Scholarship Opportunity

Louisiana National Guard Patriot Scholarship

Offered by Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA)

The Louisiana National Guard Patriot Scholarship helps eligible Louisiana Army and Air National Guard members by paying mandatory fees charged by Louisiana public colleges and universities. The scholarship works alongside the State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP), allowing eligible Guard members to significantly reduce the cost of earning an undergraduate degree.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Annual Eligibility

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be a member in good standing with the Louisiana National Guard.
  • Be eligible for the Louisiana National Guard State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP).
  • Enroll at a Louisiana public postsecondary institution.
  • Enroll in at least one credit hour.

Requirements

  • Remain in good standing with the Louisiana National Guard.
  • Remain eligible for STEP.
  • Remain in good academic standing.
  • Not exceed 12 semesters or 16 quarters of eligibility.
  • Not have earned a bachelor's degree using the scholarship unless otherwise permitted by law.

How to Apply

  1. 1No separate scholarship application is required.
  2. 2Eligible Louisiana National Guard members are identified through the State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP).
  3. 3Your institution verifies eligibility and applies the scholarship toward mandatory fees.