Blake Edward Jaksa Scholarship (SJ6141)

The Blake Edward Jaksa Scholarship has been endowed by Mr. E. A. Jaksa and Mrs. Melanie R. Jaksa in memory of their son, Blake Edward Jaksa Jr., a former Texas State student with disabilities. The scholarship is designed to assist students with significant hearing loss to pay for tuition, fees, and books. The scholarship is open to incoming students eligible for admission to Texas State, as well as current students. Students must be registered with the Office of Disability Services.

Students must reapply each year to be considered for renewal.

Questions regarding this scholarship should be forwarded to aec96@txstate.edu.

Award
Varies
Scopes
Student Success - Disability Services
Deadline
04/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. I certify I am registered with the Office of Disability Services.
  2. Please write an essay addressing the following: Why are you a good candidate for this award? From a financial standpoint, what impact would this scholarship have on your education? State any personal or family circumstances affecting your need for financial assistance. Describe how you have demonstrated leadership ability, both in and outside of the classroom.
  3. Describe how you have demonstrated leadership ability, both in and outside of the classroom.