Opportunity Scholarships

Last year the Texas Exes awarded more than $4 million in scholarships to over 700 UT students. More than 13% of them were Opportunity Scholarships, which remove barriers to education.

Established by generous alumni, these scholarships provide transformative funds for students from traditionally underrepresented groups, challenged geographic regions, and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Opportunity Scholars are encouraged to participate in the Texas Exes Opportunity Mentor Program. This four-year program gives Scholars a rich mentoring experience that is welcoming, inclusive, and invaluable. The goal of the program is to encourage meaningful connections, with peers and alumni, provide opportunities for students to step into mentor and leadership roles, and offer career preparation and guidance. Together, alumni and Texas Exes can help prepare students for a successful future and leave a lasting impact on the UT community.

• Year 1: UT Exploration
  • Match first year students with a peer mentor.
• Year 2: Career Exploration
  • Match sophomores with an alumni mentor.
  • Encourage students to initiate contact, ask for guidance on education and career related topics.
• Year 3: Leadership & Career Preparation
  • Give students the opportunity to be a peer mentor.
  • Encourage juniors to network via HookedIn and find a mentor.
  • Conduct informational interviews based on industry and job role, and discuss education and career related topics.
• Year 4: Leadership & Career Preparation
  • Give students the opportunity to be a peer mentor.
  • Encourage seniors to network via HookedIn and find a mentor.
  • Conduct informational interviews based on industry and job role, and discuss education and career related topics.
  • Use mentors and campus resources to help prep for job search.

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