Top 36 Louisiana Scholarships in April 2024

The Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) is a program of state merit-based scholarships for Louisiana residents who attend either one of the Louisiana Public Colleges and Universities, Louisiana Community and Technical College System schools, Louisiana-approved Proprietary and Cosmetology Schools, or institutions that are a part of the Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, meet TOPS Louisiana residency requirements, complete all required units on the TOPS or TOPS Tech core curricula, and meet minimum core GPA and ACT composite score requirements (vary by award level). There are four types of TOPS scholarships available: the Opportunity Award, Performance Award, Honors Award, and Tech Award. As each has unique eligibility requirements, we recommend checking out the TOPS webpage to learn more. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must complete either the TOPS Online Application or the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The John R. Justice Student Loan Repayment Program in Louisiana is a fantastic opportunity for state and federal public defenders and state prosecutors. This program provides payment for eligible educational loans (both Federal Family Education Loan Program and Federal Direct Loans). To qualify, applicants must agree to remain employed as public defenders and prosecutors for at least three years. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to have your loans paid off while pursuing your passion for justice. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who is residing in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico and is actively pursuing a career in information and records management? If so, the Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,000 to multiple applicants enrolled in a four-year program or Graduate School and $1,000 to applicants enrolled in a two-year program. The number of scholarships awarded per school year will be determined by the Fund Trustees. If you're residing in the Southwest (Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico) and are pursuing a degree/career in information and records management, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The AFCEA Mort Marks ROTC Scholarship is an incredible opportunity for Navy or Marine Corps ROTC students attending a university in the AFCEA Mid-South Region. This includes the states of: Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the northwest panhandle of Florida. This scholarship is awarded annually to students whose degree and major align with the mission of AFCEA. To apply, candidates must submit two letters of recommendation and a letter of nomination from their ROTC unit Professor of Military Science, Professor of Naval Science, Professor of Aerospace Studies, or designated Commanding Officer. Check out the scholarship's website for a full list of qualified majors and take advantage of this amazing opportunity!Show Less

The Sidney B. Meadows Scholarship Endowment Fund is offered to students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate ornamental horticulture program or related discipline at a four-year institution, must be currently enrolled in good standing and must carry a full-time compliment of courses at time of application and during the semester the scholarship is granted. Also, student must be in a junior or senior standing at time of application in a four-year curriculum (having completed the first two years and at least two horticulture courses) or a graduate student standing in a horticultural masters or doctoral program. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The LOSFA Chafee Educational and Training Voucher (ETV) Program awards up to $5,000 annually during the academic year to Louisiana residents who are qualified undergraduate and graduate students who have been in the foster care system so they can pursue an academic college education or technical and skill training in college to be prepared to enter the workforce. Applicants must also be between the ages of 14 and 26, have been in or exited/aged out of the foster care system, and submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Bear in mind that the actual award amount will be determined by the student’s financial need. If you're a Lousiana resident and current or aspiring post-secondary student who was or is currently in foster care, we encourage you to apply. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Louisiana resident attending an in-state post-secondary institution and have received a federal Pell Grant? If so, you may be eligible for the GO Grant! Each year, the GO Grant awards between $300 and $3,000 to eligible Louisiana college students who have remaining financial need after deducting Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) and all federal/state/institutional grant or scholarship aid (“gift aid”) from their Cost of Attendance. The grant was established to provide a need-based component to Louisiana's financial aid plan to support nontraditional and low to moderate-income students who need additional aid to afford the cost of attending college. To apply, interested students must simply submit their FAFSA. If you're a Lousiana college student looking for additional help funding your education, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a full-time undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in forestry, wildlife, or marine science at a Louisiana public university? If so, consider applying for the Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,000 and $3,000 to undergraduate and graduate students, respectively. These scholarships can be renewed for up to three years of undergraduate study and two years of graduate study, so long as winners continue to meet the eligibility criteria. The scholarship is provided by the Louisana Office of Student Financial Assistance.  If you fit their scholarship criteria and have a passion for the natural world (and sciences) around us, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a Black/African resident of Arkansas, California, Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Oregon, or Texas who is a current high school senior or college underclassman? If so, you may be eligible for the Jerry Morris and Summer Houston Scholarships! Each year, the scholarships award up to $2,000 to help assist multiple African American students in defraying the cost of higher education. Recipients will be chosen on the basis of scholastic ability and leadership, and should also be active in extracurricular school/community activities and demonstrate social awareness and involvement. If you're a Black, current or incoming college student from Arkansas, California, Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Oregon, or Texas, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a college-bound high school senior from Louisiana who will be attending an in-state university? Further, are you an active member of a Louisiana 4-H Club or FFA Chapter? If so, you may be eligible for the Ark-La-Tex Agricultural Council Scholarship Program! The program annually awards $1,000 each to multiple selected applicants, with the possibility of renewal for up to four years. To apply, interested students must submit a high school transcript, their ACT scores, the past 3 years of their 4-H Club or FFA record book with supporting materials, at least two letters of recommendation, and pictures of any Louisiana State Livestock Shows they've attended. If you're a Louisiana resident and incoming college student who's an active member of a Louisiana 4-H Club or FFA Chapter, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Black, college-bound high school senior or current college student who will be enrolled in an accredited university for this upcoming academic year? If so, you may be eligible for the Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest! Each quarter, the contest awards $8,000 to the top four (4) applicants who submit an essay (500 words or less) or a video (3 minutes or less) about how someone they know has (1) inspired them and (2) given them the confidence to achieve their goals. The scholarship is offered four times a year, with deadlines every March, June, September, and December. Bear in mind that applicants must also reside in a state with Regions Bank full-service branches to apply. To find out whether or not your state is eligible, keep on reading. If it is, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum Scholarship is open to female postsecondary students who are pursuing a STEM degree and interested in a career in STEM. Applicants must be attending an institution in a southern state (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Texas or West Virginia), and are eligible to earn between $1,000 and $5,000 to go toward their education. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more, and get a headstart on your career.Show Less