Rita Blanca Electric Cooperative Member Scholarship

• The scholarship is $4,000, payable at $1000 per semester for 2 years. The scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Hartley High School, Texline High School, Dalhart High School, Stratford High School, Sunray High School, Dumas High School and one At-Large. These scholarships are available to immediate family of active Members to attend state or private universities, junior colleges or vocational schools. 
• Completed applications are due April 1, 2025. 
• If you have any questions, you may call The Opportunity Plan office at (806) 655-2528.

Golden Spread Electric Cooperative, Inc. Directors' Memorial Scholarship

• The scholarship is $2,000, payable $500 for each of four semesters through the sophomore year. The scholarship is available to entering freshman college or university student who is a member, or spouse or child of a member, or child whose guardian is a member of Rita Blanca Electric Cooperative.
• Completed applications are due March 1, 2025. 
• If you have any questions, you may call The Opportunity Plan office at (806) 655-2528.

Texas Rural Electric Women's Association Scholarship

• Texas Rural Electric Women's Association (TREWA) is offering 20 scholarships, at $1,500 each, to current TREWA members and their children. You can join TREWA at the same time you submit a scholarship application. Dues are only $10. Applicants must also be a current member of Rita Blanca Electric Cooperative. 
• Completed applications are due March 15, 2025.  

Directors' Lineman Scholarship

Applicant Eligibility:
• Reside in RBEC service territory
• Submit a completed application packet
• Be accepted into the Northwest Lineman College Electrical Lineworker Program

Selection Criteria:
• Cumulative GPA (2.0 or above preferred).
• One to two-page letter (typed, 12 point font) by student stating why he/she would like to pursue a career in linework, how this scholarship will help, and how he/she plans to pay for living expenses and additional costs while at NLC.
• Two reference letters from a school counselor, principal, teacher or coach.
• Completed applications are due September 1, 2025

For more information, click here to read the full list of requirements.

Frank Phillips Scholarship

Applicant Eligibility:
• Reside in RBEC service territory
• Submit a completed application packet
• Be accepted into the Frank Phillips College Welding or Diesel Mechanic Program
• Completed applications are due September 1, 2025

For more information, click here to read the full list of requirements.