Carr Academic Scholarship
With a Carr Scholarship, you can earn up to $3,000 per academic year just by continuing what you have been doing in high school, keeping up your grades and steering toward the future.
Freshmen Scholarship Awards
As an incoming freshman, you may be eligible for a Carr Academic Scholarship ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 per school year, if you remain a full-time undergraduate. Freshmen Carr awards may include a base $1,000 to $3,000 academic scholarship award plus an additional $500 to $1,500, based on your calculated need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. Maintain satisfactory academic progress and you can count on a Carr Scholarship for up to four years.
Criteria for Freshmen
It takes a special person, like you, to earn a Carr because the scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis, with priority given to individuals of high academic ability. To compete favorably for a Carr Academic Scholarship, you as a high school senior must:
- Rank in the top 45 percent of your class, and
- Score a minimum 1020 SAT (combined math and critical reading) or a minimum composite 22 ACT.
If you have yet to take the ACT or SAT, you should do so as soon as possible so your test scores can be factored into the selection process.
If you also want to be considered for the additional need-based Carr award, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA once it becomes available January 1.
Carr Scholarship Eligibility
Once you know your class rank and your test scores, you can determine the minimum base amount for your Carr Scholarship.
| Test Score | Class Rank | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SAT = 1210 + ACT = 27 + |
Top 15% | $3,000/annually |
| SAT = 1090 + ACT = 24 + |
Top 30% | $2,000/annually |
| SAT = 1020 + ACT = 22 + |
Top 45% | $1,000/annually |
Scholarships are renewable for a maximum of four years (eight semesters), depending on availability of funds. If you are an out-of-state or international student, a Carr Academic Scholarship under most circumstances will qualify you to pay tuition and fees at Texas in-state rates.
Need-Based Eligibility
You must complete and submit the FAFSA to be considered for an additional need-based Carr Award. Need based awards are based upon your “expected family contribution,” or EFC, as determined by the FAFSA.
| EFC Minimum | EFC Maximum | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $5,000 | $1,500/annually |
| $5,001 | $10,000 | $1,000/annually |
| $10,001 | $15,000 | $500/annually |
Admission to Angelo State University
When you apply for Admission you are automatically applying for a Carr Scholarship. Your application materials should include:
- A completed Freshman Application for Admission (The Apply Texas Application)
- An official high school transcript with class rank
- ACT and/or SAT scores
- Texas Success Initiative (TSI) scores, unless exempt by ACT/SAT/TAKS
- $25 application fee
Selection and Notification
As an applicant, you will be notified in writing of the decision on your Admissions application. Decisions are final and not subject to appeal.
Angelo State may change the criteria, procedures and deadlines for scholarship awards without notice. ASU awards scholarships without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin or disability.
Admission and Carr Application Information
You may apply for admission to Angelo State by completing the online application at: https://www.applytexas.org
No application is required to apply for the Carr Scholarship however you are encourged to complete the FAFSA to see if you qualify for additional need- based Carr monies.
Staff members from both our Admissions and Financial Aid offices are available to assist you or answer your questions.
ASU Admissions Office
Phone: (325) 942-2041
Toll free: 1-800-946-8627
Fax: (325) 942-2078
E-mail: admissions@angelo.edu
Carr Academic Scholarship Program
ASU Financial Aid Office
Phone: (325) 942-2246 or
Toll free: 1-800-933-6299
Fax: (325) 942-2082
E-mail: Carr@angelo.edu
