State Tuition Assistance

Application Packet & Process

Find the required application documents, submit your supporting materials, and understand what happens after you apply.

The Application Packet

Complete your application and prepare the required supporting documents.

Application Window

The application will stay open until funds are expended or the semester ends.

A complete State TA Application Packet includes the following:

Online Application

Complete the online State Tuition Assistance application. No CAC required.

Open Online Application

Third-Party Agreement Release Form

Include the Third-Party Agreement Release Form in your application packet.

View Release Form (PDF)

Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA)

Include a screenshot of your submitted FTA application.

Texas Army National Guard will access the ArmyIgnitED application; Texas Air Guard will access the AFVEC application.

Texas State Guard and M-Day Texas Air Guard members do not qualify for FTA.

FTA is for qualified Service Members, not to be confused with FAFSA.

View FTA Information Flyer (PDF)

5. Submit Your Supporting Documents

Use the portal for Service Members to submit their PDF documents.

Submit Supporting Documents

Status Updates

What to expect after submitting your application.

How Will I Know My Application Status?

Status updates are sent to all applicants throughout the review process.

If you submit a request for aid, you should receive at least one status update by the end of the first month of classes.

If you do not receive something by the end of the first full month of classes, contact our office to inquire about the status of your application.

The Application Process

Follow the five phases below to understand how your application is processed.

  1. Phase 1: Apply for Aid

    A complete application packet includes: the Application, Statement of Understanding (SOU), Third-Party Agreement, and, if eligible, a screenshot of your submitted FTA application.

    This policy change doesn't apply to TXSG Service Members.

  2. Phase 2: Verify Military Eligibility & Certify to Schools

    You will be contacted via email regarding your status. We encourage you to apply early.

  3. Phase 3: Calculate Final Award

    After the school's Census Date, we will receive the accurate invoice for your eligible tuition & mandatory fees.

  4. Phase 4: Issue Award Payments

    STA will pay the school directly what is owed for your eligible charges upon receipt of their invoice.

  5. Phase 5: Submit Your Transcript

    Submit your transcript to our STA mailbox at ng.tx.txarng.mbx.trp@army.mil .