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TILF Texas Interscholastic League Foundation Scholarships

UIL Foundation Scholarships
for participation in the Uil academic state meet

The Texas Interscholastic League Foundation is one of the truly unique and special aspects of UIL participation. In 2008-09, the Texas Interscholastic League Foundation will disburse more than $1.2 million to approximately 390 new and more than 230 renewed students attending 70 colleges and universities in Texas.

Since its inception in 1954, TILF has awarded more than 16,000 scholarships valued at approximately $22 million. Amounts of scholarships range from $500 for one year to $15,200 ($3,800 a year) for four years. Some scholarships have special requirements or restrictions such as requiring students to select certain majors, attend specific colleges or universities, or compete in specific contests. For more complete information refer to the TILF scholarship brochure which is mailed to member schools each year in March. New awards not listed in the revised brochure will be announced in the Leaguer, which is mailed to all member schools. Scholarship information is listed in the UIL C&CR and on the TILF web site: www.uil.utexas.edu/tilf/index.html.

1. Compete in one of the UIL Academic State Meet Contests, (applicants must have competed on the state level of competition). Note: only CX debaters advancing to the second day elimination rounds may apply.

2. Submit a complete high school transcript including ACT/SAT scores, size of class and rank in class.

3. Submit a completed application and parent’s IRS 1040 form to the TILF office no later than May 15th, following the UIL academic state tournament and during the student’s senior year.

4. Graduate during the current year and begin college or university by the following fall semester.

5. Attend an accredited college or university in Texas, take a 12-hour per term minimum course load and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA. One donor requires 15 hours per term, and several donors require a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Angelo State University; Blinn College; Texas Tech University, Texas Woman’s University; and Tyler Junior College.

New brochures and applications will be sent to member schools in March to the attention of principals and counselors. Applications may be requested after March from the TILF office by sending a self-addressed 9 1⁄2 x 4” envelope with two first-class stamps. Graduating seniors earning eligibility in previous years must request applications and must enclose a self-addressed 9 1⁄2 x 4” envelope with two first-class stamps. The Awards Committee meets the first Friday in June. All applicants will be informed of the status of their application by the first week of July.

Refer to the TILF web site for the deadlines to return completed applications: www.uil.utexas.edu/tilf/index.html

Texas Interscholastic League Foundation
PO Box 8028 • Austin, Texas 78713-8028

To request a brochure and application (available in March) please contact:

Brenda Baxendale, Scholarship Coordinator
512-232-4937 w/voice mail; Fax: 512.232.7311
e-mail: bbaxendale@mail.utexas.edu

To be eligible to apply for a TILF scholarship, students must have participated in a UIL Academic State Meet during their high school career. Participation in Athletic or Music contests does not qualify a student to apply for a TILF scholarship.

All applicants must meet the five scholarship requirements and should consider any additional requirements listed by the following individual donors.

Scholarships are listed by alphabet or download as pdf.

Abell-Hanger Foundation
Awards of $8,000 each, payable $2,000 each semester of the first two years

Abell-Hanger Foundation Nursing Awards

Awards of $8,000 each, payable $2,000 each semester of the first two years

For students who plan to major in nursing.

Accounting Education Foundation of the Texas Society of CPAs
5 awards of $5,000 each, payable $500 each semester for five years*
Applicants must major in accounting, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and attend in good standing one of the Texas universities that participate in the Accounting Education Foundation of the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, Inc., programs, as listed on Schools Specified by Donors (list also appears on page four of the TILF application). *When a recipient completes undergraduate studies in four years or less, he/she may continue to receive the Accounting Careers Scholarship while in graduate accounting studies. Five year accounting programs are also funded for five years.

Leta Andrews Scholarship
Sponsored by Whataburger Inc. & Southwest Shootout Inc.
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must have competed in Girl’s High School Varsity Basketball.

ASW Enterprises Scholarship
Award of $2,000, payable $1000 each semester of the first year
For contestants in the UIL Spelling and Vocabulary contest.

Henry Beckman Memorial
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of their freshman year
High school seniors in the upper 25 percent of their graduating classes may apply. Recipients must attend The University of Texas at Austin and major in computer sciences, engineering, or natural sciences.

Roy Bedichek Memorial
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must attend the University of Texas at Austin.

Dr. Charles and Debbie Breithaupt Scholarship

Award of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year

The Brown Foundation, Inc.
Awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

CH Foundation
Annual awards of up to $3,000 each, payable $1500 each semester, with possible renewal.
For students from Cochran, Hockley, Lubbock or Terry counties. Preference will be given to first generation college students.

The Campbell Foundation of Abilene
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year

William L. Chapman Memorial

Established and sponsored by Walter R. Long Jr., longtime friend of Mr. and Mrs. Chapman

Award of $500 each, payable $250 each semester of the first year

Applicants must be from Karnes County and attend one of the following high schools: Karnes City, Falls City, Kenedy, or Runge. Applicants must attend a four-year state supported college or university. Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.5 college grade point average.

The Clark Foundation
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Louise P. and Joe B. Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund
8 awards of $3,700 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year, and $450 per semester for each of the next three years
For contestants in Accounting, Calculator Applications, Computer Science, Debate, Mathematics, Number Sense, Ready Writing, Science, Informative and Persuasive Speaking, or Spelling & Vocabulary. Students also participating in the UIL State Solo-Ensemble Contest will be given special consideration. Applicants must attend an accredited four-year college or university.

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Carroll Ray Daniel Memorial Scholarship
Award of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year.

Zelah Mae and Jasper Dee Memorial

Award of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year.

David W. Doss Memorial Scholarship
Sponsored by Real to Reel Productions, family and friends
Award of $1000, payable $500 each semester of first year
Preference given to music or performance arts majors.

The Fasken Foundation
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of first year

Dr. Larry R. Faulkner Endowed Scholarship

Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of first year

Applicants must attend The University of Texas at Austin and declare a major in the College of Natural Sciences.

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Richard Gibby Memorial Music Scholarship
Award of $1000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must have made a division rating of I or II in a solo performance at the UIL State Solo Contest. Preference will be given to applicants majoring in music with plans to enter the teaching profession.

H-E-B Pharmacy Scholarship
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Preference will be given to applicants who declare their intent to enter the pharmacy profession with plans to practice in an area serviced by an H-E-B Pharmacy.

Dr. Norman Hackerman Memorial Scholarship

Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Applicant must attend The University of Texas at Austin and declare a major in chemistry or biochemistry.

Dr. Max R. Haddick Memorial Journalism Scholarship
Awards of $500, payable $250 each semester of the first year
For contestants in UIL Journalism.

Hexco, Inc.
Award of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
For students placing first in one of the following individual contests: Accounting, Computer Applications, Computer Science, Current Issues and Events, Number Sense, Ready Writing, Science, Social Studies, Literary Criticism, or Spelling & Vocabulary.

Jim and Marcia Hilsabeck Scholarship

Award of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Preference will be given to competitors in the UIL Spelling & Vocabulary contests.

Houston Endowment Inc.
Awards of $1,000 each, paid $500 each semester of the first year

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Jefferson Clark Johnson Drama Education Memorial
Award of $500, payable $250 each semester of the first year
Applicants should declare their intention to major in drama education.

Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd T. Jones Memorial Scholarships
Awards of $2,500 each, payable $1,250 each semester of the first year
Preference is given to University of Texas at Austin applicants with accounting or business honors majors.

R. J. Kidd Memorial Scholarships
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must attend The University of Texas at Austin. These scholarships are in honor of the founder of the Texas Interscholastic League Foundation.

Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation Endowment
Award of $12,000, payable $1,500/semester, renewable for four years.
Applicants must have an SAT I/ACT score of 1000/22 or above, complete 15 hours per semester in college and maintain a minimum 3.0 college grade point average.

John Porter King, Jr. Memorial
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Harold Lawrence Memorial
Awards of $2,500, payable $1,250 each semester of the first year

Leibrock Family Endowed Scholarship
Awards of $2,000, payable $500 each semester of the first two years

Carolyn Waller Long Memorial

Established and sponsored by Family & Friends

Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year and renewable for three years if requirements are met

Applicants must be from Karnes County and from one of the following high schools: Falls City, Karnes City, Kenedy or Runge. Applicants must be in the top 10% of their graduating class and attend a four-year state supported college or university. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 college grade point average.

Dr. Teresa Lozano Long Scholarship
Awards of $4,000, payable $2,000 each semester of the first year
Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average.

Arturo V. and Elvira D. Lozano Scholarship
Award of $12,000, payable $1,500 each semester for four years
Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average.

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Dr. Bailey Marshall Scholarship
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Clyde V. McKee, Jr. Memorial
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must rank in the top 25% of their graduating class and must attend a state supported fully accredited four-year college or university. Preference will be given to applicants from Orange, Sabine, Newton and Hardin counties.

The Meadows Foundation
Awards of $4,000 each, payable $500 each semester for four years
For contestants in Ready Writing. Applicants must attend an accredited four-year college or university. Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average.

The Moody Foundation
Awards of $4,000 each, payable $500 each semester for four years

Keitha Morris Memorial Award
$1,000 annual award, payable $500 each semester of the first year
For Outstanding Actress in the Region which White Deer HS is scheduled to compete in the One-Act Play Contest.

Robert Mueller Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 annual award, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Preference is given to The University of Texas at Austin applicants with accounting or business honors majors.

Lynn and Pat Murray Scholarship

$1,000 annual award, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Preference is given to The UIL State One-Act Play Contests, but all UIL State Meet participants are eligible. Candidates must attend The University of Texas at Austin and major in the Theatre Teacher Training. Recipient must plan to pursue a career in theatre as a theatre arts teacher in public schools or colleges.

The Mike A. Myers Foundation Scholarships
Awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year, with possible renewal
Applicants must attend an accredited four-year college or university in the state of Texas. Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average.

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Maxine Owen Memorial Scholarship

Established and sponsored by Dan Owen and family, in loving memory of wife and mother. Dan Owen retired as Superintendent for the Holliday ISD and also provided 10 years of service (1984-1994) to the UIL Legislative Council.
Award of $500, payable $250 each semester of the first year

For students enrolled in either the Holliday or Jacksboro School Districts. Candidate must also be pursuing a career in public education.

Alvin and Lucy Owsley Foundation

Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Panhandle Chapter of TSCPA Scholarships
5 awards of $500, payable $250 each semester for up to five years
For the top five scorers in the Accounting Contest from the schools within the 25 counties that comprise the geographic area of the Panhandle Chapter of the TSCPA. Named recipients must enroll full time as an accounting major and maintain a minimum 3.0 college grade point average. The scholarship is limited to one per student.

Dr. Nelson Gray Patrick Memorial Music Scholarship
$1,000 annual award, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must have made a division rating of I or II in a solo performance at the UIL State Solo Contest. Preference will be given to applicants majoring in music.

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Red Oak Foundation
Three awards of $4,800, payable $600 each semester for four years.
For contestants in any UIL academic event who declare the intention to teach in the public school system in Texas. Recipients must show a financial need and maintain a 2.75 GPA while taking at least 12 hours each semester at a state supported four-year university in Texas, or Texas Wesleyan University. Applicants, please attach a page stating in 100 words or less why you want to teach in the public school system, grades K-12.

Bobby Richardson Memorial Scholarship

$1,000 annual award, payable $500 each semester of the first year.
Applicant must have lettered in a varsity sport in high school and must attend Texas A&M University, College Station.

Carolyn and Dan Scott Scholarship
Award of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Applicant must attend The University of Texas at Austin.

T. H. Shelby Memorial
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must attend The University of Texas at Austin. Funds provided by friends and family in memory of T. H. Shelby.

Southwest Emblem Company
Awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Spalding Sports Worldwide
40 awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Dr. B. J. Stamps Memorial Endowment
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Preference will be given to applicants who declare their intention to enter the teaching profession.

Nelda C. & H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation
15 awards of $15,200 each, payable $1,900 each semester for four years
Applicant must rank in the top 10% of their graduating class, must have a SAT I/ACT of 1210/27 or above, and must attend a state supported fully accredited four-year college or university. Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 college grade point average.

Stark Foundation Special Scholarships
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must rank in the top 25% of their graduating class and must attend a state supported fully accredited four-year college or university. Preference will be given to applicants from Orange, Sabine, Newton and Hardin counties.

State Farm Insurance
10 awards of $5,000, payable $2500 each semester of the first year

Hatton W. Sumners Foundation
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
For citizens of the United States. Recipient must major in government, political science or history and may attend any accredited four-year college or university.

TILF Diamond Anniversary Scholarships
Awards of $500 each, payable $250 each semester of the first year

TILF Appreciation Scholarship for Retired UIL Legislative Council Persons:
Awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Alton Fields, Supt. of Pleasanton ISD (12 years) and for six years of service to the UIL Legislative Council.

TILF Honorary Scholarships:
Awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year

David E. Erickson, Jr.
Garry W. Vacek

Ruth Elizabeth Starr Trice Scholarship Fund
Sponsored by Tune In
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Preference will be given to competitors in One-Act Play, Debate, and Speech contests.

UIL Directors Scholarship
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
In honor of Dr. William D. Farney, UIL Director

UIL Journalism Scholarship
Sponsored by ILPC, Interscholastic League Press Conference
Award of $1,000 payable $500 each semester of the first year
For contestants in the UIL Journalism contests, with preference given to those majoring in journalism.

UIL Legislative Council Scholarship
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
To honor the 2007-2008 Chairman, Carl Taylor, Superintendent, Wellington ISD.

UIL Music Directors' Scholarships
2 awards of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must have made a division rating of I or II in a solo performance at the UIL State Solo Contest. Preference will be given to applicants majoring in music. In honor of Richard Floyd, UIL Director of Music.

UIL Music Scholarships
3 awards of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must have made a division rating of I or II in a solo performance at the UIL State Solo Contest.

UIL State Speech & Debate Judges Preference Award
Award of $1000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
For contestants in the UIL Speech and Debate contests, demonstrating excellence in communication skills, with plans to major in speech communication.

The University of Texas at Austin
Department of Theatre and Dance Awards
$500 awards, payable $250 each semester of the first year
Awards of $500 each will be given to the best actor and best actress in each conference at the UIL State Meet One-Act Play Contest. Applicants must attend the University of Texas at Austin as a theatre or dance major.

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Ray von Rosenberg Oral Interpretation Scholarship
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year.
For contestants in UIL Prose and Poetry contests.

Nancy Wall Memorial Journalism Scholarship
Award of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year
For contestants in UIL Journalism who plan to major or minor in journalism in college.

J. O. Webb Memorial
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Recipient may attend the University of North Texas, Texas Woman’s University, Sam Houston State University, West Texas A&M University or Texas State University - San Marcos. Preference given to students planning to enter the teaching profession.

Dean Weese Scholarship
Sponsored by Whataburger Inc. & Southwest Shootout Inc.
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Applicants must have competed in Girl’s High School Varsity Basketball.

The Welch Foundation
20 awards of $14,000 each, payable $1,750 each semester for four years
Applicants may attend any of the Texas colleges or universities approved by The Welch Foundation as listed on Schools Specified by Donors (list also appears on page four of the TILF application). Applicants must major in chemistry, biochemistry or chemical engineering and be willing to engage in chemical research at the graduate level. Applicants must fill in page three on the application.

Dorothy Sue Whited Memorial Scholarship
Award of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
For contestants in the UIL Speech and Debate contests. Recipients must attend UT Austin and be enrolled in the business or engineering schools.

Dr. Rhea H. Williams Memorial
Awards of $1,000, payable $500 each semester of the first year
Recipients must attend The University of Texas at Austin.

Lola Wright Foundation
Awards of $1,000 each, payable $500 each semester of the first year

Additional Scholarships

The following colleges and universities also offer awards to contestants in UIL academic events. To apply for these, please contact the colleges listed below.

Angelo State University
Angelo State University awards one-year UIL Scholarships to first place seniors who win at the Region I, 4A UIL academic competition and attend Angelo State. Those senior regional winners who win the state competition will receive another $1,000 UIL Scholarship. Seniors ranking in the top 15% with an ACT/SAT 1 score of 25/1140 or more may apply for one of over 300 Carr Academic Scholarships available annually to entering freshmen. Carr Academic Scholarships range from $2,000 to $6,000 per year and may be renewed. Contact the Carr Academic Scholarship Program, Angelo State University, ASU Station #11015, San Angelo TX 76909. www.angelo.edu

Blinn College
Blinn College will give tuition credit for one year to applicants who competed in the UIL Academic State Meet. Contact Ms. Ashley Klausmeyer, Scholarship Program Administrator, Blinn College, 902 College Ave., Brenham TX 77833. Telephone (979) 830-4154 or e-mail to ashley.klausmeyer@blinn.edu.

Texas A&M University - Commerce
20 $4,000 campus residential scholarships, payable $1,000 a year for four years
TAMU - Commerce will award 20, 4-year, $4,000 housing scholarship/stipends to contestants at the UIL Academic State Meet. Applicants must rank in the top 25%, enroll in a degree program at TAMU - Commerce, live in on-campus housing, and must not already have a housing/ scholarship/stipend. Contact the Scholarship Office, TAMU - Commerce, Commerce, TX 75429, (903) 886-5915.

www.tamu-commerce.edu/admin/scholarship/scholarship.htm

Texas Tech University
6 TTU-UIL Leadership Scholarships
Texas Tech University awards up to six one-year University Interscholastic League Leadership Scholarships of $700 to participants of selected Region 1 University Interscholastic League events hosted by the University Interscholastic League office at Texas Tech University. Applicants must attend Texas Tech University. Contact the Texas Tech University - UIL Region 1 Office, 2903 4th Street - Room 110, Lubbock TX 79409-5035. Applications are available at each UIL event and on-line at www.texastech.edu/uil.

Texas Woman’s University
Scholarships are available for the first place UIL winners in Journalism, Speech, One-Act Play or Ready Writing, and to winners or runners-up in Debate. Contact the Director of Financial Aid, Texas Woman’s University, PO Box 425408, Denton TX 76204-5408.

Tyler Junior College
Tyler Junior College offers a limited number of scholarships to All Star Cast members at the UIL State One-Act Play Contests. For application forms contact Dr. David W. Crawford, Speech & Theatre Department Chair, Tyler Junior College, PO Box 9020, Tyler TX 75711.