Graduate Scholarships (MAIS, MSIS, M.Ed.)
| Scholarship | Deadline | Qualifications | Required Documents for Upload | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burd-Cook-Springer Scholarship | March 31 | - Current or transfer student. -Highest GPA. | - No action needed to apply - students are automatically matched to this opportunity | $1,000 |
| Jane Cappe Research Enhancement Award | April 30 | - MAIS/MSIS. - Completed a research proposal in OCED 5300. | - Unofficial transcript. -500-word essay: How will your BAAS degree help you achieve your career goals? | $1,000 |
| Melvin Weathersby Endowed Scholarship | March 31 | - Student in the Department of Organization, Workforce and leadership Studies. -In good standing. -Minimum 3.0 GPA. -Working full-time for the past 10 years. | - Unofficial transcript -2-page essay: Explaining your need for assistance, career goals, and the nature and duration of your full-time work over the last 10 years. | $500-$1,000 |
The Stories of the Amazing People Behind OWLS Scholarships:
Burd-Cook-Springer Scholarship
Alumni, friends, colleagues, organizations contributed to the Organization, Workforce, & Leadership Studies (OWLS) program to sustain the Burd-Cook-Springer Scholarship to award current and transfer students based on their cumulative GPA.
Jane Cappe Research Enhancement Award
The Jane Cappe Research Enhancement Award was named in honor of a Texas State University- San Marcos MSIS student. Jane completed her MSIS degree while holding both full and part-time jobs. During her time as a graduate student, she became convinced that there was a direct relationship between the effort expended in research and the amount of personal growth and critical skills that resulted. To promote these skills, the award focuses more on the quality of effort in research. The award was named after Ms. Capper because of her personal integrity, scholarship, critical thinking, and pursuit of excellence in the academic and non-academic environment.
Melvin Weathersby Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship honors the memory of Melvin Weathersby (1937-2015), a long-time faculty member and advisor in the Department of Organization, Workforce, and Leadership Studies. The scholarship assists students pursuing the BAAS, MAIS/MSIS, or MEd degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I apply for a scholarship?
Apply for scholarships via BOSS, the Bobcat Online Scholarship System.
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How do I obtain my current transcript?
Go to the Registrar FAQ page and read the answer to the “Where can I get an unofficial copy of my transcript?” question for instructions.
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When will I be notified if I received a scholarship?
In late Spring, the OWLS Scholarship Committee meets to review scholarship requirements, criteria, and applications to identify awardees.
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How will I receive my scholarship funds?
Award offers will be facilitated by Financial Aid and Scholarships, and Student Business Services will apply these funds directly to your outstanding tuition/billing.
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Will I receive my scholarship in a single semester or split over Fall and Spring?
Scholarships will typically apply to the Fall semester, but there will be occasional exceptions.
If you have other questions, please contact owls@txstate.edu