The Kenneth H. Ashworth Fellowship Program is a fellowship program named after Kenneth H. Ashworth, a former Texas Commissioner of Higher Education. The program provides financial support to outstanding graduate students who are pursuing degrees in fields related to public affairs and higher education, including public policy, public administration, and educational leadership.
The program is administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and provides up to $25,000 in funding for one academic year. Applicants must be Texas residents, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be enrolled in a graduate program at a Texas public university.
The fellowship program aims to support the development of future leaders in public affairs and higher education who will make a positive impact in Texas and beyond. It provides a unique opportunity for graduate students to receive financial support as well as mentorship and networking opportunities with leaders in the field.