At a glance
Free if eligible- What it covers
- TEOG supports eligible associate-degree and certificate students at participating Texas public junior/state/technical institutions and the designated SHSU Polytechnic College. The college must use other non-loan aid for tuition and required fees above the TEOG offer.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ↗
- Income / financial rules
- Financial need is assessed from cost of attendance and the FAFSA/TASFA SAI. The FY2027 guide uses a 2026–27 Priority SAI of $6,478 in award ordering; do not treat it as a household-income ceiling or an automatic award.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ↗
- Who to check first
- The college must classify you as a Resident of Texas under its current rules. The FY2027 guide also requires lawful presence in the United States; submitting a TASFA alone does not establish residency.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ↗
- Application timing
- Ask the participating college for its TEOG application and document deadlines. The FY2027 TEOG programme does not use the statewide priority deadline; no universal final calendar date is asserted here.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts ↗As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ↗
Check your eligibility
Some items describe alternative routes rather than requirements for everyone. Use the route that applies to you as a preparation checklist; the program makes the eligibility decision.
How to apply
- 1First review FAFSA eligibility. If FAFSA is not the appropriate form, ask your college whether to submit the TASFA. Complete one form, not both.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ↗
- 2Contact the financial-aid office at your intended Texas college. Ask it to assess the named grant, confirm its application procedures and deadlines, and submit every document it requests.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts ↗
- 3Ask the college to verify the FY2027 initial credit count and award priorities. For renewal, meet its first-year progress standard; after the second and subsequent years, meet 75% course completion and a 2.5 cumulative GPA unless the college approves an applicable hardship.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ↗
What to watch for
Common questions
What is the main benefit?
TEOG supports eligible associate-degree and certificate students at participating Texas public junior/state/technical institutions and the designated SHSU Polytechnic College. The college must use other non-loan aid for tuition and required fees above the TEOG offer.
Is there an income limit?
Financial need is assessed from cost of attendance and the FAFSA/TASFA SAI. The FY2027 guide uses a 2026–27 Priority SAI of $6,478 in award ordering; do not treat it as a household-income ceiling or an automatic award.
When should I apply?
Ask the participating college for its TEOG application and document deadlines. The FY2027 TEOG programme does not use the statewide priority deadline; no universal final calendar date is asserted here.
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