You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Video

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Advertising Education Foundation of Houston Scholarship

HAEF Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in advertising or communications with a 3.0 GPA in AR, LA, OK, or TX.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

New Orleans Scholarship

The New Orleans Scholarship provides $1,000 to $10,000 for LGBTQ+ students in Louisiana to support their education.

Essay

What is a letter of recommendation?

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked Out Dreamers

The Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $80,000 for DREAMers in locked-out states to attend college. Eligibility includes DACA or TPS.

Louisiana CPA Education Foundation Scholarships

Louisiana CPA Education Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,500 for accounting students with a 3.0 GPA in Louisiana colleges.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

The Helen Laughlin AM Mode Memorial Scholarship

The Helen Laughlin AM Mode Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for eligible radio operators pursuing higher education, with a focus on women.

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Dudley Debosier Scholarship

Dudley Debosier Scholarship offers $3,500 to Louisiana high school students attending college in Louisiana.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Northshore Community Foundation Scholarships

Northshore Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. High winning chances!

Baton Rouge Area Foundation Scholarships

Baton Rouge Area Foundation offers over $161,500 in scholarships annually, with awards up to $13,000 for local students.

The SAWF Scholarship

The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

I-5 Auto Group Senior Scholarship

I-5 Toyota offers up to $2,500 scholarships for seniors pursuing careers in various technical fields. Apply with references, video, and essay.

NAJA Graduate Scholarship Program

The NAJA Graduate Scholarship supports students working with children in various fields. Applicants need a personal statement and recommendations.

American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship

The American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship offers $10,000 to underrepresented students pursuing STEM or business degrees.

AB HBCU Scholars Program

The AB HBCU Scholars Program offers $5,000 for eligible undergraduate sophomores at select HBCUs. Apply now!

What is a scholarship portal?

LRAEF Scholarships

LRAEF offers scholarships up to $5,000 for LA high school graduates and college students in culinary or hospitality programs.

Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship

The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.

Goldie Bateson Scholarship

The Goldie Bateson Scholarship is awarded to junior golfers between the ages of 7 and 17 who have an interest in learning and playing the game of golf.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Which schools participate to the TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship?

TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship

The TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for STEM majors at TMCF schools. Apply now if you meet the criteria!

Mel Klein Scholarship

The Mel Klein Scholarship awards $10,000 to five eligible high school seniors attending select universities. Apply now!

William J. Doré Scholarship

The William J. Doré Scholarship awards $15,000 to 16 high school seniors in Louisiana demonstrating integrity and perseverance.

ASM Global Stars Scholarship

ASM Global Stars Scholarship offers $2,500 to 20 diverse students pursuing degrees in various fields. Apply now!

TMCF | Cheniere Scholarship

The TMCF | Cheniere Scholarship offers up to $12,000 for HBCU juniors and seniors in select majors. Apply now!

Doctoral Scholars Program

The SREB-State Doctoral Scholars Program provides a $20,000 stipend for Ph.D. students aiming to become professors in select states.

Fashion Scholarship Fund’s Case Study Scholarship

The Fashion Scholarship Fund offers $250+ scholarships for fashion students with a 3.20 GPA at FSF member schools.

Stephen T. Kugle Scholarship

The Stephen T. Kugle Scholarship offers $3,000 to eligible junior or senior students in District E public colleges. Apply now!

The Louisiana Bar Foundation Kids Chance Scholarship Program

The Louisiana Bar Foundation offers scholarships up to $3,000 for children of workers injured or killed in workplace accidents.

Gulf Coast Hurricane Scholarship

Gulf Coast Hurricane Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for undergraduates in FL, AL, MS, LA, or TX pursuing plastics careers.

Dr. Eva Kleinpeter Scholarship

The Dr. Eva Kleinpeter Scholarship offers $1,250 to an undergraduate in Elementary Education, prioritizing Kappa Delta Pi members.

Korean War Veteran Descendant - Southwestern Regional Chapter Scholarship 

Scholarship for descendants of Korean War veterans offering $500 to $5,000. Must have Korean heritage and a 3.0 GPA.

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

The Helen And Allen Brown Scholarship

The Helen And Allen Brown Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for racial-ethnic minority students in United Methodist Church districts.

LPHA Scholarships

LPHA offers a $1,000 scholarship for Louisiana public health students. Must be a member or dependent, with a 3.00 GPA.

NIADA Regional Scholarships

NIADA Regional Scholarships offer $250+ for high school seniors in specific US regions pursuing automotive careers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Beulah C. Parker Memorial Scholarship

The Beulah C. Parker Memorial Scholarship awards $3,125 to STEM undergraduates from select Southern states. Apply by sharing your challenges.

Community Foundation of Acadiana Scholarships

Apply for Community Foundation of Acadiana Scholarships offering up to $3,000 for local students. High chances of winning!

Ashrae Region VIII Scholarship

The ASHRAE Region VIII Scholarship awards $3,000 to eligible engineering students with a 3.00 GPA in specific regions.

Greater New Orleans Foundation Scholarships

Greater New Orleans Foundation offers scholarships for local students pursuing higher education. Apply now for awards starting at $250!

FFA Agricultural Leadership Program Scholarship

The FFA Agricultural Leadership Program Scholarship offers $2,500 to college students in select AFNR Pathways with a 3.0 GPA.

Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship

The Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship offers $1,000 to engineering students in the railway industry with a 2.5 GPA.