Texas Exes Black Alumni Network Scholarships
The Texas Exes Black Alumni Network is committed to expanding educational opportunities for Black students at The University of Texas at Austin. Through our scholarship initiatives, we invest in the academic success and future potential of Black Longhorns while honoring the individuals and legacy that continue to shape our community.
Our scholarships reflect a shared commitment to ensuring that future generations have the opportunity to pursue higher education, achieve their goals, and make an impact in their communities.
Why Give?
Invest in Black Longhorns. Invest in the Future.
Education creates opportunities that can transform individuals, strengthen families, and shape communities. Yet the financial demands of higher education can create barriers for talented students pursuing their academic and professional goals.Your support of the Texas Exes Black Alumni Network scholarship initiatives helps expand educational opportunities for Black students at The University of Texas at Austin. Every contribution represents an investment in students' potential and the future they are working to build.
From Us, For Us. Make an Impact
Whether you contribute to the Legacy Endowed Scholarship, support one of our named scholarship funds, or make a gift in honor of someone who shaped your Longhorn experience, your generosity helps advance our mission. Choose a scholarship to support and help us invest in the next generation of Black Longhorns.
Overview of Black Alumni Network Scholarships
Legacy Endowed Scholarship
Our flagship scholarship endowment, established in 2018, reflects our commitment to providing sustained academic scholarship support for deserving Black students from across Texas and the nation. Through this fund, we aim to create a lasting legacy of educational opportunity for generations of Black Longhorns.
Learn more about our 70 for 70 Campaign here
Brenda Burt Scholarship
A scholarship opportunity supported through the Black Alumni Network's commitment to recognizing and investing in Black student achievement.
John Saunders Chase Legacy Scholarship
A scholarship honoring the legacy of John Saunders Chase and the Black Alumni Network's ongoing commitment to expanding educational opportunities for Black Longhorns.
Black Alumni Network Challenge Grant Scholarship
A scholarship reflecting the Black Alumni Network's commitment to mobilizing alumni and community support to help make a UT Austin education accessible to deserving students.
Almetris Marsh Duren Memorial Challenge Grant Scholarship
A memorial scholarship honoring Almetris Marsh Duren and reflecting our commitment to carrying forward a legacy of educational opportunity and support for future generations of Black Longhorns.
Make a Donation:
John Saunders Chase Legacy Scholarship
Black Alumni Challenge Grant Scholarship
Almetris Marsh Duren Memorial Challenge Grant Scholarship
Student Information
Are you an incoming or current Black student? Here is how to apply.
If you are an incoming freshman, a current UT Austin student, or an eligible transfer student, you may qualify for scholarship opportunities supported by the Black Alumni Network.
How to Apply
Complete the Texas Exes scholarship application to be considered for the network scholarships for which you qualify. Students are considered for applicable Texas Exes Network Scholarships through the general application process, subject to each scholarship's eligibility requirements.
Incoming Freshmen
Applications for entering freshmen generally open September 1 and close March 1 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. These applications are intended for high school seniors applying for admission to UT Austin.
Current and Transfer Students
Applications for continuing and transfer students generally open January 1 and close March 1. These opportunities are available to eligible students currently attending UT Austin or intending to transfer to the University for the following fall.
Ready to Apply?
Visit the Texas Exes Network Scholarships page to review application information, eligibility details, and deadlines.
For questions about the application process, contact the Texas Exes Scholarships team at scholarships@texasexes.org.