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Housing Scholarship
UTA Housing Scholarship for First Time in College (FTIC) Students
As a student who plans to attend UTA beginning in the summer 2026 or fall 2026, you may be eligible to receive a UTA Housing Scholarship!
Scholarship Description: The UTA Housing Scholarship has been initiated by UT Arlington President, Jennifer Cowley PH.D., to assist students who are entering college for the first time at UTA. The UTA Housing Scholarship provides a one-time, scholarship toward the cost of a UTA residence hall. This award is payable for up to $1,500 for the upcoming academic year ($750 for fall 26 and $750 for spring 27).
Eligibility: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must meet all the following requirements.
1. You must be classified as First Time in College (FTIC) Student at UTA entering in summer 2026 or fall 2026.
2. You must apply for a residence hall space by the priority housing application deadline of April 30, 2026.
3. You must complete a valid housing contract for a UTA residence hall space for the fall 26 and spring 27 semesters by the priority housing contract completion deadline of April 30, 2026.
4. You must have demonstrated financial need as evidenced by your 2026-27 FAFSA which must be completed by April 1, 2026 including any additional requested documentation.
5. You must formally accept your offer of Admission to UT Arlington by April 30, 2026.
6. You must register for New Maverick Orientation by April 30, 2026.
7. You must live in a UTA residence hall space for the fall 26 and spring 27 semesters.
8. You must maintain full-time (12+ hours) enrollment for both the fall 26 and spring 27 semesters.
9. You must remain in good standing with UTA during the period of your scholarship award.
Award Determination: Students who meet the eligibility requirements above will be automatically considered for scholarship award. The number of scholarship awards is limited. Scholarships are awarded until the allotted funds for the year are expended. Review of housing scholarships will occur between May 1, 2026 and May 16, 2026. Award Notification: Students who are awarded a housing scholarship will be notified by text and email after May 16, 2026.
To take advantage of this offer, students are encouraged to apply for housing without delay. · For additional info about living on campus, visit www.uta.edu/housing. · To apply for a residence hall space, visit https://www.uta.edu/housing/apply.