Tie Down Roping
Ty
Harris
9.7
Bareback Riding
Leighton
Berry
88
Team Roping
JC
Yeahquo
6.2
Fred
Hawkins
6.2
Saddle Bronc Riding
Damian
Brennan
90 pts
Steer Wrestling
Dakota
Eldridge
4.6
Barrel Racing
Leslie
Smalygo
14.5
Breakaway Roping
Jackie
Crawford
3.1
Bull Riding
Creek
Young
86.5 pts

How to Apply for a Scholarship

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ scholarship application is completed entirely online. Applicants will upload supplemental documents when completing the online application. Then, a school official or counselor will complete a second portion of the application online.

In order to qualify for a Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarship, all minimum requirements must be met.

Applications

Important Dates

  • December 15, 2023  Application Available Online
  • January 31, 2024 – 7:59 PM
    February 7, 2024 – 7:59 PM Online Application Closes
  • February 15, 2024 – 4:59 PM School Official Submission Closes
  • May 2024 Recipient selection notification
  • June 2024 Scholarship Recipient Celebration

Scholarship Requirements

 

Applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements in order to be eligible for a Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarship.

  • Be a U.S. citizen and Texas resident.
  • Graduating high school senior from eligible school
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid available December 2023.
  • Plan to attend an accredited, not-for-profit university in the State of Texas.
  • Have met minimum score requirement for either SAT or ACT.

 

AS OF JANUARY 25, 2024, THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS DEPARTMENT HAS MADE CHANGES TO THE FAFSA REQUIREMENT ON THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION.

The Rodeo has been monitoring FAFSA very closely and are aware of the issues that many students are running into when trying to complete the application. We have decided to make some additional changes to the FAFSA documentation that we will accept for the Scholarship Application.

 The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has changed its requirements for the 2024 application only.

  • Instead of a finalized report, students must provide a copy of their submission confirmation showing their estimated Student Aid Index (SAI). Students may upload a copy of their confirmation email showing their estimated SAI.
  • OR a downloaded PDF of their results from the Federal Student Aid Estimator (studentaid.gov/aid-estimator/) if they are unable to complete the FAFSA at this time. Applicants may upload a PDF report from the estimator tool. Instructions on how to use the estimator tool are included in the application.
  • Students are still expected to complete the FAFSA and may be required to provide additional information for verification later in the application process.

Scholarship Types and Guidelines

Geographic

Area Go Texan
Metropolitan
Quantity
79
350
Min. SAT Score
950
950
Min. ACT Requirement
19
19
Class Rank
Top Third
Top Half
Guidelines

Specialty

Exhibitor
Hildebrand
Military
School Art
Volunteer Dependent
4-H
FFA
Quantity
30
15
5
15
10
70
70
Min. SAT Score
950
950
950
950
950
950
1000
Min. ACT Requirement
19
19
19
19
19
19
19
Class Rank
No Requirement
Top Quarter
Top Quarter
Top Quarter
No Requirement
Top Quarter
Top Quarter
Guidelines
Contact 4-H: Visit Site
Contact FFA: Visit Site

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit or change my application or documents after I submit?

No. Once your application has been submitted, there are no edits or changes. Take your time and be thorough when completing the application. Be sure that you are uploading the appropriate documents prior to submitting.

What is FAFSA and how do I file?

FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Apply through studentaid.gov. The new FAFSA will launch in December. For more information, visit this page.

 Although the form is not open yet, you and your parent/guardian can apply for your FAFSA ID and log in information now.

Can I apply for more than one Show Scholarship? How?

Yes, you can apply for every scholarship that you meet eligibility requirements for.

By providing your school information and answering the questions in the application, you will automatically be included in the pool of applicants for each scholarship that you meet eligibility for.

Can I win more than one Show scholarship?

No. Recipients can only receive one Show scholarship.

Do I have to have shown an animal or participated at the Show to apply for a scholarship?

No, with these three exceptions:

  • School Art – applicant must participate in the Show’s school art program
  • Exhibitor – applicant must exhibit in one of the sixteen approved shows
  • Hildebrand – applicant must exhibit a Junior Market Lamb

Do I have to major in Agriculture?

No, there are no restrictions on majors, so long as the student’s major leads to a four-year-degree.

Can I attend a community or junior college?

Yes, the Show funds its scholarship recipients who begin their academic pursuits at community or junior colleges. However, the student must show academic progress and finish at a four-year-institution.

Can I attend a college or university outside of Texas?

No, all recipients must attend a college or university in Texas.

My parents are members of the Show or work on Show committees. Can I apply for a scholarship?

Yes, children of Show members or Show committee members are eligible to apply. Children of volunteers do not receive special consideration for scholarships.  Children of volunteers who meet eligibility requirements may apply for the Volunteer Dependent scholarship in addition to any other scholarships for which they may be eligible.  Students may only win one scholarship.

How are scholarship recipients selected?

Applications are evaluated three times in a blind judging. Evaluators use a comprehensive score sheet with points awarded for academics, leadership, and financial need.

When and how are winners announced?

All students who submit a Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarship application will be notified, regardless of decision. Notifications are sent via email.

How does the payment work?

Scholarships are $5,000 per year with the opportunity to renew each year to total $20,000 over four years. Disbursements are made each semester directly to the university and are specified for tuition and fees.

CONTACT US

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Educational Programs Office

NRG Center
3 NRG Park
Houston, Texas 77054

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 832.667.1286