What is the TCC T3 program?

Who is eligible to be a T3 Scholar?

Currently, juniors and seniors in Castleberry ISD, Crowley ISD, Fort Worth ISD, and Lamar High School in Arlington ISD have the opportunity to sign the T3 pledge. Signing this pledge makes the students eligible to receive T3 support at their high school and at T3 partner colleges and universities.

What are the program requirements?

To be a T3 scholar,

• Complete the T3 pledge (Pledge applications are currently closed but will reopen in August)
• Be a resident of Tarrant County for tuition purposes
• Complete a FAFSA or TASFA
• Apply and enroll in TCC by deadline
• Complete 8 hours of community service each year
• Enroll in a minimum of 9 credit hours each semester (fall and spring) toward your credential/degree or academic success plan and successfully complete 6 or more hours each fall and spring semester

Does T3 offer financial support?

Yes!

• Last Dollar Scholarship: This scholarship provides for up to 8 consecutive semesters (excluding summer) or the completion of a certificate or associates degree. The T3 scholarship covers any remaining tuition costs after all PELL and/or other federal, state, or institutional aid has been applied. For more information, visit the T3 Partnership website.
• Emergency student funding: Emergency funding is available if you need support for non-academic related expenses. For more information, visit the Student Emergency Assistance Fund page.
• T3 textbook funding: Textbook funds are available if you need help to purchase textbooks. For more information, contact the TCC T3 Program.

What activities am I required to participate in?

There are 4 programs you must participate in as a T3 scholar:

• T3 Summer Bridge Program: Designed to assist you in successfully transitioning from high school to college by connecting you with peer mentors, faculty, staff, resources, and information to help you get ready for your fall semester. Learn about the Summer Bridge Program.
• T3 Persistence Coaching: Required and supplemental academic, financial wellness, and socio-emotional support and programming. Contact the TCC T3 Program for more information.
• T3 Transfer Support Program: Programs, activities, and services to help you successfully transfer to other T3 universities by ensuring you have personalized transfer advising and financial support plans.
• T3 Signature Events: TCC T3 offers a T3 signature event once a semester. These events provide an opportunity for you to connect with students and staff, learn more about your campus community, and develop leadership skills.

How do I maintain eligibility once I’m in college?

To remain a T3 scholar at TCC, students must:

• Complete a FAFSA or TASFA each school year
• Enroll in a minimum of 9 credit hours each semester (fall and spring) toward your credential/degree or academic success plan and successfully complete 6 or more hours each fall and spring semester
• Meet with their T3 persistence coach twice a semester
• Create a T3 Connect profile and join the TCC T3 Scholars Group
• Attend the T3 Signature Event each semester
• Complete 8 hours of community service each year

How can a T3 Persistence Coach help me?

• T3 Persistence Coaches provide mentorship, and assistance to T3 Scholars. The persistence coaches connect students with resources, and support students’ academic, socio-emotional, and financial well-being.
• In addition to meeting with students one-on-one, T3 Persistence Coaches also host events on campus to encourage a sense of community and help T3 scholars get connected!
• T3 Scholars are expected to meet with their Persistence Coach twice a semester.

How can I connect with a T3 Persistence Coach?

• You can contact your T3 Persistence Coach through the TCC T3 Canvas site.
• You can also contact the TCC T3 Program and we will connect you with the T3 Persistence Coach on your campus.