EMS Scholarship Program

The Texas Legislature set aside funds to educate and train EMS personnel. Texas Regional Advisory Councils (RACs) are tasked with distributing these scholarship funds.

Scholarship levels: 

• $2,000.00 per student that completes an Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) class including books, materials and one NREMT exam fee.

• $3,200.00 per student that completes an Advanced EMS (AEMT) class including books, materials and one NREMT exam fee.

• $8,000.00 per student that completes a Paramedic class including books, materials and one NREMT exam fee.

Students must commit to serving:

• For the $2,000.00 scholarship – One year as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

• For the $3,200.00 – Two years as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

• For the $8,000.00 scholarship – Two years as a Paramedic if upgrading your certification

• For all scholarships – Within 90 days of completing a DSHS approved EMS course, students must:

  • Pass the National Registry examination

  • Complete the state certification process

  • Begin working or volunteering for a DSHS licensed EMS Provider