Freshman Academic Scholarships
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Apply for Fall 2020 Freshman Scholarships:
- Complete the Application for Admission and Scholarships before the deadline
- Deadline for Priority Consideration: December 1
- Final Deadline: March 1
- Submit all documents/information (official test scores, transcripts, etc.) to determine admission eligibility
- Awarding will begin October 1 and will continue until funding is exhausted
- Awards are only made to accepted students who are eligible to enroll in college-level English and math
- Housing/Meal scholarships only apply to campus housing/meals for students residing on campus
- Scholarships are available for 8 regular semesters provided 12 credit hours are earned each regular semester and the specified GPA is maintained
| GPA | Fees/Book Award* | Campus Housing/Meals | 4-Year Value |
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Presidential Award
ACT 30-36 – or – SAT 1360-1600
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| 3.50 – 4.00 | $2,500 | $3,000 | $44,000 |
| 3.20 – 3.49 | $2,300 | $3,000 | $42,400 |
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University Scholars Award
ACT 27-29 – or – SAT 1260-1350
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| 3.50 – 4.00 | $2,400 | $2,500 | $39,200 |
| 3.20 – 3.49 | $2,200 | $2,500 | $37,600 |
| GPA | Fees/Book Award* | Campus Housing/Meals | 4-Year Value |
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John McNeese Award
ACT 24-26 – or – SAT 1160-1250
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| 3.50 – 4.00 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $32,000 |
| 3.20 – 3.49 | $1,800 | $2,000 | $30,400 |
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Academic Excellence Award
ACT 21-23 – or – SAT 1060-1150
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| 3.50 – 4.00 | $1,500 | $1,000 | $20,000 |
| 3.20 – 3.49 | $1,250 | $1,000 | $18,000 |
Other Freshman Scholarships Opportunities
H.C. Drew Scholarship
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
- Enrollment in one of the following areas of study: Agricultural Sciences, Biological Science, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Engineering, Family Science, Nursing, Radiologic Sciences and Medical Laboratory Science
- Southwest Louisiana Resident
McNeese Foundation Freshman Honor Award
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
Distinguished Achievement Award
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
- Possess distinctive characteristics, abilities or leadership qualities
Louisiana Lagniappe Scholarship
Eligibility:
- 3.00 GPA or above
Out-of-State Fee Waiver Awards
McNeese Access Award
Eligibility:
- ACT 21 or SAT 1060
- 2.25 GPA or above
- Readiness for college-level English and math
Value:
- $2,500 per semester
McNeese Special Achievement Award
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
- High achievement in debate, visual arts or dance, music or theater performance; cheerleaders; flag corps; spirit groups; and the Student Government Association president
- Participation in said activity
Value:
- $2,500 per semester
Apply for 2019 Freshman Scholarships:
| Academic Excellence Award | John McNeese Scholars Award | Presidential Scholarship | ||
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| ACT 23-24 OR SAT 1130-1190 | ACT 25-26 OR SAT 1200-1270 | ACT 27-29 OR SAT 1280-1380 | ACT 30-36 OR SAT 1390-1600 | |
| 3.75 – 4.00 GPA | $1,100 per semester Total value for 8 semesters: $8,800 |
$1,500 per semester + $500 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $16,000 |
$1,800 per semester + $750 for meals + $900 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $27,600 |
$2,000 per semester + $1,500 for meals + $1,200 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $37,600 |
| 3.50 – 3.74 GPA | $1,000 per semester Total value for 8 semesters: $8,000 |
$1,400 per semester + $500 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $15,200 |
$1,700 per semester + $500 for meals + $600 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $22,400 |
$2,000 per semester + $1,000 for meals + $1,100 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $32,800 |
| 3.25 – 3.49 GPA | $1,200 per semester + $500 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $13,600 |
$1,600 per semester + $500 for meals + $600 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $21,600 |
$1,750 per semester + $750 for meals + $900 for housing Total value for 8 semesters: $27,200 |
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Other Freshman Scholarships Opportunities
H.C. Drew Scholarship
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
- Enrollment in one of the following areas of study: Agricultural Sciences, Biological Science, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Engineering, Family Science, Nursing, Radiologic Sciences and Medical Laboratory Science
- Southwest Louisiana Resident
McNeese Foundation Freshman Honor Award
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
Distinguished Achievement Award
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
- Possess distinctive characteristics, abilities or leadership qualities
Louisiana Lagniappe Scholarship
Eligibility:
- 3.00 GPA or above
Out-of-State Fee Waiver Awards
McNeese Access Award
Eligibility:
- ACT 21 or SAT 1060
- 2.25 GPA or above
- Readiness for college-level English and math
Value:
- $2,500 per semester
McNeese Special Achievement Award
Eligibility:
- 2.50 GPA or above
- High achievement in debate, visual arts or dance, music or theater performance; cheerleaders; flag corps; spirit groups; and the Student Government Association president
- Participation in said activity
Value:
- $2,500 per semester