Scholarships

Delia Marcel Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part-time student

Follet Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part-time student

General Scholarship Fund: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Henry Marcel Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part-time student

James Marcel Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part-time student

Larry Arceneaux Memorial Scholarship Fund: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part-time student

Parrish D’Vonne Johnfroe Memorial Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship can be pursuing any degree. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part-time student

PTK Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be a PTK member in good standing.

Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #52 Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Criminal Justice, Political Science; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Gordon “Bubba” Dove Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: IPT, Accounting, Business, Drafting, Machine Tool, Marine Diesel, Office Systems Technology, Welding, Lineworker; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

South Louisiana Bank Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Accounting, Business Administration, Office Systems Technology; Requirements: 3.0 GPA, full time student, resident of Lafourche or Terrebonne parish

Gordon “Bubba” Dove Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: IPT, Accounting, Business, Drafting, Machine Tool, Marine Diesel, Office Systems Technology, Welding, Lineworker; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Chancellor’s Breakfast – K&B Industries: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: Machine Tool; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

CORTEC, LLC Manufacturing Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be enrolled in Machine Tool or Welding

Curt Eysink Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: IPT; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Haas Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: Machine Tool; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Joe May Two-Year Workforce Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Technical Programs; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Lavigne Trades Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Technical Programs; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

LOOP, LLC. Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Electrician, IPT, Machine Tool, Marine Diesel, Technical Studies, Welding; Requirements: 2.5 GPA full time student

SCLTC Joe May Workforce Scholarship: Applicants selected for the scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Technical Programs; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Curt Eysink Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: IPT; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Haas Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: Machine Tool; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Joe May Two-Year Workforce Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Technical Programs; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Lavigne Trades Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Technical Programs; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

LOOP, LLC. Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Electrician, IPT, Machine Tool, Marine Diesel, Technical Studies, Welding; Requirements: 2.5 GPA full time student

SCLTC Joe May Workforce Scholarship: Applicants selected for the scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Technical Programs; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Curt Eysink Electrical 2-yr Workforce Endowed Scholarship - full time student, 2.5 gpa, enrolled in Electrical

The Broadway Elder Living and Rehabilitation Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: Nursing; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part time student.

Claude P. Daspit LPN Scholarship Fund: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursing the following degree: Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN); Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part time student

Dr. Matthew Matherne Memorial Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: Nursing, Allied Health; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part time student

Lavigne Allied Health/STEM Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursing the following degree options: Pre-Nursing, Allied health; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Burgieres Family 2-yr Workforce Endowed Nursing Scholarship - full time student, 2.5 gpa, and enrolled in Nursing

Dr. Matthew Matherne Memorial Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Nursing, Allied Health; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part time student

Lavigne Allied Health/STEM Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursing the following degree options: Pre-Nursing, Allied Health; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

BP IPT Two Year Workforce Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: IPT; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full or part time student.

Gordon “Bubba” Dove Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: IPT, Accounting, Business, Drafting, Machine Tool, Marine Diesel, Office Systems Technology, Welding, Lineworker; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

Enbridge Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree: IPT; Requirements: 2.5 GPA, full time student

SCIA Workforce Scholarship: Applicants selected for this scholarship must be enrolled in the Lineworker Program.

LOOP, LLC. Scholarship: Applicants for this scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Electrician, IPT, Machine Tool, Marine Diesel, Technical Studies, Welding; Requirements: 2.5 GPA full time student

The Associates Home Loan Scholarship was created with our future leaders in mind. Associates Home Loan understands that college prices are rising every year and this scholarship serves the purpose of helping one student lower their tuition expenses by $1000 and to educate the future self employed individuals about their options when it comes to self employed loans and alternative credit options. Applicants will be required to answer a simple question in the form of a 500-word essay and the winner will be selected based on the essay submitted. The Associate Home Loan Scholarship committee will select a winner by the end of April 2019. The $1000 will be sent directly to the winner’s school financial aid department. Eligibility: High school students graduating in 2018 that have been accepted into a college, university, or trade school. Students currently enrolled in a college, university, or trade school that have not yet reached their final year. Guidelines: Associates Home Loan wants to hear your answer to this question, “ What does your dream house look like?” Don’t hold back on details. This should be a short essay of no more than 500 words. Submission Deadline: March 31, 2019. https://www.associateshomeloan.com/scholarship/

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation operates the Automotive Aftermarket Scholarships Central website and, along with more than 40 other automotive organizations, awards scholarships to students who apply online. Apply for Automotive Scholarships by the March 31, 2018 deadline at www.automotivescholarships.com.  Available scholarships range from $1,000-$10,000 and will be awarded to students attending colleges and ASE/NATEF certified post-secondary Automotive, Collision, HD, or Alternate Fuel programs. The scholarships are open to full time post-secondary students. Graduating high school seniors and former recipients are welcome to apply. Each completed scholarship application is reviewed by the organizations where the student meets the qualifications.  Last year, more than 50 students received multiple awards from one application.

Donors with scholarships at the Baton Rouge Area Foundation want to help you. They believe the more you learn, the more prosperous you will be, and that you’ll enrich the communities you live in, especially those right here in Louisiana.

Bayou Industrial Group, a non-profit, non-partisan organization committed to the growth and sustainability of business and industry in the Bayou Region of southeast Louisiana, is excited to invite graduating high school seniors to apply for our scholarship program. Membership in B.I.G. is not required to apply.

Bayou Industrial Group is now accepting 2023 scholarship applications!

Deadline to apply is Sunday, April 30th.

• All applications will be completed on-line using a user-friendly system. Please make sure you take your time, follow directions, and fill out the correct application based on your individual situation.
• While the main focus of our scholarship program is still on graduating high school seniors, we will now also consider applications from non-traditional students residing in Lafourche, Terrebonne, Assumption, or St. Mary parishes.
• While the main focus of our scholarship program is still on 2 and 4 year degree programs, we will now also consider applications for students pursuing industrial certifications and non-degree programs. Scholarship amounts for these programs will depend on program costs and other factors. We recognize the importance of these certifications to the employers in our region, and we proudly support students’ efforts in attaining them since it improves our local workforce.

Scholarship program description/rules and application links can be found at bayouindustrialgroup.com/scholarships

The Law Offices of Blaine Barrilleaux is pleased to announce our Spring Scholarship. Our team is not only passionate about representing injured individuals in Louisiana but also playing an active role in our community. That is why our firm decided to create the Blaine Barrilleaux Scholarship. Our hope is that by offering educational assistance to students, we can help support future world-changers who, in return, will build a stronger community. Education is an essential tool for creating influential people who can ultimately create change. Our firm highly values education and believes every individual should have the incredible opportunity to receive an education and reach the goals set for his or her future. We want to help support the next generation of lawyers, government officials, doctors, teachers, among other professions to ensure we build a society grounded on knowledge. At the Law Offices of Blaine Barrilleaux understand that finances often limit students who desire to pursue higher education. Our team wants to support one student reach his or her educational goals by offering a scholarship opportunity.

Thibodaux City Marshal, Calvin Cooks, Sr., has announced applications are now being accepted for the Thibodaux City Marshal Calvin Cooks, Sr. Scholarship Program. All eligible students in the City of Thibodaux/Ward 2 area are encouraged to apply.

Two (2) $500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school students who are planning to attend Nicholls State University or Fletcher Technical Community College. Applicants must be a permanent resident of the City of Thibodaux/Ward 2 area and must be eligible for admission to the school indicated on the application. The award will only be paid for attendance at one of the aforementioned qualifying institutions as a full-time, undergraduate student. The scholarship is a gift, not a loan, and is awarded to defray the rising costs of tuition and related expenses in higher education. There are no restrictions on the purposes for which the scholarship is spent. The Thibodaux City Marshal Calvin Cooks, Sr. Scholarship Program awards scholarships to provide assistance to worthy students living in the City of Thibodaux/Ward 2 area in furthering their education and training with resources made available from personal funds of Calvin Cooks, Sr.

Click here for the application.

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The Camille Alyse Begnaud Military Scholarship for Educational Advancement - Big Dipper is awarded annually to retired, honorably discharged, active duty, or a member of the National Guard or Reserve. The scholarship is to provide financial assistance for service members, or veterans to aide in completing their educational goals without incurring excessive student loan debt. It’s just another way to say “thank you” to those who deserve it the most. Please email bsmscholarship@bluestarmoms.net to obtain an application. All applications must be post marked by March 31st. The Scholarship Committee recommends that applications be sent via registered certified mail or email. The Scholarship Committee is not responsible for non-performance on the part of the mail. No faxed copies will be accepted.

CFF is proud to offer quarterly awards to university and college students! This scholarship will be awarded to a citizen or a Permanent Resident of the United States who is enrolled and taking classes at an accredited college or university in the United States. CFF will grant selected applicants a $1,500 financial award for their compelling essays on fishing, outdoors and adventure activities. Each quarter, 1 student will be awarded a $1,500 scholarship. Visit https://cocodrieflyfishing.com/foundation-award/ for application dates, eligibility, and application instructions.

Lafourche Parish Office of Community Action - program goals - CSBG is designed to address the needs of low-income individuals, to improve living conditions and increase self-sufficiency. The Lafourche Parish Office of Community Action is committed to providing services and activities that will facilitate in addressing the needs of those  meeting eligibility requirements. Services and activities include training on employment, education, budgeting/financial planning, housing, nutrition, etc. Services: one month's rent mortgage, utility disconnections, lodging, food vouchers, commodity distribution, tuition/books, school/work uniforms, client education, and referrals. Contact Lafourche Parish Government 985-537-7603

At Big Blanket Co we believe everyone - regardless of -- ethnicity, background and income level -- should be able to dream BIG. We envision a future where prospects, opportunities and access to essential needs like education are more readily available to everyone than they are today. That's why we've created our Dream Big Scholarship.

We are offering a $1,500 scholarship to two exceptional students per year in the hopes of making a small difference in their lives. To qualify:

• Gross household income must be under $50,000
• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university in the United States in an undergraduate or graduate business program

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Like all scholarships, general disability scholarships are awarded on many different criteria including merit, financial need, interests, or any other relevant criteria. The scholarships are available to all individuals with disabilities, though each will have different eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application processes. Click here to find out more about each and how you can save on your education!

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The Career & Technical Scholarship Program is funded through the Horatio Alger Endowment Fund and the generosity of Association Chairman Emeritus and Endowment Fund President Walter Scott, Jr. Scholarships are awarded to students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their lives who wish to pursue a career or technical education at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States. View eligibility criteria.

The Lafourche Chamber Foundation awards scholarships to eligible high school seniors graduating from either South Lafourche High School, Central Lafourche High School, Thibodaux High School, E.D. White Catholic High School, Virtual Academy of Lafourche or Grand Isle High School. The scholarships may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Nicholls State University Award – $4,000 scholarship distributed at $500 per semester for those who remain qualified, to be paid directly to Nicholls State University in the award recipient’s name at the start of each semester, beginning the fall semester immediately following high school graduation. To receive subsequent distributions in a timely manner, the award recipient must submit their last semester’s grades and their next semester’s class schedule to the Lafourche Chamber Foundation prior to the next semester’s start date in order to determine eligibility.
2. Fletcher Technical Community College Award – $2,000 scholarship distributed at $500 per semester for those who remain qualified, to be paid directly to Fletcher Technical Community College in the award recipient’s name at the start of each semester, beginning the fall semester immediately following high school graduation. To receive subsequent distributions in a timely manner, the award recipient must submit their last semester’s grades and their next semester’s class schedule to the Lafourche Chamber Foundation prior to the next semester’s start date in order to determine eligibility.

Lafourche Chamber Foundation Scholarship Application

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre has announced applications are now being accepted for the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Association annual scholarship. All eligible students in Lafourche Parish are encouraged to apply. The $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school student who attends Nicholls State University or Fletcher Technical Community College. An applicant must be a permanent resident of Lafourche Parish and must be eligible for admission to the school indicated on the application. The award will only be paid for attendance at one of the aforementioned qualifying institutions as a full-time, undergraduate student. The scholarship is awarded as a gift, not a loan, and is awarded to defray the rising costs of tuition and related expenses in higher education. There are no restrictions on the purposes for which the scholarship is spent. Applications are available for download online at www.LPSO.net/scholarship. Completed applications can be turned in at any Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office location or mailed to Captain Brennan Matherne, P.O. Box 5608, Thibodaux, LA 70302. All applications must be received by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office no later than Thursday, April 1, 2021. An independent selection committee will review the applications and select a winner to be announced in May. There are no restrictions on applicants by reason of race, creed, color, age or national origin. The Louisiana Sheriffs’ Scholarship Program awards scholarships in all 64 parishes, providing assistance to worthy Louisiana students in furthering their education and training with resources made available through the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Honorary Membership Program.

Louisiana One Call is in their inaugural year of offering scholarships to students. The organization intends to award two academic awards and two technical scholarships in the amount of $811 each. The link is below:

https://scholarship.louisiana811.com

Our scholarships are for children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen pursuing a post-secondary education at any accredited school—whether that be a career training or trade school, community college, or four-year university. Our scholarships are need-based, and we award scholarships to every eligible applicant. It’s something we’ve been proud to do for more than 55 years. Learn more at mcsf.org/apply

Pureland Supply is located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania offering an annual $1000.00 scholarship to High School students interested in attending a Community College.  Learn more at https://www.purelandsupply.com/t-scholarship.aspx

Many private companies and veteran service organizations award scholarships annually that help veterans go back to school. One such scholarship is the AMVET Scholarship Program. Eligible veterans can get up to $1,000 annually up to four years. Click here to learn more: https://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/military-veterans/

https://sleepfamily.org/scholarship/

Applicants selected for a Shell scholarship must be pursuing the following degree options: Machine Tool, Electrical, IPT, and Welding. Requirements: 2.5 GPA, Full time or part time student. Visit Shell's website for more information.

The Thibodaux Service League will award a scholarship to a graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School or a graduate of Thibodaux High School. Recipient must be a first-time freshman at Fletcher Technical Community College and must have maintained a 3.00 GPA in high school. The scholarship of $1,000 ($500 per semester) will be awarded for two consecutive semesters to a student who demonstrates financial need. To maintain the scholarship for the second semester, the student must be considered full-time and must maintain a minimum 2.50 GPA. Preference will be given to students who have participated in community service activities, whether through service organizations in high school or on their own initiative. The applicant must supply a resume or letter explaining their service. 

The Thibodaux Service League scholarship application

The TransCanada Community Scholarships program aims to develop the local workforce and foster positive relationships where we live, work and operate. As a signature program of our Education & Training community investment focus area, TransCanada Community will be awarding more than $2,000,000 in scholarships to students across North America in 2020.

• TransCanada Community Leaders Scholarship – 101 scholarships X $2,500 and 1 scholarship X $10,000 - awarded to students who demonstrate a strong commitment to their communities through volunteerism, community participation, leadership and other activities.
• TransCanada Indigenous Legacy Scholarship – 77 scholarships X $5,000 - Offered to Native American students pursuing any full-time, post-secondary program at a registered education institute.
• TransCanada Trades Scholarship – 56 scholarships X $2,500 and 1 scholarship X $10,000 - Offered to students who are entering or enrolled in a qualifying trades program at a registered education institute. This includes, but is not limited to, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, welding, pipe fitting, and related positions etc.

Students can answer five quick questions here to see if they pre-qualify to apply.

Students who are PTK graduates are guaranteed admission to the University of Holy Cross (UHCNO) after completing an application to the university, providing all applicable UHCNO admissions standards are met. APPLY TODAY! Contact your PTK Advisor for more details.

A student may qualify for up to $5,000 in scholarship support!

For students enrolled in: Healthcare related two-year degree or certificate programs

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This comprehensive HBCU healthcare professions program, supported by founding partner AbbVie Foundation, will address barriers to advancement in healthcare professions or African Americans. Scholarships, academic and career support services will be provided to students each year pursuing certificates or two-year degree programs.

Not for you? View all open UNCF scholarship and internship opportunities at: www.uncf.org/scholarships

Walter Morales is an entrepreneur, educator, and charter school founder based in Baton Rouge, LA who is active in improving the urban education system.  After the success of his recent scholarship fund, Walter wants to help the next generation of educators in the United States and would like to give back through the “Walter Morales Grant for Future Educators”. This grant is available for students in the United States who are currently enrolled in a university, and high school students who have plans to attend a university.  The scholarship is meant to help a deserving student with scholarship funding who wishes to become an educator and has a passion for urban education.

Here is some brief information about our scholarship: 

•   2 Awards of $3,000 and $2,000 to 2 Separate Students
• Deadline for this scholarship is August 15, 2023
• A winner will be announced by September 15, 2023 

All of the details and criteria can be found on our page: https://waltermoralesgrant.com/walter-morales-grant/

You can read some press about the scholarship from the AP News here:

• Urban Educators Career Paths Get Support From the Walter Morales Grant (apnews.com)

The application period is now open for the Watermark Scholars program!

Watermark is offering women in STEM scholarships for the fall 2021 academic term to provide much-needed support for college students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)-related studies and careers.

Two students will be selected from the pool of applicants, and awardees will each receive $5,000 to help continue their education.

To participate in the Watermark Scholars program, applicants are asked to submit either a written essay, up to 500 words, or a short video on the topic of “Who has inspired you to pursue a career in science or technology, and what do you want to achieve upon graduation?” We’re looking for students who have been inspired by recent events and changes in learning and want to make a difference in their careers!

https://www.watermarkinsights.com/watermark-scholars/.

Nurses are the backbone of the US healthcare system. They work the front lines in hospitals and clinics, providing critical care to those who need it. Unfortunately the US is currently experiencing a shortage of qualified nurses. Yet as the global pandemic has demonstrated, the role of nursing has never been more important. The WiseGeek Nurse Appreciation No-Essay Scholarship is meant to support nurses and encourage more young people to consider a nursing career. The award will help current or aspiring nurses pay their student loans or tuition. Learn more at https://www.wisegeek.com/nurse-appreciation-scholarship.htm

The Women’s Business Alliance is now accepting applications for its Academic Scholarship Program.

The program, which will award two $1,000 scholarships, is available to two types of female students pursuing higher education: the graduating high-school senior and the non-traditional student.

• The nontraditional student is one age 25 or older who has returned to a Louisiana college to pursue a degree. Nontraditional applicants must be residents of Terrebonne and/or Lafourche Parishes. Nontraditional applicants must be undergraduate students who have completed one semester of college and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
• Graduating seniors must be residents of Terrebonne and/or Lafourche Parishes and have a cumulative grade-point average of at least a 3.0 and be entering a Louisiana college..

The scholarship program embodies the Women’s Business Alliance mission of improving the quality of life for women by empowering them in professional endeavors and personal relationships. The scholarship, awarded annually, aims to assist future women business leaders in pursuing their educational goals.

Women's Business Alliance of Houma

6133 Hwy. 311

Houma, La 70360

Applications may also be dropped off at the above address.

WBA Scholarship Application

Nontraditional Student Application

The Molly C. and Larene B. Woodard Nursing Scholarships for undergraduate Louisiana nursing students have been offered since 2009 and are administered by the Louisiana Nurses Foundation (LNF).  We are indebted to the legacy and estate of Mr. E. Scott Woodard for providing almost 90 nursing scholarships to date. These scholarship awards are based on eligibility and financial need. Students must be attending a state-approved school of nursing of their choice that prepares students for initial licensure as Registered Nurses.

Scholarship Requirements:

1. completed first clinical direct patient care nursing course
2. minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
3. enrolled as full-time student

Learn more information and to register.

Paying for higher education can be challenging for anyone. But for veterans, service members and their families, it’s particularly difficult. Just the amount of resources available will make your head spin. Every year, money is returned to scholarship sponsors simply because there were no applicants. Click here for more information: https://www.zippia.com/military-jobs/scholarship/