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Scholarships 2022-23: Helpful Tip - I try to put them in order of due date
Scholarships 2021-22: Helpful Tip - I try to put them in order of due dates
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Make a new e-mail address that is just for scholarship information
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Sign up for fastweb.com (use a new email address because you will get TONS of emails)
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Don't ever pay for scholarship searches (always a scam)
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Make a habit of searching for scholarships on your own. Look up things related to your student. Ex. scholarships for color guard, scholarships for people with diabetes, scholarships for Veteran's children etc
We invite you to "like" the LA Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) Facebook page for valuable Scholarship info & College savings tips: https://www.facebook.com/pg/LOSFA/posts/?ref=page_internal
Heisman High School Scholarship: https://heismanscholarship.com/
Students must submit their application by October 19, 2021 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
The application must be reviewed and submitted by the school official listed in the application by October 21, 2021 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program: https://provost.utdallas.edu/mcdermott-scholars
The priority deadline for applications to The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) and the Collegium V Honors Program is coming up soon! Any of your students interested in merit scholarships or college honors at UT Dallas such as the Eugene McDermott Scholars Program or the Academic Excellence Scholarship (AES) must apply for admission to the University by Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021.
The application for the Eugene McDermott Scholars Program will be opening soon. Steps for potential eligibility:
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Submit a UT Dallas application (with optional materials) by the priority deadline.
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Rank in the top academic 10th of the applicant pool as determined by UT Dallas Admissions' transcript evaluation.
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Receive a UT Dallas merit scholarship offer (usually AES).
The McDermott Scholars Program provides more than the cost of attendance and includes tuition, stipends, and enrichment resources such as study abroad funding and group travel.
The McDermott application will be due on Friday, Jan. 28, 2022.
Elk's Most Valuable Student Scholarship: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
National BETA Scholarship: (Open to seniors who meet academic requirements listed on BETA website below)
http://www.betaclub.org/scholarship/scholarship-info
Deadline: January 20, 2022
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Applicants or their parents must be current members of the Louisiana Farm Bureau® Federation.
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Applicants must have earned a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher for 4 years of high school.
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Applicants must graduate from high school in the spring of 2022.
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Applicants must attend an accredited Louisiana college or university during the fall and spring immediately following their high school graduation. The scholarship may not be deferred and is not available for summer terms.
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Applicants must pursue a career in agriculture by choosing a curriculum in agriculture, vocational agriculture, agribusiness, agriscience, or other curriculum directly benefiting the agricultural sector of Louisiana’s economy.
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Scholarship winners must earn a minimum grade point average of 2.5 during the first semester or quarter of fall 2022 and maintain a major course of study in agriculture for the remainder of the academic year to qualify for the additional payments.
South Louisiana Electric Cooperatie Association (SLECA) Scholarship:
*Qualifying student must reside in an area served by SLECA or have a parent who is an owner of a business that is a SLECA member. Find application here:
http://sleca.com/CommunityProgs/Scholarships.ASP
Due March 31, 2022
Terrebonne Retired Teachers Association:
Scholarship form below. Due March 31, 2022. Completed forms must be turned into Mrs. Jessica by March 30, 2022.
South LA Bank Scholarship:
The directors, officers and the employees of South Louisana Bank are excited to offer the Warren H. Bourgeois Memorial Scholarship to study a business curriculum at Nicholls State University. The scholarship is for four consecutive years in the amount of $1,500 per semester (fall and spring semesters only). As noted on the application form, certain initial and ongoing criteria apply. The scholarship will be awarded to a different Terrebonne Parish graduate each year. Due April 25, 2022.
The completed applications, along with the additional information, should be mailed to the following:
Randy Bernard, South LA Bank, PO Box 1718, Houma, LA 70361
Men's College Scholarship:
The scholarship is designed to identify and reward outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in the fields of academics, extra-curricular school activities, and community involvement. The scholarship is available to any male, graduating senior from an accredited high school who is enrolling in a four-year undergraduate college program that commences in the fall. The scholarship is awarded through the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence, a registered 501(c)3 organization. Current or future membership in a fraternity is not required. Apply by April 1, 2022.
Apply here: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/79371-Foundation-For-Fraternal-Excellence-
Gerald Daigle Scholarship granted by LePetit Theatre de Terrebonne:
Must have a desire to obtain a major or minor college degree in an arts-related field.
For the purpose of this scholarship, an arts-related field will include music, dance,
communication arts, theatre, etc. Due April 15, 2022
Kiwanis Club of Houma
The Instructions, Information and Application for the Kiwanis Club of Houma, LA John Woodard Memorial Scholarship is available on the Club website at http://kiwanishouma.com/ under “News” on the right side of the page.
The deadline for returning the Application Package is Monday, April 25, 2022.
Medical Society of Terrebonne Scholarship Application
Consideration is given to students of high moral character who are involved in extracurricular and community activities. The following criteria have been established:
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Financial need
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Resident of Terrebonne Parish
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Maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher
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ACT score of 21 or higher
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Enrollment in a health related field is not required
Women’s Business Alliance of Houma
Eligibility Requirements:
. Applicant must be a female graduating from high school in Terrebonne or Lafourche parishes.
2. Applicant must be entering a Louisiana college in the year of graduation.
3. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
Scholarships 2020-21: Helpful Tip - I try to put them in order of due dates
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Make a new e-mail address that is just for scholarship information
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Sign up for fastweb.com (use a new email address because you will get TONS of emails)
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Don't ever pay for scholarship searches (always a scam)
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Make a habit of searching for scholarships on your own. Look up things related to your student. Ex. scholarships for color guard, scholarships for people with diabetes, scholarships for Veteran's children etc
We invite you to "like" the LA Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) Facebook page for valuable Scholarship info & College savings tips: https://www.facebook.com/pg/LOSFA/posts/?ref=page_internal
QuestBridge National College Match: The 2019 National College Match application is due on September 29, 2020.
(Academically outstanding high school seniors from households earning less than $65,000/year for a typical family of four.)
https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/national-college-match
2020 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards: Students in 5th-12th grade who has a heavy volunteer record can apply. Applicants can go to: spirit.prudential.com to apply by Nov 10, 2020.
Horatio Alger Association National and State Scholarships-Due October 26th Must demonstrate financial need ($55,000 or lower gross adjusted annual income).
Apply online only: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/66358-Horatio-Alger-Association
Rice Investment Opportunity: Pays for tuition, room, books etc. https://financialaid.rice.edu/
Louisiana College Scholarships Page: https://www.lacollege.edu/future-students/grants-scholarships/
Coca-Cola Foundation Scholarships: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/ The first Coca-Cola scholarship is due by 5pm on Oct. 31st. There are multiple scholarships listed on this page from the Coca-Cola foundation and you can you scroll down to the bottom of the page where other useful search engines are listed.
Ron Brown Scholarship: Must be African American, excel academically, exceptional leadership, have community service, have financial need. Due January 9, 2021. Apply online: https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/rbsp-application
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: Apply and get details online. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/Legacy.cfm
The deadline for applications is February 5, 2021 at 11:59 a.m. Central Time.
College Board Opportunity Scholarships: A Clearer Path to College - Requirements & Deadlines: cb.org/opportunity
The National Honor Society Scholarship: Senior members of an active NHS chapter who are in good standing are eligible to apply for an NHS Scholarship. Deadline to apply: Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 5 p.m. ET) https://www.nhs.us/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/
Heisman High School Scholarship: https://heismanscholarship.com/ min GPA of 3.0, in 1 eligible sport, a leader in community, a role model in your school. There are 2 phases of this scholarship:
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Students must submit their application by October 20, 2020 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
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The application must be reviewed and submitted by the school official listed in the application by October 22, 2020 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
Southeastern University Priority Scholarships: Apply before Jan 15th, 2020 https://www.southeastern.edu/admin/fin_aid/scholarships/freshman-sch/index.html
National BETA Scholarship Program: ONLY 12th grade BETA seniors. Must have member ID to apply. Will need to upload your transcript and ACT scores directly to the application site. Apply online at: http://www.betaclub.org/scholarship/scholarship-info
Jon Cade Memorial Scholarship: Must have a 3.0 GPA and attending a LA college or community college. Applications, including all required data, must be postmarked by Feb 1, 2021
http://joncadeclemonsmemorial.com/?page_id=5
PB&J Scholarship:
https://scholarsapp.com/scholarship/pbj-scholarship
Deadline: 12/31/20
Farm Bureau Insurance Scholarship:
Please visit www.lafarmbureau.org/foundation for eligibility requirements. Due date is March 5, 2021 and must be received at the Terrebonne Parish Farm Bureau Office, 282 Corporate Dr, Houma, LA 70360 before this date.
Gordon "Bubba" Dove, Jr. Memorial Scholarship:
Due date is March 19, 2021. Applications must be turned in to Mrs Jessica by March 18. Application Below:
Southeastern Louisiana Home Builders Association Scholarships (For students going into a building related program such as Electrician, Drafting, Design, HVAC (A/C and Heating), Plumbing, Carpentry, Construction Management, etc.)
Email or mail the completed application to: Email: slhba@att.net Subject Line: SLHBA Scholarship or Mail: Southeastern Louisiana Home Builders Association Scholarships 147 Capital Boulevard, Suite A Houma, LA 70360 Deadline to apply is April 15, 2021. Application Below:
Terrebonne Retired Teachers Association Scholarship: Deadline is May 3, 2021. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA to apply. Application Below:
Scholarships 2019-2020:
Helpful Tip - I try to put them in order of due dates
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Make a new e-mail address that is just for scholarship information
-
Sign up for fastweb.com (use a new email address because you will get TONS of emails)
-
Don't ever pay for scholarship searches (always a scam)
-
Make a habit of searching for scholarships on your own. Look up things related to your student. Ex. scholarships for color guard, scholarships for people with diabetes, scholarships for Veteran's children etc
https://www.facebook.com/pg/LOSFA/posts/?ref=page_internal
QuestBridge National College Match: The 2019 National College Match application is due on September 26, 2019.
(Academically outstanding high school seniors from households earning less than $65,000/year for a typical family of four.)
https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/national-college-match
Rice Investment Opportunity: Pays for tuition, room, books etc. https://financialaid.rice.edu/
Horatio Alger Association National and State Scholarships-Due October 25th Must demonstrate financial need ($55,000 or lower gross adjusted annual income).
Apply online only: https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/
Louisiana College Scholarships Page: https://www.lacollege.edu/future-students/grants-scholarships/
Coca-Cola Foundation Scholarships: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/ The first Coca-Cola scholarship is due by 5pm on Oct. 31st. There are multiple scholarships listed on this page from the Coca-cola foundation and you can you scroll down to the bottom of the page where other useful search engines are listed.
Ron Brown Scholarship: Must be African American, excel academically, exceptional leadership, have community service, have financial need. Due Nov. 1st. Apply online: https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/rbsp-application
2020 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards: Any Jr or Sr high school student who has a heavy volunteer record can apply. Go to https://spirit.prudential.com/apply/2020 Due Nov. 5th
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: Apply and get details online. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/Legacy.cfm
The deadline for applications is January 31, 2020 at 11:59 a.m. Central Time.
College Board Opportunity Scholarships: A Clearer Path to College - Requirements & Deadlines: cb.org/opportunity
The National Honor Society Scholarship: Senior members of an active NHS chapter who are in good standing are eligible to apply for an NHS Scholarship. Deadline to apply: 11:59 pm PST on December 6, 2019 https://www.nhs.us/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/
Heisman High School Scholarship: https://heismanscholarship.com/ min GPA of 3.0, in 1 eligible sport, a leader in community, a role model in your school. There are 2 phases of this scholarship:
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Students must submit their application by October 29, 2019 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
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The application must be reviewed and submitted by the school official listed in the application by October 31, 2019 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.
Southeastern University Priority Scholarships: Apply before Jan 15th, 2020. https://www.southeastern.edu/admin/fin_aid/scholarships/index.html
George Rodrigue Foundation: A visual arts competition. Due Jan. 17th, 2020. 15 LA finalists will share in $45,000 for college. OPEN TO JUNIORS & SENIORS. For details visit: http://georgerodriguefoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarship-art-contest/
National BETA Scholarship Program: ONLY 12th grade BETA seniors. Must have member ID to apply. Will need to upload your transcript and ACT scores directly to the application site. Apply online at: http://www.betaclub.org/scholarship/scholarship-info
Hamilton Award: JUNIORS ONLY Due January 29th 2020 The Hamilton Award recognizes young people for their academic, personal, service and entrepreneurial accomplishments, and 35-40 students are selected annually to participate in the Alexander Hamilton Scholars (AHS) leadership program. Our winners are high-achieving, service-focused high school juniors with grit, perseverance, and demonstrated need. All applicants should be college-bound, and committed to participating in our rigorous leadership program, designed to provide a comprehensive network of support and practical guidance to Alexander Hamilton Scholars as they transition from high school to college and beyond. AHS is named for Alexander Hamilton, the only founding father born into poverty. As a result of mentorship, guidance, and a scholarship to attend college, Hamilton was able to leave a lasting legacy that forever changed the United States. With AHS’ support, our Scholars strive to do the same.
https://www.hamiltonscholars.org/apply
Jon Cade Memorial Scholarship: Must have a 3.0 GPA and attending a LA college or community college. Applications, including all required data, must be postmarked by January 31st, 2020.
http://joncadeclemonsmemorial.com/?page_id=5
LA Office of Student Financial Assistance December Scholarships: https://www.facebook.com/118977942549/posts/10157308289322550?d=n&sfns=mo
The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program https://www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott/ Due Dec 12, 2019
Louisiana Farm Bureau Foundation, Inc "The Linda and Wayne Zaunbrecher Scholarship":
Applications are in the office. Due date: Feb 14, 2020.
Southern University Navy ROTC: http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/MSI.html Due: No later than 31 December 2019
The scholarship pays full tuition and fees, a monthly stipend while in school and a book stipend each semester. These scholarships coupled with other money from the university can result in a fully funded four year college education and guaranteed employment as a Naval officer upon graduation. Additionally, prior to scholarship activation, selectees must be found fully physically and medically qualified for the NROTC Scholarship program. We will help potential applicants through the entire process – application, interviews, medical examinations, etc. In order to be eligible to apply for the scholarship, applicants must have the following minimum individual scores in the SAT/ACT Math and Verbal: ACT: 21 Math and 22 English
