Paying for College

At Angelo State, we’re committed to making your college experience one of the best investments you’ll ever make. We’ll provide you with a high-quality education at a cost that will help you graduate in four years (or less!) with as little debt as possible.

Types of Aid

Nine out of 10 Angelo State students receive some form of financial aid. We offer a variety of financial aid options, including several based exclusively on financial need. For 2023-24, we awarded over $69 million through scholarships, grants and other aid programs.

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Scholarships

ASU administers more than 600 different scholarship programs, and you could earn up to $52,000 over four years.

Learn More

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ASU offers several grant programs that are based on financial need as determined by your FAFSA. The best part is, grants don’t have to be repaid.

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If you have significant financial need, you may qualify for free tuition to attend Angelo State!

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Loans are a common form of financial aid and are available through federal, state and private programs.

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Get a part-time job either on or off campus to help pay for college.

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Whether you are active duty or a veteran, our VETS Center staff will help you access and make the most of your military and VA education benefits.

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Connect, lead and secure your path to a free college education!

We don’t compromise on quality.

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to how you’ll pay for college. We’re with you every step of the way!

<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I know how fortunate I am to graduate debt free.” Kamri Schafer, Senior, Nursing </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Scholarships mean that I can go out and change the world and not worry about how I will pay back my student loans!” Tyler Ing, Senior, Marketing </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I am very blessed because of the scholarships I’ve received. Because donors are willing to help so much enables individual students to have peace of mind about their finances and focus on their academic interests and activities. I’m incredibly grateful that they chose me.” <a href="/live/news/19171-living-the-dream">Tressa Reading</a>, Mathematics, Pre-Health Professions Program, Class of 2024 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “With the help of a Carr Scholarship, I was able to complete my undergraduate degree debt free and my master’s degree at an affordable cost.” <a href="/live/news/19425-homecoming-honoree-brooke-flores">Brooke Flores</a>, Assistant Director of Dual Credit Operations, Class of 2011 & 2013 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Scholarships mean pursuing an opportunity that previous family members never had, turning my dreams into reality, and using them to better my community and hopefully the world.” Horacio Gonzalez, Senior, Civil Engineering </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The donors will always be in my heart, and I am eternally grateful for their monetary donations.” Brooke Wieland, Senior, Health Science Professions </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> ”Scholarships give me opportunities to further my education and better myself.” Brooke Wieland, Senior, Health Science Professions </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Scholarships allow me to continue working in athletic communications for the university and continue to network professionally.” Madelyn Mendoza, Graduate Student, Coaching, Sport, Recreation and Fitness Administration </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Without the Carr Scholarship, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I definitely wouldn’t be a Ram, which is a major accomplishment in my life.” <a href="/live/news/19421-homecoming-honoree-cesar-amezcua">Cesar Amezcua</a>, B.B.A., Class of 2003 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “My college education was self-funded, so I chose Angelo State because it offered me the best opportunity to earn a high-quality computer science degree at an affordable cost.” Bryan Heflin, Owner, Best Made Designs, LLC, Class of 1987 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “In addition to allowing me to not have to stress about how I’m going to pay for school, scholarships show that I’m valued and that I truly belong where I am.” Jacob Flint, Sophomore, Political Science </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Scholarships show that someone else believes in me and supports all of my goals, no matter how small.” Brooke Wieland, Senior, Health Science Professions </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The multiple scholarships I have earned allowed me to continue my studies, even with the recent pandemic, which has severely affected my family. I am more than grateful to have been granted the opportunity of studying in ASU and I appreciate every single bit of help that I have been given.” Eduardo Aguirre Serrata, Chemistry </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Receiving the ASU Distinguished Scholarship was very beneficial to me because it helped me get books and cover what was left over that financial aid didn’t pay. I wouldn’t have gotten that kind of scholarship somewhere else.” <a href="/iamangelo/marcus.php">Marcus Jasso</a>, Class of 2024, Nursing </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Scholarships are a blessing! I am so honored to have help in pursuing my dreams and setting the path for my siblings.” Anyssa Fuentes, Senior, Accounting </blockquote>