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Need Assistance with Tuition and Books?

CPPJ and the Louisiana Workforce Commission have joined together in an effort to provide book and tuition assistance to those who are accepted into a college but have not yet enrolled or have not yet scheduled their classes. Please see the attached file for more information. Tuition and Book Assistance

PROPELLER CLUB, PORTS OF SW LOUISIANA

One-time scholarship for up to 5 seniors attending an accredited college, or a maritime related trade school. There are awards ranging from $500 to $2500.

To qualify for consideration of the scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria:

#1 Must have an immediate family member who is employed in the commercial maritime industries, or their employment is a direct result of the maritime industry. Commercial maritime industries would include commercial fishing, tug or barge operations, dredging, dock worker and oil/gas, etc.

-OR-

#2 They are sponsored by a member of our organization, in good standing.

All requests should be submitted via email to the email address provided on the form linked in the title above before 1/15/26.

Iowa High Rabbit Festival Scholarships

Iowa Rabbit Festival Scholarships are available on our website at: Scholarships. They can be returned to our PO Box on the application or to the email on the application.

They are giving 5 - $1000 traditional scholarships as they have in the past.

This year they will also be giving 2 - $1000 Technical School Scholarships. These will be for students attending a technical school and majoring in PTECH, Instrumentation, and/or Electrical. This was made possible through a partnership with one of their sponsors Venture Global LNG.

Coca Cola Scholarship

Students need to be graduating high school during the 2025-2026 school year, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and to complete an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcript by September 30, 2025, at 5 p.m. Eastern.

National Association of University Women Scholarship & Book Stipend

The Lake Charles Branch of the National Association of University Women is accepting applications from high school seniors who wish to apply for our annual $1,500.00 ($750.00 per semester-maximum of two semesters) scholarship. This year we will award $1,500.00 scholarships to two African American female students. In addition to the two scholarships, we will also award two book $500.00 stipends; applicants for the book stipends can be African American males/females. Priority is placed on students with financial needs. The application forms and a flyer with qr codes were emailed to you for your convenience.

Application must be postmarked by Saturday, March 7, 2026.

Abbott & Fenner Business Scholarship

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 20th year. We will be awarding $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. Scholarship Deadline - June 10, 2026.

Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
Full details are available on our site.

AES Engineering Scholarship Criteria

Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

How to Apply

AI generated applications will not be accepted.

Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:

When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?

Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 8, 2026

Submit essay to scholarships@aesengineers.com

There is no application packet for this award. Please do not include your resume at this time. Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year.

Heisman High School Scholarship

Joe & Lucille B. Foreman Scholarship

IHS Graduate with a 3.0 GPA who plans to attend McNeese State University.

Lake Charles Pan-Hellenic Scholarship

This year the Lake Charles Council will be awarding (2) $500.00 scholarships.

The applicant must have high moral standards, have a 3.0 grade point average or better, must have participated in extracurricular activities, have a low percentage of absences and good conduct. The applicant must reside in Calcasieu Parish.

Deadline of Monday, April 4, 2025

PCA Mill All Majors Scholarship

Qualifications are: Graduating Senior accepted to attend a 4-year university full-time with a declared major. Reside within 50 miles of the DeRidder PCA mill, have at least a 3.0 GPA and successfully complete and submit the application by the 12/29/25 deadline.

PCA Mill Engineering Majors Scholarship

Qualifications are: Graduating Senior accepted to attend a 4-year university full-time with a declared major in Chemical, Electrical, Paper Science/Engineering, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil or Environmental Engineering. Reside within 50 miles of the DeRidder PCA mill, have at least a 3.0 GPA and successfully complete and submit the application by the 12/29/25 deadline.

Shrimp Alliance Scholarship

The Southern Shrimp Alliance is excited to share our scholarship opportunity — offering up to $1,000 per recipient and a total of $16,000 in scholarships to support students pursuing college, trade school, or other post-secondary programs.

Key Details:

Application Opens: January 16, 2026
Application Deadline: April 3, 2026
Eligibility: Open to students in TX, LA, MS, AL, FL, GA, SC, and NC
Any field of study or post-secondary institution

General Education and Mental Health Scholarship

To raise awareness as to the causes, consequences and treatment of addiction, Seasons in Malibu, a luxury addiction treatment center, is seeking to reward essay applicants $1,500 in scholarships- for students entering college or already enrolled in a higher education institution.

The aim of the scholarship is to bring attention as to why addiction, in various forms, is becoming more prevalent in our society and how can we address the issue of an increasing number of people dealing with addiction.

The scholarship is open to any major who can shed light on this issue. It may be a personal story that you can share or a more researched essay.

Submission Requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in either High School, University or College as full-time students. There will be 2 contest submission dates. To be eligible for the contest submit your essay by one submission date.

Round 1: January 1st – May 31st
Winners Announced July 1st

Round 2: July 1st – November 30th
Winners Announced December 31st

QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN YOUR ESSAY / APPLICATION

Why do you believe we as a nation are dealing with an addiction crisis?
What are the consequences of this addiction for the individual and society?
How can we remedy the crisis on both the individual and societal level?

Participating in our annual scholarship constitutes your consent to use personal information for the purpose of offering the scholarship and reporting to the appropriate tax authorities. We will not share your personal information with any other person or entities, or use your personal information for marketing purposes.

US Presidential Scholarship

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established to recognize and honor some of our nation's most distinguished graduating high school students selected on the basis of outstanding scholarship. All high school seniors graduating between January and August 2026, who are U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents and who attend public, parochial, or independent schools, as well as those who are home-schooled, are eligible. School systems can submit, for LDOE consideration, up to two students in the General Component and up to two students in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Component. The Department can nominate up to 10 males and 10 females AND up to 5 additional students for the CTE recognition component.

This is a recognition program, not a scholarship program. The 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars will be selected by the Commission on Presidential Scholars and receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion.

In order to recommend students for nomination to the program, school systems are required to submit to the LDOE a parental release form for each nominated student and complete a JotForm application for each student by 5 p.m. January 30, 2026.

Please contact stephanie.marcum@la.gov with questions.

Cal-Cam Orthopedic Disability Scholarship

MSU students from Calcasieu or Cameron Parishes with a physician verified orthopedic disability and acceptable academic credentials.

JustinDemaryScholarshipApplication

March 2, 2026 Deadline

The Justin Demary Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a Southwest Louisiana graduating senior who participates in athletics and personifies the following qualities of character that defined Justin's life:
* Humble Leadership -leading with actions not words
* Resilience - fighting through adversity with a positive can-do attitude
*Intellect - committed to intellectual growth and lifelong learning
*Tenacity - determined and goal oriented

FCA Kyle Broussard Scholarship

In order to promote the ideals of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and recognize and encourage Christian leadership among the youth of our community, The Kyle Andrew Broussard FCA Memorial Scholarship is offering TWO $2,000 college scholarships: one for a male and one for a female. The Scholarship will pay $1,000.00 per semester for two semesters.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDACY

A committed Christian, whose beliefs are in full agreement with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Statement of Faith (enclosed in the packet); A student whose life exemplifies the ideals of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Entering college freshman; An active participant in FCA programs and has played a sport in High School; A good student academically, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

DEADLINE to apply is April 1, 2026

H & H Chemicals Scholarship

Please note that this scholarship is for students planning to pursue a degree in education. It is a one-time award of $1000. The scholarship is due to by February 28th

Lake Area Scholarship

The Lake Charles Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and The Lake Area Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2023 Scholarship. Four $500 Scholarships will be awarded to the graduating seniors of Calcasieu Parish. Students will complete the application along with writing a 250-word essay on "How would this scholarship be beneficial to you?" The application deadline is April 15, 2023. Recipients will receive their award on Saturday, May 27th at the Lake Area Foundation Black and White Gala.

Simon Youth Foundation offers scholarships to seniors that live near a Simon Mall. Prien Lake Mall is a Simon-owned mall. Click on the purple title to access the website.

Lake Charles Alumnae Foundation Scholarship
The Lake Charles Alumnae Foundation awards scholarships based on the following criteria to be reviewed by the Foundation Board: Academic Accomplishments, References, and Personal Essay. Scholarship funds of $1,000.00 are paid directly to the school.
DEADLINE FOR THE APPLICATION IS 21 FEBRUARY 2025.

Hagan Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide four-year need-based merit scholarship providing each recipient with the opportunity to graduate from college debt-free, providing up to $6,000 each semester. After graduation from college, Hagan Scholars can apply for a 2-year extension of their scholarship to attend graduate school or a professional school, receiving $6,000 each semester.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

Must attend an eligible public high school
Must have achieved a 3.5 GPA
Must enroll in an eligible college or university
Must maintain a 4 year or less graduation schedule
Applicant's Adjusted Household Income reported for Federal Income Tax Purposes must not Exceed $85,000

Horatio Alger Association

The Horatio Alger Association is excited to announce that we have opened our scholarship application for the 2024 Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs. We would like to invite current high school juniors from your high school who meet eligibility requirements to apply.

In keeping with the educational mission of the Horatio Alger Association, the scholarship programs provide financial assistance to students in the US who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Scholarship criteria also include: commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree starting September 2024, and US citizenship. The Association will be awarding more than 600scholarships across the country valued at $10,000 - $25,000 each to deserving scholarship recipients. More information about the scholarships and eligibility may be found on our website.

School House Connection Youth Leadership & Scholarship Program

The SHC Youth Leadership and Scholarship Program Provides:

$2,000 scholarship award
One-on-one help with college enrollment and financial aid, mental health advocacy and referrals, legal advocacy and referrals, and assistance with locating local resources
A stable peer and adult support network
Meaningful opportunities to engage in state and federal advocacy

Eligibility:

Currently residing in the United States (undocumented students are eligible)
Born on or after October 15, 2002
Beginning college (four year, community college, or trade school) for the first time in 2023 (not including dual-enrollment courses)
Experienced homelessness in the last six years

Application Requirements:

1000 Word Essay
Transcript (Unofficial is Acceptable)
One Letter of Recommendation

Shearman Foundation Scholarship

MSU Black Alumni Chapter Application

Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship

The deadline for this scholarship application is February 13, 2026 (must be received and postmarked by this date). This application is also available on the chapter's website.

The EnergyRates.ca College Scholarship is a yearly (ongoing) scholarship by EnergyRates.ca. Every year, we award outstanding students for their essays on the energy industry. We would be glad if you could inform your students of our scholarship by linking our page to your “Scholarships” page. Students from all fields are welcome to apply.

The deadline for the 2023 competition is January 31, 2024 (The deadline is January 31 annually). We are offering a $500 scholarship to any student planning to enroll or currently enrolled in an American or Canadian post-secondary educational institution in the coming year (USD 500 for Americans or CAD 500 for Canadians). All you must do to be eligible for the scholarship is write an essay in English or French, no more than 500 words in length, telling us where you see the future of the energy industry. You can talk about anything you want — green energy, oil politics, the continued use of nuclear power, your own ideas and innovations — so long as it’s about energy in the world of tomorrow. What do you think people will be reading about in the news in a few years?

Please feel free to check technical details regarding submissions, past winners, rules and requirements at the official scholarship website: https://energyrates.ca/energyrates-ca-scholarship/