Texas A&M University Office for Student Success
Group photo of Century Scholars.

The Century Scholars Program (CSP) is a four-year learning community that supports students from selected Texas high schools through an academic scholarship. Through a freshman seminar, community service, and other professional development opportunities, Century Scholars are prepared for the rigors of the academic and professional arenas.

The Century Scholars Program offers:

  • $20,000 scholarship over four years
  • $1,000 Study Abroad stipend
  • Freshman seminar course
  • Opportunity to fulfill program requirements by joining the Century Scholars Organization (CSO)
  • Hands-on contact with program advisors
  • Professional training in public speaking, interviewing, and presenting
  • Mentorship experiences with upperclassmen, faculty, and staff
  • Opportunity to serve as a Century Scholars Ambassador (training required)

Schedule an appointment with Century Scholars staff

Scholarship and stipend forms

Requirements

Century Scholars must meet two types of program requirements each year:

  1. Academic requirements
  2. Participation requirements
Academic requirements are tracked by the office of Scholarships & Financial Aid. All Century Scholars must:
  • Have and maintain at least a 2.75 GPR
  • Meet the 30-60-90 rule
  • Be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours each semester
  • Email scholarships@tamu.edu with questions regarding CSP academic requirements
Any student who falls below a cumulative 2.25 GPR will be required to meet monthly with a Century Scholars Staff Advisor.

Participation requirements are tracked by Century Scholars Program Staff through the LAUNCH office. These requirements vary by classification (i.e., Freshmen, Sophomore, etc.).

Visit the Resources section to find Century Scholars forms. 
Freshmen (1st year) Requirements
  1. Attend mandatory events during Howdy Week
  2. Complete the freshman seminar courses (UGST 181) with a passing grade
  3. Attend small community meeting once per month (determined by your group)
  4. Meet one-on-one with a peer mentor once per semester
Sophomore (2nd year) Requirements
  1. Complete the sophomore seminar course (UGST 001) in your fall semester with a passing grade
  2. Complete assignments in Google Classroom during the spring semester
  3. Complete at least five hours of community service per semester, logged with the Community Service Form
Junior (3rd year) Requirements
  1. Complete reflections in Google Classroom for fall and spring
  2. Complete at least five hours of community service per semester, logged with the Community Service Form
Senior (4th year) Requirements
  1. Complete reflection and exit survey in Google Classroom in fall
  2. Complete at least five hours of community service in the fall, logged with the Community Service Form
Group of Century Scholars under the Century Tree doing a Gig'em.

Mentors

Century Scholars Mentors positively impact the lives of freshman in the Century Scholars Program (CSP) through the facilitation of classroom activities and discussion, small and large groups meetings, and provide support in academic and social settings throughout the year.

To apply to become a Century Scholars Mentor, students must:

  • Have and maintain a at least a 2.5 GPR at time of application and at end of spring semester (preference given to those with higher GPRs)
  • Be able to fit a UGST 181 course section in their schedule
  • Be able to complete at least one year of service
  • Desire to facilitate classroom activities and discussions
  • Desire to gain presentation skills and individual mentoring skills
  • Desire to impact students, give back to the Century Scholars program, and go above and beyond to make a difference!

Century Scholars Mentors spend about 18-20 hours per month on Century Scholars-related tasks. These tasks include (but are not limited to):

  • Mentor team meetings
  • UGST 181
  • Small and large community events
  • Development activities

Mentors receive extensive training in August before fall classes start, and attend various events with Century Scholars during Howdy Week. Century community service and scholarship participation requirements are waived during the semester(s) a student serves as a mentor.

Apply to be a CS Mentor

The application for 2024-2025 Century Scholars Mentors has closed.

Century Scholars Organization group photo.

Century Scholars Organization

 

The Century Scholars Organization (CSO) is a recognized student organization that provides current Century Scholars with leadership, networking, and community service opportunities. Through CSO, Century Scholars can fulfill programmatic and scholarship requirements, develop professionally, and network with other current Century Scholars and CSO alumni.

Instagram: @csotamu

Meet the Executive Team

Resources

Community Service Form
Download, complete, and submit the form to its corresponding assignment in Canvas or Google Classroom.
Ambassador Training Form
Century Scholars interested in completing the Century Scholars Ambassador training should sign up for a training time using the Ambassador Training Form. Trainings are presented by the Century Scholars Organization at the end of their monthly meetings.
Ambassador Visit Form
Century Scholars have the opportunity to complete a Century Scholars Ambassador training to conduct visits to their former high schools in lieu of completing a portion of the community service requirement. One Ambassador Visit counts for 5 community service hours. You may not submit this form to substitute community service hours unless you have completed the Century Scholars Ambassador training prior to making an Ambassador Visit.
Scholarships & Financial Aid

The office of Scholarships & Financial Aid issues the following notices to Century Scholars for not meeting the CSP academic requirements:

  1. Probation
  2. Suspension
  3. Appeal Decisions

Century Scholars should submit the following forms to Scholarships & Financial Aid:

  1. Scholarship Reinstatement Form
  2. Study Abroad Stipend Form
  3. Deferment Form
Visit the Scholarships & Financial Aid Forms page to download the Scholarships Handbook and access the forms listed above.

FAQs

What is the difference between probation and suspension?

If you are on probation, you still receive your Century Scholarship.

If your scholarship has been suspended, you will not receive payments during the semester(s) of your suspension status.

Failure to meet one requirement in either category (academic or participation) will result in a probationary period for the semester(s) in which you fail to meet the requirement. If you fail to meet the same requirement in any semester following probation, your Century Scholarship will be suspended.

In order to reinstate your scholarship after suspension, you must meet all academic and participation requirements at the end of the semester that you apply for reinstatement.

How do I reinstate my scholarship after suspension?

In order to reinstate your Century Scholarship, you must meet all academic and participation requirements, including:

  • Have at least a 2.75 GPR
  • Meet the credit hour requirements for your classification
  • Meet the participation requirements for your classification
  • Submit the Reinstatement Form available through Scholarships & Financial Aid
Who can I select for my Faculty Visit (Sophomores only)?
Faculty Visits must take place with a Texas A&M faculty member. Staff members, graduate students, postdocs, or other non-permanent employees do not meet the requirements for the Faculty Visit. Consult the Century Scholars Program Coordinator if you are unsure of the status of the person you would like to meet with.
How do I receive a summer scholarship payment?
Complete the Scholarship Summer Payment Form through Scholarships & Financial Aid.
What do I do if I miss a required event?
The Century Scholars Program (CSP) follows university policy for absences and missed assignments. You must provide a university-excused absence. See student rules.
How do I meet my participation requirements if I am studying abroad?
You must still meet the program requirements (academic and participation) if you are studying abroad. Consult the Century Scholars Program Coordinator prior to leaving to discuss changes to your participation requirements while you are abroad.
Do I have to join the Century Scholars Organization (CSO)?
No. However, participation in the Century Scholars Organization (CSO) is highly recommended for all current Century Scholars.
How do I receive my study abroad stipend?
Complete the Academic Scholarship Study Abroad Stipend Form through Scholarships & Financial Aid.