Requirements to Apply:

• Must be a graduating high school senior of Northside High School in Houston, TX
• Minimum cumulative GPA to apply: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted)
  • Students with a GPA of 2.49 or below are not eligible.
  • Please review this guide for instructions on converting your GPA to a 4.0 scale. GPA should be rounded to two decimal points.
• Applicant must have achieved at least 1 CCMR indicator by the application deadline (March 31) through one of the following ways:
  • Completing at least one dual credit course (students currently enrolled are eligible)
  • Earning a 3+ on an AP exam
  • Earning an industry-based certification
  • Completing an academic readiness program called Texas College Bridge
    
    
• If you meet all of these requirements, visit our Application Process FAQ for helpful tips before you get started.

Renewal Students:

• Current recipients of the Clyde V., Evalyn M. and James DeVillier Scholarship who are planning to renew the scholarship for the upcoming 2026-27 academic year must complete several Renewal Tasks through this application. 
• How Do I Renew My Award? 
  • Please do not create a new application for the general scholarship. A Renewal Application will be created for you by the GHCF Scholarships Team. 
  • Keep an eye out for an email from GHCF Scholarships on February 25 with more instructions about renewing your award.

About the Scholarship Award

This is a renewable scholarship, meaning recipients can renew the award for multiple years funding if they meet the GPA and enrollment requirements and complete the renewal application for each academic year they plan to be enrolled.

• Multiple scholarships awarded annually. Award amounts and length of renewability vary by college type:
  • 4-Year College - Annual award of $4,500 for the academic year. Award is renewable for a total of four years of funding (totaling $18,000 in scholarships). Can claim funding within a 6-year period, allowing for deferment if needed.
  • 2-Year College - Annual award of $2,500 for the academic year. Award is renewable for a total of two years of funding (totaling $5,000 in scholarships). Can claim funding within a 3-year period, allowing for deferment if needed. 
  • Certificate program at a 2 year college: Award amount of $1,500 for the academic year. One-time award; not renewable for multiple years.
    
    
• What can the scholarship be used for?
  • The scholarship will be mailed directly to the student's college to be used towards tuition, required academic fees, and/or book expenses. 
  • Scholarship funding cannot be distributed directly to the student. Funding cannot be used for room and board, rent, meal plans, parking passes, or other similar living expenses.
    
    
• Are there any requirements I must meet if I'm selected as a scholarship recipient?
  • Recipients must attend an accredited university, community college, or trade school in the United States.
  • Recipients must enroll in at least 12 credit hours for both the fall and spring semesters (or be enrolled full-time according to your school if it is on a different system).
  • Recipients must submit college enrollment information online through GHCF Scholar the summer before the academic year begins. This information is required in order for the scholarship check to be mailed to the student's college. Instructions will be included in the student's award letter.
  • Recipients (with the exception of certificate program students) must meet certain criteria in order to receive subsequent annual awards (i.e., renewals): maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester, and complete the renewal application for each academic year they planned to be enrolled. 

What Is Needed for This Application?

• Eligibility questions based on the criteria above
• One (1) essay
• Transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
• Education information
• Resume (involvement in activities and service)