Where to Find Trade School Scholarships in Texas?

Hi all! So, I'm considering going to a trade school in Texas after high school, and I'm trying to plan ahead financially. Are there any specific scholarships for trade schools in Texas that I should be aware of?

I know that scholarships can really alleviate the financial burden, and I'd love to hear about any opportunities others have found. Does anyone have any experience with this or know where I could start looking for these specific scholarships? Thanks a bunch!

To start, you might want to explore trade-specific organizations or companies that provide scholarships. For instance, the Texas Restaurant Association offers the Texas Restaurant Foundation Scholarship for students seeking an education in culinary arts or hospitality.

The Texas Foundation of Builders also provides scholarships to students studying construction trades in Texas. These scholarships are one-time, and students can reapply annually.

You should also consider searching for scholarships from local community organizations or even businesses in your desired trade industry. You can do this by asking at the facility where you're planning to attend, or by knocking on the doors of local businesses in your field, they often have scholarships that they're keen to give to promising local students.

In addition, don't limit yourself to only trade-specific scholarships or those only offered in Texas. Many national scholarships might be available to you and can be used toward trade schools. Scholarships like the Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation's Work Ethic Scholarship are aimed at students pursuing a vocational degree.

Lastly, utilize scholarship search platforms like Fastweb or Appily which often have filters to narrow down the search to your specific criteria (like location and field of study). Remember to start your search early and apply to as many scholarships as you qualify for. Good luck!