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Freshman Academic Scholarships

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Apply for Fall 2023 Freshman Scholarships:

  • Complete the Application for Admission and Scholarships before the deadline
  • Application Deadline: December 1, 2022
  • 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 scholarships only apply to campus housing 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

Determining Eligibility:

  • 6-semester GPA on a 4.00 scale (at the end of junior year)
  • Minimum qualifying score earned by October 2022 ACT/SAT test dates
  • Awards are only made to accepted student eligible to enroll in college-level English and math

Fall 2023 Freshman Academic Scholarships

GPA Fees/Books Awards* Campus Housing* 1-Year Value
Presidential Award
ACT 30-36 / SAT 1360-1600
3.75+ $2,000 $1,250 $6,500
3.50 – 3.74 $2,000 $1,250 $6,500
3.25 – 3.49 $1,750 $1,250 $6,000
University Scholars Award
ACT 27-29 / SAT 1260-1350
3.75+ $1,800 $1,000 $5,600
3.50 – 3.74 $1,700 $1,000 $5,400
3.25 – 3.49 $1,600 $1,000 $5,200
GPA Fees/Books Awards* Campus Housing* 1-Year Value
John McNeese Award
ACT 25-26 / SAT 1200-1250
3.75+ $1,000 $300 $2,600
3.50 – 3.74 $900 $300 $2,400
3.25 – 3.49 $800 $300 $2,200
Academic Excellence Award
ACT 23-24 / SAT 1130-1190
3.75+ $900 – $1,800
3.50 – 3.74 $750 – $1,500

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
    • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Southwest Louisiana Resident

Value: $250-$1,250/semester

Talent Award

Eligibility:

Proficiency in one of the following activities:

  • art
  • music performance (instrumental and voice)
  • band
  • debate
  • theatre
  • Cowgirl Kickers
  • cheerleading
  • rodeo

Proficiency is demonstrated through an audition or portfolio presentation. For more information, contact the appropriate department.

Value: Varies by area

McNeese Foundation Freshman Honor Award

Eligibility:

  • 2.50 GPA or above
  • Posses leadership quality

Value: $250 – $1,000/semester

Distinguished Achievement Award

Eligibility:

  • 2.50 GPA or above
  • Possess leadership characteristics, abilities or qualities

Value: $250 – $1,000/semester

Louisiana Lagniappe Scholarship

Eligibility:

  • 3.00 GPA or above

Value: $250 – $1,000/semester