The Carr P. Collins Scholars Program recognizes Texas high school seniors with strong academic records and demonstrated leadership. Recipients receive at least $6,000 their freshman year, renewable for three additional years, and join a cohort that completes community service each semester, attends program seminars, and mentors future Scholars. Selection is based on a resume, a 500-word handwritten essay on leadership and community impact, and a nomination from a teacher, counselor, or principal (professional recommenders may substitute for homeschooled applicants, though not parents).
Eligibility
DemographicsRequires admission to Baylor University; must be an established Texas resident, rank in the top quarter of graduating class, and score at least 1310 SAT / 28 ACT.
Applying
Minimum $6,000 freshman year, renewable 3 additional years (later-year amounts not fixed by the program). Requires a 3.0 GPA, annual community service, and program participation to retain.