Brookshire SMU/TJC Transfer Scholarship Application Form

In 2022, the Brookshire SMU (Southern Methodist University) Tyler Junior College Scholarship was established. This transfer scholarship provides $10,000 annually ($5,000 per semester), in addition to any existing transfer scholarship and financial aid. It is renewable for up to 5 terms or until graduation, contingent upon transfer students maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA while at SMU. Preference is given to Cox School of Business students with financial need, and recipients may combine this scholarship with other eligible awards.

To qualify for this scholarship, students must meet the following requirements:

Submit the Application by March 22nd.

Be on track to graduate with an associate degree in May 2024.
Fulfill all admission requirements for the desired institution.
(Students are responsible for communicating with SMU to fulfill these requirements.)
Interested students must complete the application by March 22nd.

Upon approval by the scholarship office, students are responsible for preparing their own letter of recommendation, subject to a final review before submission to SMU. The scholarship office will provide guidance on preparing the letter of recommendation. Subsequently, recommendations will be sent to SMU on behalf of the President, who will notify applicants upon final selection. If necessary, students will meet individually with the TJC President.

To be eligible, students must be on track to graduate from TJC in May, be in good moral standing with the dean of students, and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Priority consideration is given to business majors with financial need.

Applicants must complete an admissions application to SMU and apply for financial assistance through the FAFSA and additional scholarships. SMU will review to ensure completion of all required components and make final selections. Notification of their decision will be sent via email to the SMU student email address.

Submit the Application by March 22nd.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Student ID (A000000000)*

TJC Email*

What high school did you attend?

Did you graduate high school in the top ten percent of your class?*

Have you taken the SAT or ACT?*

Are you an active participant in TJC's Presidential Honors Program?*

Are you on track to graduate in May?*

Current Major*

Current Cumulative GPA*

Total credit hours completed at TJC*

List any community service in which you have participated during your time at TJC.*

What is your intended major at SMU?*

By submitting this form, you attest that all information given in this document is true and correct to the best of your knowledge. If found that false information was given knowingly, this application will become void for consideration. By signing your initials below, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this statement.

Initials*