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UTRGV Merit Aid

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The merit-aid verdict at UTRGV

Strong candidates with community roots and diverse backgrounds find multiple pathways to recognition at UTRGV.

Who this school is for

Students who are deeply connected to the Rio Grande Valley community, or those with a track record of leadership and service, should explore these endowed scholarship opportunities.

Tuition / cost of attendance: Approximately $25,441 for 2026-2027. Source

Lesser-known scholarships at UTRGV

Named awards that don’t always surface on the main financial aid page. Each one has its own eligibility rules.

AmountAmount not publishedEligibilityMichael A. Gorena & Maria Lozano-Gorena Endowed Scholarship is for Honors College students pursuing Pre-Med who maintain a 3.5 UTRGV GPA and meet the listed residency, first-generation, and Honors College admission criteria.

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Amount$1,000EligibilityJ.M. Haggar Sr. Scholarship award size is $1,000 per year, renewable up to 4 years, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment required.

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Amount$500–$1,500EligibilityRafael and Carmen Guerra Scholarships award sizes typically range from $500 to $1,500.

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Amount$500–$1,500EligibilityJesse H. and Mary Gibbs Jones Scholarships award sizes range from $500 to $1,500 and may be used for tuition, fees, and books.

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Amount$1,000EligibilityR.C. and M.G. Fish Scholarship award size is $1,000 for full-time freshmen.

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Amount$400EligibilityMeadows Endowment for Honors Scholarship / Alumni award size is $400 and requires a 3.5 GPA.

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