The Stay On Track Program
South Texas College is dedicated to helping you to overcome challenges and successfully complete your academic journey. Stay On Track provides personalized support, resources and guidance designed to help you navigate the complexities of college life.
Scholarship & Support
Stay On Track addresses the unique barriers you face; including academic, financial, social or personal, by connecting you with tailored advising, proactive monitoring and early intervention. Stay On Track offers guidance and support if you're at risk of losing financial aid and helps you get back on track with Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
Why Apply?
Stay On Track is intended for students who have been placed on Financial Aid Suspension or Warning.
If you did not reach the 67% credit hour requirement for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), you may qualify for assistance.
Stay On Track Benefits
- Get help submitting an appeal if extenuating circumstances affected your academics.
- Get one-time scholarship assistance if financial aid appeal is denied.
- One-on-One personalized support from academic and financial advisors.
- Create a customized academic plan to get back in good standing.
- Get help with course selection, payment plans and other college resources.
- Receive a scholarship to help pay tuition to stay on track with your degree.
Stay On Track is here for your long-term success. Our mission is to ensure you thrive throughout your STC experience, paving the way for a brighter future.
Program Eligibility
To qualify for the Stay On Track scholarship, students must:
- Be a Texas resident, residing in Hidalgo or Starr County.
- Have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
- Be on Financial Aid Suspension due to not meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- Be on track to regain financial aid eligibility by the end of the term.
Deadline
Your deadline to enroll for classes is August 25, 2025 (first day of class).
Payment arrangements must be made by September 10, 2025 (the 12th class day).
Services & Links
The links below are resources available to help you be a successful student and/or finance your education:
Financial Support
Get information regarding financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans:
- Apply for Financial Aid
- Check Financial Aid Status
- Satisfactory Academic Progress & Financial Aid Appeals
- Scholarships
- Understanding My Bill
- Payments and Deadlines
- Payment Plans and Options
Community Agencies
These resources are not associated with the College, but provide financial support and mentoring to students:
- Hidalgo County Community Service Agency – Access to Success Program
- Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement
- Texas Workforce Solutions – Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Program
Academic Support
These resources provide free tutoring, workshops, and advising support:
Personal & Mental Health Support
Life situations at times require professional assistance. At South Texas College, Counselors are available to assist in resolving crisis or personal issues that may interfere with educational success.
Technology
Help with student portals, learning platforms, school email and more.
FAQs
- What is the Stay On Track program?
Stay On Track offers guidance and support to students who are at risk of losing their financial aid and helps them get back on track and remain in good Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) by providing personalized advising, financial literacy, and a clear path to continue their education. A one-time scholarship assistance is available to students who are on financial aid suspension due to not meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
- Who qualifies for the Stay On Track program?
Students who have been placed on financial aid suspension or financial aid warning may receive one-on-one support from Student Connections staff. Students who do not meet the 67% credit hour requirement for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), may qualify for scholarship assistance.
- What does the scholarship cover?
The Stay On Track Scholarship is a one-time award to help pay tuition.
- What kind of support will I receive?
You’ll get access to:
- help in submitting an appeal if extenuating circumstances affected your academics.
- one-time scholarship assistance if financial aid appeal is denied.
- one-on-one personalized support from academic and financial advisors.
- a customized academic plan to get back in good standing.
- help with course selection, payment plans and other resources.
- a scholarship to help pay for tuition.
- What does SAP mean and how does it affect me?
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a federal requirement that states a student must meet and maintain good academic standards in their program of study in order to be eligible for Federal and State aid. A student must meet these standards regardless of whether financial aid is awarded each semester. Falling below these standards may result in a financial aid suspension.
- Can I apply if I already submitted a financial aid appeal?
Yes! If you are already in the appeal process, or if your appeal has been denied, Stay On Track may still be available to help.
- Will this program cover future semesters?
No, the Stay On Track scholarship is a one-time support program. However, the academic plan and advising you receive will help set you up for future financial aid eligibility and connect you to resources and tools that you can continue to use.
Every Step CountsContact us to begin.
Email stayontrack@southtexascollege.edu or call 956-872-2115.
