Tyler High School student earns scholarship worth more than $100,000
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – A Tyler High School senior earned a scholarship worth more than $100,000, providing her a full-ride to college.
Yoselin Bustamante was named a Terry Foundation Scholar, which is one of the most prestigious scholarships available to Texas students. The scholarship will cover Bustamante's tuition fees, books and on-campus living expenses.
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Bustamante expressed her gratitude for being awarded the scholarship and how it reflects the hard work she has put into her high school career.
'To me, this scholarship is more than just financial help—it's a door opening into the future I've been working towards,' Bustamante said. 'Most people don't see the work that happens behind the scenes, but I do. This reminds me that hard work really does pay off. I'm beyond grateful knowing I can focus on my goals without worrying as much about money.'
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Bustamante will be attending the University of North Texas this fall where she will be pursuing a major in social work. Following her college career, she hopes to become a licensed clinical social worker and work with children in underrepresented or underserved communities.
Bustamante explained her passion for social work and why she wants to help children who come from underprivileged communities.
'Advocating for mental health, particularly in communities where it is often considered taboo, is incredibly important to me,' Bustamante said. 'Coming from a Hispanic household, I understand how hard it can be to ask for help. I want to make that process easier—especially for children.'
In order to keep receiving finical support through her undergraduate career, Bustamante must remain in good academic standing and live on campus during her first year in a Terry-designed residence hall.
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