About the Commuter Award & Scholarships Page

Welcome to our scholarship directory designed exclusively for commuter students. Here, we aim to simplify your search for financial aid by providing a curated list of opportunities suited to your unique circumstances. Explore our listings and take the first step towards securing the funding you need for your educational journey! Below are opportunities both from our office and UNT as well as external opportunties designed for you!

Please note that while our directory offers a wide array of scholarship options, it is not exhaustive. We encourage you to explore additional resources and opportunities to ensure you find the best fit for your needs.

 

The EEC is proud to offer award opportunities for our Non-Traditional, Commuter, and Student Parent communities. See below for more information on each. 

Commuter Care Award

In partnership with UNT Transportation Services, Non-Traditional & Commuter Student Support offers students the opportunity to apply for the Commuter Care Award every summer before the start of the next academic year. Awardees will receive the Eagle Parking Pass on us. The application for this award is sent during the summer to students signed up for our mailing list. If you would like to sign up to receive our digital monthly newsletters through our mailing list please email us at nontrads@unt.edu! You can also find it listed on our social media accounts throughout the summer! 

Eligibility Requirements

• You should be currently enrolled in at least one on-campus class for Fall 2026 and plan to enroll in at least one on-campus class for Spring 2027.
• You must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester.
• You must have completed the 2026-2027 FAFSA and receive one of the following: Any grant aid, work-study, or subsidized loan.
• You must be a Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Graduate Student at UNT with a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher and 3.0 or higher for Graduate students.
• You must live off-campus and plan to be commuting to UNT (either in Denton, Frisco, or Discovery Park) for the 2026-2027 academic year. (Off-campus meaning you do not currently reside in a UNT residence hall and must drive to campus.) 
• Submit a short essay. Applications will not be considered without a completed essay.

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 academic year.  Deadline to apply is June 26, 2026 at 5pm or we hit maximum allotted submissions for consideration. Don't delay and apply today! 

Click here to apply!!!

UNT Transfer Excellence Scholarships

Transfer Excellence Scholarships are available to undergraduate students that have a demonstrated track record of academic success who are transferring to UNT for the first time from a community college or an accredited university. These two-year awards range from $1,500 to $4,000 per year based on transfer cumulative GPA.

Good Neighbor Program

The Good Neighbor Program provides tuition assistance to students from other nations of the Western Hemisphere (other than Cuba). At UNT, the Good Neighbor Exemption is administered by Financial Aid and Scholarships (FAS), as directed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). This scholarship exempts the student from the payment of tuition only for one year (fall, spring, and summer). Selected recipients are responsible for paying fees.

American Public Transportation Foundation Scholarship Program

In furthering our mission to increase and retain the number of individuals choosing the transit field as a career, the APTF will award a minimum of thirty scholarships, ranging from $5,000 to $12,000 to college students or transit professionals who are interested in pursuing or advancing in a career in the public transportation industry. Awards cover the academic year, beginning in the fall 2024 semester, and assist with tuition costs or other educational expenses. Other APTF Scholarships are also located on their website. 

RAD Scholarship

Sponsored by the Rob Dollar Foundation, this scholarship is aimed toward students who are looking to pursue careers in civil engineering or city planning and are passionate about bike and pedestrian safety. Preference will be given to students who are also actively involved in the cycling community in addition to degree requirements.