STEM.
Here is a list of general scholarships for girls:
Scholarships for Women in Business, Finance, or Accounting

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Teaching and education are excellent fields of study. However, many educators don't earn high salaries initially, so keeping the cost of college low and avoiding student loans is essential.
Here is a list of scholarships for women interested in education and teaching: Some of the grants and scholarships for women above may require students to commit to teaching in specific fields, in low-income areas, or at a particular grade level. However, many won't find these points burdensome if teaching is truly their calling.
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Scholarships for Women in Nursing, Medicine, and Health

Whether your student has their heart set on being a doctor or nurse or is interested in a field like public health, these scholarships can make college more affordable.
Here is a list of scholarships for women in nursing, medicine, health, and similar fields:
Scholarships for Minority Women

Some scholarships for girls don't just restrict the gender of applicants. Instead, they also aim to help minorities by making a college education more affordable.

Scholarships for Women from Any Minority Group

While certain scholarships for women do require the applicant to be part of a minority group, not all of them list a specific one.
If your student is female and a minority, here are a few scholarships to check out:
Scholarships for Black Women

Scholarships for African Americans are fairly plentiful, and some go a step further and limit the applicants to women.
If you are looking for scholarships for black women, take a look at these:
Scholarships for Asian Women

Asian women can also access scholarships that are either just for them or that highly favor female applicants with Asian backgrounds.
Here are a couple of scholarships for Asian women:
Scholarships for Hispanic / Latina Women

General scholarships for Latino students are widely available, but some also require applicants to be women.
Here is a list of scholarships for Hispanic women:
Scholarships for Native American Women

Scholarships solely for Native American women are incredibly rare. However, there are opportunities to be had.
Here are a couple of resources and scholarships Native American women should explore:
Ultimately, all of the scholarships above can make college more affordable for women and girls of all ages.
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Student Data

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Research Study of Texas Dual Credit Programs and Courses

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How to Practice for AP Exams – AP Students | College Board

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The best way to get ready for an AP Exam is to participate in your AP class and use AP Classroom resources.

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We deliver high-quality distance education to students and teachers. Our dual enrollment courses, flexible to in-person, hybrid and distance learning modalities, have prepared more than 105,000 students in Texas for the challenges and rigor of college.

We offer robust professional development to teachers and faculty to help advance their content knowledge and expertise and boost student engagement, persistence, and completion.

We partner with school districts and higher education institutions-whether through offering OnRamps courses or seeking unique, customizable supports-to help students and teachers excel in the classroom and beyond.

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We deliver high-quality distance education to students and teachers. Our dual enrollment courses, flexible to in-person, hybrid and distance learning modalities, have prepared more than 105,000 students in Texas for the challenges and rigor of college. We offer robust professional development to teachers and faculty to help advance their content knowledge and expertise and boost student engagement, persistence, and completion.

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Dual Enrollment vs. AP Classes: Here’s How to Decide

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Compare AP classes and dual enrollment to see which helps you earn college credit, boost your GPA, and stand out on applications. Click now!

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The Division of College, Career, and Military Preparation has engaged members of the workforce, secondary education, and higher education to advise on the development of programs of study, including coherent sequences of courses, industry-based certifications, and work-based learning to ensure students are prepared for in-demand, high-skill, and high-wage careers in Texas.

The programs of study go into effect for the 2020-2021 school year and will allow Texas to meet the federal program approval requirements within the Strengthening CTE for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V). Programs of study documents can be viewed by following the links below:
Approved Statewide CTE Programs of Study Approved Regional Programs of Study LWDA Labor Market Information and Resources CTE Programs of Study Alignment to Endorsements All CTE Courses Weighted Tiers Excel All CTE Courses Weighted Tiers Accessible PDF
CTE Programs of Study Mapping Application

In 2021, TEA's Career and Technical Education (CTE) team began developing a platform to map out programs of study across the state. The 2021 release is self-reported 2019-2020 data and future iterations of this platform will include CTE completers. For more information, please email: CTE@tea.texas.gov.
Click here to access the CTE Mapping Application*please note, this application does NOT support Internet Explorer. Please use Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Apple Safari.

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The Division of College, Career, and Military Preparation has engaged members of the workforce, secondary education, and higher education to advise on the development of programs of study, including coherent sequences of courses, industry-based certifications, and work-based learning to ensure students are prepared for in-demand, high-skill, and high-wage careers in Texas.

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