FREE Tuition, Fees & Books*
The Jaguar Promise is a last-dollar promise program that awards FREE tuition, fees and books* to eligible first-year and transfer students!
*Availability of this program is subject to change without notice, based on funding levels provided by federal and state education agencies.
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What is The Jaguar Promise?
The Jaguar Promise makes attaining a college degree a reality for high school AND transfer students in Texas who have worked hard, excelled in high school or earned an associate’s degree.
TOP 10%
Graduating within the top 10% of your graduating class from a high school in Texas.
EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
Graduating from a TEA Designated Early College High School with at least 30 credit hours.
TRANSFERS
Earned an associate’s degree or 60 credit hours (max 99 attempted) and has a family AGI of $70,000 or less.
TOP 35%
Graduating within 11-35% of your graduating class from a high school in Texas and has a family AGI of $70,000 or less.
All students must be Texas residents, must be enrolled full-time and must have graduated from a Texas high school.
Availability of this program is subject to change without notice, based on funding levels provided by federal and state education agencies.
How to qualify
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Apply for financial aid
Complete the FAFSA/TASFA by the priority deadline.
*The priority deadline to complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA or TASFA is:
- October 1, 2025 if you want to enroll for Spring 2026.
- January 15, 2026 if you want to enroll for Fall 2026.
Maintain Your Eligibility
In order to keep Jaguar Promise, you must continue to meet all eligibility requirements. Check out all the Eligibility Requirements at the link below.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I know if I am eligible for the Jaguar Promise program?
To be eligible for the Jaguar Promise you must meet one of the following criteria.
- 1) Be a high school student in the top 10% of your class or have earned at least 30 credits from a TEA Designated Early College High School,
- 2) Be a high school student in the top 35% of your class with an adjusted gross income of $70,000 or less,
- 3) Be a transfer student who has earned an associate’s degree or 60 credit hours (max 99 attempted) and has a family adjusted gross income of $70,000 or less.
If you attend a charter school then you are still eligible to participate in the program. Unfortunately, homeschool students are not eligible for the Jaguar Promise. If you attend a non-ranking school then the University will accept a ranking letter from your high school to use towards your eligibility.
What does the Jaguar Promise cover?
The Jaguar Promise is a last-dollar promise program, which means you may receive the General Scholarship, a combination of state, federal, and institutional scholarships and grants, if there is a funding gap after all other financial aid and scholarships are applied (excluding loans.) You will see the “General Scholarship” on your financial aid award offer only if there is a remaining gap for the total cost of tuition, fees, and books. Availability of this program is subject to change without notice based on funding levels provided by federal and state education agencies. Any updates will be published on this website.
Does the Jaguar Promise replace the Achiever Promise?
Do I have to be enrolled full-time at A&M-SA for Jaguar Promise?
Yes, full-time enrollment is required for all students in the Jaguar Promise program, which means that a student must be enrolled for at least 12-credit hours per semester. The Jaguar Promise will cover up to a total of 15-credit hours per semester. For transfer students who are enrolled at both A&M-San Antonio and another college (Alamo Colleges or other), only the credits taken at A&M San Antonio will count towards the credit hours required for this program. If a student is not enrolled in at least 12-credit hours at any point during their time at A&M-San Antonio, then they are no longer eligible for the Jaguar Promise.
When does the Jaguar Promise begin and what semesters are included?
Students enrolling for Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 are eligible, those enrolling for summer 2026 are not eligible.
Am I eligible for additional scholarships on top of the Jaguar Promise?
*Note: Please review the FAQ about the “Book Stipend.”
How do I maintain my eligibility?
In order to remain eligible for the Jaguar Promise, you or your family’s Adjusted Gross income must consistently stay at $70,000 or less, you must be enrolled in at least 12-credit hours each semester and you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) each semester. Read more about maintaining eligibility.
Why do I need to be a Texas resident for this program?
The Jaguar Promise is partially funded with Federal Pell and Texas State grants. In order to be eligible for this program, ALL students must meet all Texas state residency requirements and must have graduated from a high school in the state of Texas.
Does the Jaguar Promise program cover graduate or master’s degrees?
Already earned your bachelors degree? Congratulations! The Jaguar Promise program only covers students who have not completed a bachelor’s degree at the time of admission. This program is strictly for Undergraduate students (first-year and transfer) and does not cover graduate or masters degrees.
As a transfer student, do I have to attend an Alamo Community College to be eligible?
No, the Jaguar Promise program is open to all transfer students who have attended any community college, are current Texas residents and have graduated from a Texas high school.
Do I have to re-apply for the Jaguar Promise every year?
No, as long as you maintain eligibility, you will automatically be in the Jaguar Promise program. You must submit your FAFSA or TASFA by the stated deadline each year.
What is the deadline to be considered for the Jaguar Promise?
Students are encouraged to take early action to become eligible for Jaguar Promise. There are 3 main steps:
- Apply for admission
- Submit transcripts
- Apply for financial aid
Students must submit their application for admission by the stated deadlines.
- For high school students, the priority application deadline for Fall 2026 is January 15, 2026.
- For transfer students, the priority application deadline for Fall 2026 is March 15, 2026.
- For students wanting to enroll in the Spring 2026 semester, the priority application deadline is October 1, 2025.
The final step in the process is applying for financial aid. The priority deadline to complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA or TASFA is January 15, 2026 if you want to enroll for Fall 2026. If you want to enroll in the Spring 2026 semester, the FAFSA/TASFA deadline is October 1, 2025.
Can I appeal my decision if I was denied Jaguar Promise?
If I applied to A&M-San Antonio before but didn’t enroll, will my original application date still count toward Jaguar Promise eligibility?
The original date of your application for admission will be used in determining if you meet eligibility for Jaguar Promise. An exception will be made for students who have a change in status. For instance, if you applied for admission as a high school student and did not enroll. You may still be eligible to receive Jaguar Promise as a Transfer student if you meet all of the eligibility requirements.
Are students within the Program for System Admissions (PSA) program with A&M College Station eligible to receive the Jaguar Promise?
No. Unfortunately, the Jaguar Promise program is specifically for students who intend to complete their degree requirements at Texas A&M-San Antonio. If a PSA student wishes to opt-out of PSA, they may be eligible to receive the Jaguar Promise if all other eligibility is met at the time. PSA students must opt-out prior to beginning their first semester at A&M-San Antonio.
Where is my book stipend?
Is there a maximum number of hours a transfer student can transfer to A&M-San Antonio?
