Incoming Student Scholarships
Our holistic scholarship review process allows for a comprehensive evaluation of each applicant. Several factors are weighed in the scholarship awarding process, including, but not limited to: high school academic performance, standardized test scores, family background, achievements in and out of the classroom, and demonstration of financial need.
We are committed to being a smart investment in your educational journey, and as a result, scholarship dollar amounts have historically been adjusted and increased year-over-year.
The Common Application is used for both admissions and scholarship review, so all future students are encouraged to apply by the published deadlines.
INCOMING FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS
- Merit-Based Scholarships
- Legacy Scholarships
- Major-Specific Scholarships
- Study Abroad Scholarships
- Research Scholarships
- TOPS (LA Residents)
- Need-Based Awards
- Federal Grants
- Work Study Aid
LSU is one of only a handful of universities in the nation to award the prestigious Stamps Scholarship.
International Student Scholarships: LSU does not currently offer scholarship programs specifically for international students. An international entering freshman can be considered for traditional freshman scholarships if they are a non-U.S. citizen that has attended a U.S. High School or American school in another country.
HOW TO APPLY: INCOMING FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS
LSU’s application for admission also serves as the application for all university scholarships. Submit an admission application to receive scholarship consideration.
Submit all required admission materials - transcript, test scores (if required), and letter of recommendation from an academic source.
An applicant must be admitted to LSU to be considered for scholarships.
MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
Merit Scholarships are awarded based on the comprehensive information provided in the admission application.
Merit Scholarship Award recipients may receive the following:
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LOUISIANA RESIDENTS: Award amounts range from $500 annually to $4,600 annually plus applicable TOPS award amount
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NON-LOUISIANA RESIDENTS: Award amounts range from $13,000 annually to $23,000 annually
Eligibility is determined through a holistic review of academic achievement, standardized test scores (if submitted), and other application materials submitted during the admissions process.
STAMPS SCHOLARSHIP & PRESIDENT'S ALUMNI AWARD
Since 2012, LSU has been a proud partner of the Stamps Scholars Program which provides merit scholarships to the brightest and most outstanding undergraduate freshmen admitted to Louisiana State University. This elite award offers a full cost of attendance for four years, as well as an unprecedented level of funding for enrichment experiences. Stamps Scholars are directed to resources that will help cultivate each scholar's intellectual distinction, initiative, and commitment to service, leadership, global knowledge, and career exploration.
The President's Alumni Scholars Program is sponsored by LSU and also offers selected students the full cost of attendance for four years along with a study abroad stipend.
Prospective freshmen with a strong record of elite academic achievement, leadership, and service are selected for consideration through the admissions process. Prospective students must complete their application to the university through the Common Application, and submit all required documentation by the December 15 priority deadline to be considered.
The Office of Enrollment Management, in consultation with the LSU Ogden Honors College, evaluates completed applications and selects students to invite to the scholarship competition. These semifinalists are notified via email by the Office of Admissions and asked to submit an essay and resume. Upon review of the essays and resumes, top competitors are selected to advance to Scholars Weekend where they will participate in activities and complete an in-person interview. Students nominated for the Stamps Scholarship and President's Alumni Awards will be notified the following week. Please see the calendar below for more details.
STAMPS & PRESIDENT'S ALUMNI AWARD CALENDAR
| Date | Event | Details |
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| December 15 | Application Deadline | This is the scholarship priority deadline for LSU. You must submit a completed application to the university through the Common Application by this date to be considered for the Stamps Scholars and President's Alumni Scholars Programs. |
| January | Semifinalists Notified | Students who are selected as semifinalists will be notified and will be asked to submit an essay and resume. |
| Late January | Finalists Invited | Semifinalists' essays and resumes will be reviewed, and finalists will be selected and invited to attend Scholars Weekend, where they will participate in an in-person interview. |
| March 5-7 | Scholars Weekend Activities | Scholars weekend activities and interviews will be held on LSU's campus. Dates will be announced in January. In keeping with best practices of the nation's most prestigious scholarship programs, we regret that no interviews will be scheduled on alternate dates, and participants must attend all activities for the weekend. |
STAMPS SCHOLARSHIP
Stamps Scholarship recipients will receive the following:
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Full cost of attendance for four years (covers tuition, fees, room & board, books, supplies, etc.)
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Louisiana resident value: approx. $33,000 per year
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Non-Louisiana resident value: approx. $50,000 per year
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A potential $14,000 for enrichment experiences
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A one-time use $1,100 laptop stipend
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The opportunity to earn up to an additional $1,550 per year by participating in the President's Future Leaders in Research Program
PRESIDENT'S ALUMNI AWARD
The President's Alumni Scholars Award recipients will receive the following:
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Full cost of attendance for four years (covers tuition, fees, room & board, books, supplies, etc.)
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Louisiana resident value: approx. $33,000 per year
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Non-Louisiana resident value: approx. $50,000 per year
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$2,000 study abroad stipend
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The opportunity to earn up to an additional $1,550 per year by participating in the President's Future Leaders in Research Program
TRANSFER STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
The Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) and LSU are committed to providing transfer opportunities to those active members of PTK, Louisiana Citizens who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree after completion of an associate’s degree from an LCTCS institution.
Our holistic scholarship review process allows for a comprehensive evaluation of each applicant. Several factors are weighed in the awarding process, including, but not limited to: academic transcripts, standardized test scores, family background, achievements in and out of the classroom, and letters of recommendation from an academic source, involvement, legacy, and demonstration of financial need.
Award possibilities for transfer students include:
- Legacy Scholarships
- Major-Specific Scholarships
- Work Study Awards
- Need-Based Scholarships
- Federal Grants
- Federal Loans
HOW TO APPLY: TRANSFER STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
LSU’s application for admission also serves as the application for all University scholarships. Transfer students must submit a completed admission application and official transcript(s) on or before April 15 to receive full priority scholarship consideration.
An applicant must be regularly admitted to LSU to be considered for scholarships.
Transfer student scholarships are awarded until all funding is exhausted. Students are encouraged to apply early to receive full consideration.
ACADEMIC SENIOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
LSU senior college scholarships are open to entering freshmen and transfer students, as well as currently enrolled students, who intend to major or are currently majoring in a curriculum within a specific college.
HOW TO APPLY: ACADEMIC SENIOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships vary by academic college. Colleges manage additional scholarship support opportunities. Contact the academic college of your intended major regarding questions about their specific scholarships and processes. Students interested in the College of Agriculture are eligible for additional scholarship opportunities.
The application for admission also serves as an application for academic college scholarship opportunities.
Enrolled students should contact the academic college of their current major regarding questions about scholarships available. Scholarships vary by academic college.