TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID
• Scholarships
A variety of financial aid options are available, including a range of scholarships. South Texas College of Law Houston awards multi-year scholarships to selected entering law students. All admitted students are considered for merit scholarships. Additional scholarship opportunities can be applied for through the Academic Works scholarship portal.
• Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)
The Texas Equalization Grant is available to students that meet Texas Residency Rules for state aid, demonstrate financial need, and enrolled at least three-quarter time. Maximum annual award amounts vary and are determined by the Texas Legislature.
• Federal Work-Study
The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program is a student employment program funded by the Federal Government and designed to assist students in financing their post-secondary education. The Federal government supplies post-secondary schools with a limited amount of federal funds to assist students with exceptional need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Eligible students may be awarded FWS as part of their financial aid package upon review and hire. There are both on-campus and off-campus student employment opportunities available.
• Federal Student Loans
There are two types of Federal Student Loans you can receive while attending South Texas College of Law Houston.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are available to eligible law students who apply for federal aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students may qualify for up to $10,250 every semester. Interest begins accruing following disbursement. Borrowers receive a six-month grace period, following graduation or withdrawal, before repayment begins.
Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans are available to students who do not have adverse credit. Students may borrow up to the cost of attendance, minus the Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. There is no grace period on this loan; however, there is an automatic six-month deferment.
Note: In some circumstances, the inability to borrow Graduate PLUS loans due to negative credit will affect your ability to finance your legal education. The law school doesn’t have the resources to lend money to students who cannot obtain Graduate Plus loans. Please review your credit report to correct any errors or make plans to get caught up on delinquent accounts. You may also wish to secure a cosigner or co-endorser for this loan.
Loan Terms, Sample Repayment Schedule, Entrance Counseling, and Master Promissory Note links
Federal student loans must be repaid. Students should read about the loan terms and conditions, repayment options, and obligations associated with borrowing federal or any other type of loan. The Federal Student Aid sites have the best information for student borrowers:
• Private Alternative Loans
Private alternative loans are available to students who may require additional funding or are not eligible for federal loans. To qualify for this type of loan, a student will apply through a private lender.
• Bar Exam Loans
Bar Exam Loans are available to students who need assistance with bar exam-related expenses. To qualify for this type of loan, a student will apply through a private lender and his/her credit will be reviewed. Loan terms vary from lender to lender and comparison shopping is recommended.
• Additional Resources
Additional resources include short term loans, special circumstance, and emergency aid.