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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.
Financial aid is money a student can use to pay for college or a vocational school. There are many kinds of financial aid, including student loans, scholarships, and grants. Loans must be paid back with interest. Grant and scholarship money is free and does not need to be paid back. Visit the College for All Texans (English Only) home page for more information on the types of financial aid available.
The first step in the process to apply for federal financial aid is to complete the FAFSA form. Information about completing the form is available in Spanish by clicking Español in the top right corner of the web page.
Texas students without legal status may complete the TASFA. The TASFA web page is only available in English, but instructions and the application are also available in Spanish.
In the application, a student will list the colleges or vocational schools they would like to attend. These institutions will use student FAFSA or TASFA data to determine the federal aid eligibility. Many states and colleges also use FAFSA or TASFA data to award their own aid. The institutions listed on the application will send a notice of the eligibility and amount of aid a student can receive toward tuition, fees, and books.
A student must meet with a financial aid officer from the college or vocational school and enroll after accepting the financial aid.
The best source of information about financial aid opportunities is a high school counselor or a college and career center in your child’s school.
Scholarship
Opportunities
A scholarship is money awarded free, so it does not have to be paid back.
There are many scholarships available to students, but it can be challenging to figure out which ones are appropriate for your child and how to apply. The best source of helpful information is a high school counselor or a college and career center in your child’s school. The MEP recruiter or staff may also provide valuable information to help you search for scholarships.
There are also scholarship and recognition opportunities specifically for migratory students. For eligibility requirements
and applications, visit Recognition and Scholarship Opportunities for Migratory Students on the TMEP Portal.
STEPS IN THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS
Gather all necessary documents (for example high school transcripts, standardized test scores, income tax forms, community service logs, résumé, essays, letters of recommendation, and other important information)
Complete college applications (Common College Application [English only])
Complete scholarship applications
Visit the Resources section for a list of available statewide resources for migratory families.