Texas Southern University
In Partnership with the Port of Houston Authority

Maritime Transportation Scholarship
Description:
Texas Southern University has partnered with the Port of Houston Authority to develop a new academic program in Maritime Transportation Management and Security. The Bachelor of Science degree in Maritime Transportation Management and Security will begin the Fall 2010 and will address three nationally recognized priorities: logistics/freight, security, and environment – in a single curriculum.

Scholarships (in varying amounts) are available to students who meet the criteria and who are admitted to the program. The program is supported with funds from TSU and the Port of Houston Authority.

Scholarship Types:
• Full Scholarship (includes tuition, fees, books, etc): up to $18,000 per year (12 scholarship awards available
• Partial Scholarship (includes tuition and fees only): up to $8,000 per year (12 scholarship awards available)
Duration:
Fall 2010 – Spring 2010 (Renewal of academic scholarship is contingent upon full-time enrollment at TSU with 3.0 cumulative GPA or better)

Selection Process:
• Application Deadline: July 2, 2010 (Students will be notified of award in July

Criteria:
• Must be a resident of Harris County (Texas)
• Must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 GPA Scale (updated 04/29/10)
• Must be admitted to TSU as either freshman, sophomore, or junior (transfer student)
• Must select Maritime Transportation Management and Security as major
• Maintain not less than 3.0 cumulative GPA each semester during the duration of the scholarship
• Must submit completed application form to the Department of Transportation Studies
• Must submit two (2) letters of recommendation (one must be from teacher/professor, counselor or principal)
• Must submit a one (1) page essay addressing the following:
“How Will the Maritime Transportation Scholarship Impact Your Education and Prepare You for a Career in the Maritime Industry?”

For more information, contact Program Coordinator Ms. Ursurla Williams, 713.313.4394, williamsua@tsu.edu