Louisiana Geaux Teach Scholarship Program

Name: Louisiana Geaux Teach Scholarship Program

Award Amount:

• Maximum Annual Award: $5,000
• Usage: The scholarship can be used towards tuition, required fees, and textbooks/instructional materials.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Citizenship: Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. If required, must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Residency: Applicant must be a Louisiana resident for at least two years prior to July 1 immediately preceding the academic year of enrollment.
• Academic Standing: Applicant must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale.
• Enrollment Status: Applicant must be enrolled full-time in an approved teacher preparation or alternative certification program at an eligible postsecondary institution in Louisiana.

Application Process:

• Step 1: Contact Institution – Reach out to the college or university’s School of Education or program provider for information on the specific requirements for the teacher preparation or alternative certification program.
• Step 2: Submit Application – Complete the Geaux Teach Scholarship Application Form available through your college or university’s designated process.
• Step 3: Other Financial Aid – The scholarship will be awarded after all other state and institutional financial aid is applied, ensuring that your total financial assistance package is maximized.

Deadline:

• The application deadline is determined by the postsecondary institution’s financial aid office. Please ensure you meet the deadline set by your institution.

Additional Information:

• The Louisiana Geaux Teach Scholarship is a highly competitive program aimed at assisting students committed to entering the teaching profession. Recipients are selected based on academic merit, financial need, and enrollment in a qualified teacher preparation program.
• Recipients of the scholarship must continue to meet the eligibility criteria throughout their studies to maintain the scholarship.
• Students receiving this scholarship must commit to using the award solely for educational purposes, including tuition, fees, and textbooks or other materials required for their program.
• If selected, students will be informed through their institution’s financial aid office and will receive the scholarship funds directly applied to their student account.
• For more specific questions regarding the Geaux Teach Scholarship, please consult your institution’s financial aid office.

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