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Frequently used terms
Parent(s): the person legally caring for a migratory student; could be a guardian
Child/children: youth aged 0-21 who have not graduated from high school or earned a HSE certificate
Student: youth enrolled in a public school in Texas
If you see the words “English Only” next to a website, this means the resource does not have a translation option and is only available in English
If you see this icon, 
it means that the service or resource described is provided by
the MEP and only available to migratory students.
If your child is interested in a professional career that requires at least a four-year degree, such as becoming a teacher, pharmacist, or accountant, they will want to explore the options available at universities. Depending on the career path your child chooses, they will obtain a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree. A bachelor’s degree usually requires four or more years of study. A master’s degree will require an additional two to three years after a bachelor’s degree is earned. A doctoral degree requires three years or more, depending on the chosen field of study after the bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
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All universities have different enrollment standards, but some of the basic requirements needed for enrollment to many universities include the following: |
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Migratory students who have received a high school diploma or its equivalent may enroll in a higher education institution
and may receive financial assistance to pay for part of their degree program through the
College Assistance Migrant Program
(CAMP)
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How can my family learn more about CAMP? |
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Which universities and colleges offer a CAMP program? |
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A list of universities offering the CAMP program each year can be found on the CAMP Projects page. Each CAMP offers different financial aid options and may have different requirements. Visit the website linked under each CAMP project for specific requirements, deadlines for application, and instructions. |
There are many different degree programs available at a university level, and it is best to have your child speak to a high school counselor and/or college adviser for help in narrowing down the field of interest. Many districts have a college and career center that may also be helpful to your child.
For more information on universities in Texas, visit 2023 Best Colleges in Texas (English only).
Helpful websites:
Show references
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“What are Typical University Requirements for Enrollment?” Learn.org, accessed January 24,
2022,
https://learn.org/articles/What_are_Typical_University_Requirements_for_Enrollment.html.