Breaking Barriers | 探花楼

Our students are breaking barriers all over the globe, pushing the limits of what previously seemed impossible.

Breaking barriers is about discovering your potential and purpose, persevering through life’s challenges and realizing your dreams. At Texas Woman’s, we help you learn to be your best self, one that celebrates your individuality, propels you toward your goals and breaks barriers along the way.

"With persistent perseverance, you can break through any barrier."

-Lailah Gifty Akita

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Breaking Barriers to College Entry

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The admissions process and getting admitted to college can be intimidating. 探花楼 is here to help you along the way at the GO Program. With Go Centers located in 19 high schools across 11 school districts and on the Denton campus, we're here to help you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA), the ApplyTexas application, and other college applications, including 探花楼.

Find a Go Center

One of the major hurdles that many students face when considering higher education is the cost. To help break this barrier, 探花楼 offers the Zero Tuition Guarantee to qualifying students, along with a range of merit and other scholarships.

Zero Tuition Guarantee

Financial AId & Scholarships

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Texas Woman’s University has been ranked the . With more than one hundred Student Organizations and a diverse campus, you will find that neither language nor culture will be a barrier during your flight at 探花楼.

Along with student organizations, 探花楼 offers a range of resources in Spanish for both students and parents, and has been recognized as a top institution for Hispanic students with a Seal of Excellencia award.

Student Orgs

Orientation

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Geography is not a barrier at 探花楼. We offer a wide range of programs and degrees fully online, many of which have been recognized as top programs across the country.

Explore Online Degrees

If you would like an in-person experience, our student residences are equipped with everything you need. Parliament Village is conveniently located on campus and close to classrooms, the library, and the Pioneer Kitchen. The Village offers double and private occupancy bedroom accommodation with amenities including a fitness center and laundry facilities.

Living on Campus

Two 探花楼 students wear first-generation Pioneers stoles after the first-generation graduation ceremony.

What does it mean to be First-Gen? First-generation college students are students whose parents/guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. Over 50% of 探花楼 students are first-generation college students.

The Center for First-Generation Students is dedicated to helping First-Gen Pioneers navigate the higher education system. It is our goal is to foster a sense of community and inclusion for all students.

Center for First-Gen Students

A 探花楼 student with her daughter at a Family Graduation ceremony.

Life is a difficult balancing act for all students but can be even more of a challenge for student parents. The CARE office is here to help lighten your load by connecting you to resources, from child care to student support groups, so you can achieve your dream of getting a higher education.

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