College Readiness Programs

The Dell Scholars program gives students the tools and resources they need to graduate from college and build successful careers.

For the 2027 application cycle, applicants must:

Be seniors graduating from a Texas high school.
Have participated in an approved college readiness program at a Texas high school.
Have participated in that program in grades 11 and 12.
Plan to enroll in an accredited four-year public college or university in Texas.

See the full list of approved college readiness programs below.

Research shows that students are more likely to complete college when they take challenging courses in high school and learn how to navigate college applications, financial aid, and campus life. College readiness programs provide this preparation before students graduate from high school.

Programs Currently Approved to Participate in Dell Scholars:

About These College Readiness Programs

Reaches students in the academic middle, underserved populations, or first-generation college students
Academic preparation through rigorous coursework, AP courses, IB programs, dual enrollment, college admissions preparation, academic workshops, and meetings to improve students’ academic readiness for college
Financial preparation through completion of the FAFSA, financial aid education, application assistance
Philosophy of not relying on the “numbers,” but rather a focus on non-cognitive evaluation
Personal college preparation of student for college through mentoring/advising
Begins working with students no later than junior year
Meetings/programs with students and advisors at least monthly during school year
Sufficient data indicating success of program
Ability to be replicated at other schools/locations

At this time, the Dell Scholars program is not accepting applications from college readiness programs. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at [email protected].