The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Mathematics and Science Academy

Request an ACT Fee Waiver

Request an ACT fee waiver: Fee waivers are for need based students and can be obtained from the MSA Counselor once requested.

Time Needed:

Do you reside in a foster home, are a ward of the state, or are homeless?

Does your family receive low-income public assistance or live in federally subsidized public housing?

Is your family’s total income at or below the USDA levels for free or reduced-price lunches listed in the chart below?


Number in Household (including student): Total Annual Income before Taxes (in last calendar year):
1 $21,775.00
2 $29,471.00
3 $37,167.00
4 $44,863.00
5 $52,559.00
6 $60,255.00
Each additional plus $7,696.00 each