The scholarships below are available for the Fall 2023 semester.
Applications should be submitted no later than the close of business Wednesday, July 19, 2023, or the deadline date noted in the scholarship description Complete your application today! (Click the word application to apply online.) If the application is not available online, you can pick up a copy of the application in the Scholarship Office, or you can email brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu for a copy.
**Students who have received other scholarships/awards, have extra-curricular involvement, or are members of organizations may submit a printed copy of their co-curricular form from Presence
THE LASFAA Mildred D Higgins High School Scholarship is currently available. The Louisiana Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (LASFAA) will award up to five (5) $400 scholarships annually to a student attending a LASFAA member school, for which Nicholls is a member. Scholarship recipients must be a 2023 Louisiana High School Graduate and be enrolled full-time during the 2023-2024 year. To apply for the scholarship, please click Apply Today! This application must be submitted by June 30, 2023.
THE THIBODAUX SERVICE LEAGUE will award a scholarship to a continuing student at Nicholls State University. The recipient must have completed at least one year of studies at Nicholls State University and have earned a minimum of 30 hours, while maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship of $1,000 ($500 per semester) will be awarded for two consecutive semesters to a student who demonstrates financial need. To maintain the scholarship for the second semester, the student must be enrolled fulltime and must maintain their minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students who participate in community service activities, whether through service organizations at Nicholls State University or on their own initiative. The applicant must supply a resume or letter explaining their service. Completed applications need to be returned to the Scholarship Office. DEADLINE TO APPLY– JULY 1, 2023. Applications are available HERE or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE HUGH JOHN PLAISANCE EXCELLENCE AWARD [1 @ $325]: is given to a full-time student at Nicholls State University. The applicant must be of sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student classification. The applicant must be a member of a student media entity (The Nicholls Worth, La Pirogue, KNSU Radio, or KNSU-TV). The applicant must submit a 400-500-word essay about (1) why they joined student media, (2) how being a member of student media has impacted their college experience, and (3) how they plan to use their student media experience to advance their career/post-Nicholls plans. To maintain the scholarship for the second semester, the applicant must remain a member of the student media entity and maintain good academic standing. The scholarship will be awarded for two consecutive semesters. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu The deadline for application submission is July 12, 2023.
THE ALBERT “AL” CUNNINGHAM, JR. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will have a minimum grade point average of 3.25. If the student is an entering freshman, the student will be TOPS qualified. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is open to any major.
ALLEN REED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1@$500]: Awarded to a full-time student at Nicholls State University. The applicant must have at least a 3.00 GPA. The applicant must be involved in at least two (2) University sanctioned campus organizations. A co-curricular form must be submitted with the application. The scholarship is awarded for one semester only at $500. The recipient can receive the scholarship only once. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE ANDREW CARTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $300]: awarded to a full-time freshman student enrolled at Nicholls State University. Interested applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA. The scholarship is valued at $300 for one semester only.
ANTHONY J. ROUSE, SR. FOOD ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $625]: is awarded to a full-time student at Nicholls State University who is at least a part-time employee of Rouses’ Supermarkets or the child of at least a part-time employee of Rouses’ Supermarkets. The recipient must be enrolled in one of the programs within the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute. Preference will be given to candidates interested in food entrepreneurship. The recipient must be a graduate of an accredited public or private high school. The recipient may keep this scholarship for one year provided he or she meets all the above criteria and maintains a 2.50 overall GPA. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE BARTELS FAMILY FIRST GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [2 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Lafourche or Terrebonne parish and must have graduated from a Louisiana high school. The recipient must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. Each recipient will major either in Nursing or in Biological Sciences. Each recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.66 GPA while earning at least 12 hours each semester.
THE BOYSIE AND JOY BOLLINGER FIRST GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [3 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time, TOPS qualified student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college freshman; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient shall declare his or her major to be Culinary Arts. Each recipient will demonstrate their commitment to the culinary profession through 2 (two) letters of reference. The letters of reference must be submitted to the Scholarship Office. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.5 GPA. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE BURT EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250] is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be majoring in Education and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. The recipient will be classified as a junior. The recipient must be a resident of Assumption Parish, residing in the town of Labadieville. If no applicant meets the residency requirement, other towns in Assumption Parish may be considered.
C.H. ‘BUMPER’ BURGUIERES ENDOWED 1ST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP [3 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time, TOPS eligible student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana living in Lafourche, St. Mary, or Terrebonne parish. The recipient must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a 1st generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. Each recipient will be enrolled in either the College of Business or the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute. Each recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 3.0 GPA while earning at least 12 hours each semester.
THE CAJUN FRENCH MUSIC ASSOCIATION (CFMA) BAYOU CAJUNS CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time freshman at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be a resident of one of the following parishes in the chapter: Assumption, Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Mary, St. Charles, or St. James. The recipient must have financial need. The recipient must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. A minor in French is preferred but not required.
CANDY FLEET SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500]: is awarded to dependents of employees of Candy Fleet. Second choice is given to graduates of Morgan City High School with a high school GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant must be enrolled in at least 15 hours.
THE CLARENCE JAMES MINORITY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time (12 or more hours) student enrolled at Nicholls State University. Preference will be given to minority students. The applicant must have at least sophomore status with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited public or private high school. Students must include a signed copy of their co-curricular form listing all school activities, community activities, religious affiliation, awards, offices held, interests, etc. Applicants must also submit a personal statement of education and career goals, as well as a paragraph demonstrating financial need. Three letters of professional reference must also be attached. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
COASTAL COMMERCE BANK EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1@$250]: Awarded to a freshman who plans to major in Business. The recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student at Nicholls State University. The recipient may keep the scholarship for four years (eight semesters) provided he or she meets all the criteria and maintains a 3.000 overall GPA.
THE CRIT PETTY SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a full-time, first-time freshman student enrolled at Nicholls State University. Each recipient will be a graduate of Hahnville High School and must meet the following eligibility criteria. Student shall be the child of a faculty member of Hahnville High School if possible. Student may pursue any field of study. Must have a minimum ACT score of 20 and GPA of 2.5. Student should be involved in school and community life. Please attach a copy of your high school resume. Student must plan to pursue a four-year degree at Nicholls State University. The student must include a picture and a short essay about themselves and their goals for the future. Financial need may be considered. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
CROSBY TUGS SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $250]: Awarded to a South Lafourche resident with a 3.00 GPA. First priority will be given to dependents of employees of Crosby Tugs, Inc.
THE DANOS FAMILY 1st GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [2 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time, TOPS qualified student enrolled at Nicholls State University. Preference will be given to students who graduated from a Lafourche or Terrebonne high school. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.5 GPA.
DEBRA BARTELS MELTON ENDOWED NURSING SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: Awarded to a full-time Nursing Student with at least a 3.0 GPA in courses that apply toward their BSN degree. The applicant must be a resident of Louisiana and TOPS qualified. The applicant may be of freshman standing. Preference may be given, but is not required, to an employee/dependent of an employee of Eagle Consulting LLC/Facilities Inc. or a member of Mulberry Baptist Church of Houma.
E. ANN BARKER, M.D. SCHOLARSHIP FUND [1 @ $500]: Awarded to a junior or senior enrolled in Nursing or Allied Health Sciences. The applicant must be full-time, or program full-time, and must be a resident of Terrebonne or Lafourche parish. The applicant must be at least 23 years of age or older and must maintain a 2.50 GPA per semester.
FIRST AMERICAN BANK SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500 each]: Awarded to full-time dependent students with low to moderate family income. The applicants must maintain a minimum 2.50 GPA and be of at least sophomore standing. The applicants must reside in one of the following parishes: Jefferson and St. John. One recipient will be selected from each of the previously mentioned parishes. The scholarship is valid for one semester. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
FORTY & EIGHT NURSING SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500]: Awarded to a full-time Nursing major in the Bachelor’s Degree program. The applicants must have completed at least one semester in the Nursing Curriculum. Applicants must maintain a 2.000 Cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.000 GPA in all Nursing courses. The applicants must also show evidence of need and be of honorable character and highly motivated. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE 52 SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Lafourche Parish with a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher. The student must be a declared Government, Political Science, or Criminal Justice major. F.O.P. members or their immediate family can also apply. F.O.P members or their immediate family can be any declared major. Preference will be given to F.O.P. members or their dependents. The value of the scholarship is $250 for one semester only. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
FREDERICK A. DOUGLAS TEXTBOOK AWARD [1 @ $300]: Awarded to a full-time student of sophomore, junior, or senior standing maintaining at least a 3.00 GPA. The applicant must be involved in at least two extra-curricular activities and must write an essay on the term self-made and what it means to them. The applicant must also attach a co-curricular form with the application. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE GLENDA S. TAUZIN ENDOWED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled and pursuing a major within the College of Nursing at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be classified as a sophomore, junior or senior. The recipient must be accepted into the Nursing program and be enrolled in their clinical courses. The recipient must have at least a 3.0 GPA or higher. Applicants must include a short biography of themselves (ex. Where you are from, financial need, future goals, etc.) and an essay up to 750 words on “What draws you to Nursing?”. Include any inspirational stories that lead you to pursue Nursing as a career. The scholarship is awarded for one year. The student must meet the criteria above to retain the scholarship for the second semester. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE DR. GEORGE L. AND MRS. RUTH AMRHEIN MURPHY ENDOWED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: awarded to a full-time incoming freshman enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be TOPS qualified. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they have and maintain a 3.25 GPA. A male recipient will have achieved the status of Eagle Scout while a female recipient will have received the Girl Scout Gold Award. Documentation must be submitted with application to verify this. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE GEORGE PICOU MEMORIAL FIRST GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [2@ $500]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.5 GPA.
THE GORDON “BUBBA” DOVE, JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $2500] is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Lafourche, Terrebonne, or Assumption parish. The recipient will be enrolled in the Petroleum Engineering Technology and Safety Management Program, the Maritime Management Program, or in any program in the College of Business. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for one year (two semesters) provided they have and maintain a 2.5 GPA. The recipient will demonstrate community service involvement. You must submit a copy of your updated co-curricular form with this application. Financial need will be a consideration when awarding this scholarship. The applicant must submit a letter of recommendation from a faculty member of Nicholls State University in the stipulated program. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE HELEN ALENE MELANCON EXCELLENCE IN MEN’S BASEBALL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $375]: Awarded to a high school graduate who demonstrates strong academic and leadership achievements and is an athlete who will compete in intercollegiate Baseball at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student and be NCAA eligible. (A full-time student is defined as a student enrolled in 12 or more hours of credit courses.) The recipient must be receiving an athletic scholarship in baseball. If awarded, the athletic scholarship may be reduced by the value of this award. The recipient may keep this scholarship for four years provided they meet all the above criteria and maintains a 2.80 overall GPA. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need. Email brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu for an application or pick one up at the Scholarships Office.
THE HELEN ALENE MELANCON EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $375]: Awarded to a high school graduate who demonstrates strong academic and leadership achievements and plans to major in Allied Health Sciences with a concentration in Communicative Disorders at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student. (A full-time student is defined as a student enrolled in 12 or more hours of credit courses.) The recipient may keep this scholarship for four years provided he or she meets all the above criteria and maintains a 2.80 overall GPA. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need.
THE HILDA CARLOS DUPLANTIS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University with at least a 3.0 GPA. The recipient must be a resident of Louisiana and a graduate of Terrebonne High School or South Terrebonne High School. The recipient may keep this scholarship for two semesters provided he or she earns at least 12 hours and maintains a 3.0 overall grade point average. The value of the scholarship is $250 per semester.
THE HILL FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be an African-American/Black male. The recipient will be pursuing a Masters of Educational Leadership and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Should there not be a candidate from this master’s program, second preference will be given to students of at least sophomore status majoring in Elementary Education or Human Performance Education or graduate students pursing the Masters of Arts in Teaching with a Middle School concentration. The recipient will be a resident of Lafourche Parish. If no applicant meets the residency requirement, Terrebonne Parish then Assumption Parish may be considered. The recipient must be a resident of Louisiana. The scholarship is awarded for two semesters.
THE JACK H. CENAC 1st GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $1250]: is awarded to a full-time, TOPS qualified student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 3.0 GPA.
THE JANE MCCULLA RIVIERE MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1@$250]: Awarded to a full-time, TOPS qualified student at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a graduate of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart High School or Sisters of Mount Carmel High School (Vandebilt Catholic High School, E.D. White Catholic High School, Brother Martin Catholic High School, Catholic High School of Baton Rouge, St. Stanislaus, McGill Toolen High School, or Mt. Carmel New Orleans Academy). The recipient will be a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior. To maintain the scholarship for the second semester, the student will maintain at least a 3.00 GPA. The scholarship will be awarded for one year.
THE JOCK H. CENAC 1st GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $1250]: is awarded to a full-time, TOPS qualified student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 3.0 GPA.
JOE AND GINA SANFORD FAMILY ENDOWED 1ST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP [3 @ $625]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana. Each recipient will be a graduate of a high school located in the tri-city area of Morgan City, Berwick and Patterson. The recipient must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. Each recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 3.0 GPA while earning at least 12 hours each semester. Each recipient must also remain Pell Grant eligible.
JOSEPH M. MOLL III AND PAMELA GUEYDAN MOLL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: Awarded to a full-time “TOPS” qualified student with at least a 3.000 GPA. The recipient may major in any academic program. This scholarship is valid for one year.
THE JUAN VALENCE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University in the College of Business, majoring in Accounting. The recipient will be a resident of St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington, Orleans or Jefferson Parishes. The recipient will be classified as an undergraduate student in good academic standing with a minimum 2.75 GPA. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for one year (two semesters) provided they maintain all eligibility criteria. The scholarship award is $250 per semester.
K & B MACHINE WORKS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250 per semester for one year]: Awarded to a dependent of an employee of K & B Machine Works, Inc. Applicants must have attended a Louisiana Technical College, earned a GED, or graduated from an accredited high school. Applicants must be enrolled full-time or program full-time and must maintain a 2.50 semester GPA. Applicant must also be enrolled in the General Studies Associate Degree Program or the College of Business Administration.
The L.C. “DIDI” LEVERT, Jr. [1 @ $375]: Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student at Nicholls State University. Applicants must be majoring in Business and be an undergraduate student. First priority shall be given to a Business major who is a descendant of a J.B. Levert Company member/owner. Second priority goes to a business major who is a child of an employee of J.B. Levert Land Company and third, to a business major from Lafourche Parish. A 2.00 GPA is required to be awarded the scholarship and to retain it for the second semester.
THE LESLEY WHARTON MARCELLO ENDOWMENT FOR OUTSTANDING STUDENT PUBLICATION SERVICE [1 @ $250]: Awarded to a full-time (12 hours) student in good standing with the university at the time of nomination. The recipient should have worked in Student Publication at Nicholls State University for at least a semester prior to nomination. The application will include an essay on why working on the university newspaper or yearbook has or will help them in their majors, careers, or life. The application will include a letter of nomination from someone who is best suited to nominate the student for this award, preferably someone in Student Publications who has had a chance to observe the student. Email brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu for an application or pick one up at the Scholarships Office.
THE LESTER AND MYRTLE FREMIN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time student at Nicholls State University. The applicant must have and maintain at least a 2.50 GPA and must be enrolled in at least 12 hours. The value of the scholarship is $500 a year ($250 per semester). First priority will be given to an employee or a dependent of an employee of a Fremin Family owned business (Flanagan’s Restaurant, Fremin’s Restaurant, Nifty Fifties Café, High Rollers, Delta Coin Inc. or Fremin Brother Rentals LLC). If no one applies from any of the previously listed businesses, the scholarship may be awarded to a student from any major with second priority being a student enrolled full-time in the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute.
THE LEROY THERIOT MEAT & CHARCUTERIE CULINARY ARTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $625]: is awarded to a full-time student at Nicholls State University who is at least a part-time employee of Rouses’ Supermarkets or the child of at least a part-time employee of Rouses’ Supermarkets. The recipient must be enrolled in one of the programs within the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute. Preference will be given to candidates interested in the butcher crafts. The recipient must be a graduate of an accredited public or private high school. The recipient may keep this scholarship for one year provided he or she meets all the above criteria and maintains a 2.50 overall GPA. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE LOUISIANA GARDEN CLUB FEDERATION DISTRICT III KEVIN and ASHLEY RUSSO SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time (12 or more hours) student majoring in Biology, with a concentration in Environmental Biology, at Nicholls State University. The applicant must have attained sophomore, junior or senior standing and must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. The scholarship is valued at $500 per semester and will be awarded for one year. To receive the scholarship for the second semester, the student must earn at least a 3.0 GPA and at least 12 hours.
LOUISIANA SHRIMP ASSOCIATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP IN MARINE BIOLOGY [1@ $500]: Awarded to a resident of Louisiana. Preference will first be given to students whose family members are involved in the shrimp industry and second to those living in the eight-parish region served by Nicholls State University. The recipient must be TOPS qualified, have a 3.000 GPA, and majoring in Biology with a concentration in Marine Biology.
THE MICHAEL C. AND CHRISTINE P. BOURGEOIS #1 ENDOWED 1ST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP [3 @ $400]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be a U.S. citizen. Each recipient will be a resident and registered voter of Ward 6 in Lafourche Parish and have graduated from E.D. White Catholic High School, Houma Christian School, or Thibodaux High School. If a recipient has not reached age 18 yet, he or she must register to vote at age 18 in order to remain eligible to retain the scholarship for future semesters. Students who meet all other criteria but were home schooled or passed the GED are also eligible to apply. The recipient must have at least a 2.8 GPA. The recipient must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. Each recipient will be enrolled in either in the College of Nursing, the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, the College of Liberal Arts, or the College of Sciences and Technology. Each recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.8 GPA while earning at least 12 hours each semester. The recipient must also remain Pell Grant eligible. Special consideration will be given to the applicant’s character, leadership and participation in professional or charitable organizations, as well as to honorably discharged members of the United States Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force or Coast Guard. Student must turn in a copy of their voter registration card. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE MICHAEL C. AND CHRISTINE P. BOURGEOIS #2 ENDOWED 1ST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP [3 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be a U.S. citizen. Each recipient will be a resident and registered voter of Ward 6 in Lafourche Parish and have graduated from E.D. White Catholic High School, Houma Christian School, or Thibodaux High School. If a recipient has not reached age 18 yet, he or she must register to vote at age 18 in order to remain eligible to retain the scholarship for future semesters. Students who meet all other criteria but were home schooled or passed the GED are also eligible to apply. The recipient must have at least a 2.5 GPA. The recipient must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. Each recipient will be enrolled in the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute, or the College of Nursing. Each recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.5 GPA while earning at least 12 hours each semester. The recipient must also remain Pell Grant eligible. Special consideration will be given to the applicant’s character, leadership and participation in professional or charitable organizations, as well as to honorably discharged members of the United States Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force or Coast Guard. Student must turn in a copy of their voter registration card. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE MICHAEL C. AND CHRISTINE P. BOURGEOIS #4 ENDOWED UPPER CLASSMEN/ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP [2 @ $200]: will be awarded to full-time Junior, Senior, or Alumni graduate student at Nicholls State University. Each recipient must be a citizen of the United States and a registered voter in Ward 6 of Lafourche Parish and must attach a copy of their Voters ID Card to the application. The recipient must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for a graduate student and 2.0 or above for an undergraduate student. The student may receive the scholarship for one semester, but past recipients can reapply along with other applicants for consideration each fall and spring semester. Each recipient must be a Nicholls State University Upper Classman or Alumni. Preference will be given to graduates of any high school in Lafourche or Terrebonne Parish. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE MICHAEL C. AND CHRISTINE P. BOURGEOIS #5 ENDOWED UPPER CLASSMEN/ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $ 375]: will be awarded to full-time Junior, Senior, or Alumni graduate student at Nicholls State University within the Department of Biology. Each recipient must be a citizen of the United States and a registered voter in Ward 6 of Lafourche Parish and must attach a copy of their Voters ID Card to the application. The recipient must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for a graduate student and 2.5 or above for an undergraduate student. The student may receive the scholarship for one semester, but past recipients can reapply along with other applicants for consideration each fall and spring semester. Each recipient must be a Nicholls State University Upper Classman or an Alumni. Preference will be given to graduates of any high school in Lafourche or Terrebonne Parish. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE MICHAEL C. AND CHRISTINE P. BOURGEOIS #6 ENDOWED UPPER CLASSMEN/ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP [2 @ $ 300]: will be awarded to a full time Nicholls junior or senior student with the Bridge to Independence Program. Priority consideration will be to an applicant that is citizen of the U.S. who votes in Ward 6. If no ward 6 applicants apply, then a resident of Lafourche parish will be considered. The Nicholls Bridge to Independence junior or senior must have and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Past recipients and other applicants must reapply each fall and spring semester. In addition, one 2nd year qualifying Nicholls Bridge to Independence Ward 6 student enrolled in the 2-year certificate program who is meeting all criteria previously mentioned may be eligible for a $200 scholarship. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE NORMAN SWANNER MEMORIAL 1st GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [3 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.5 GPA.
THE ONPATH FEDERAL CREDIT UNION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP [2 @ $500]: is awarded to a full-time student at Nicholls State University. Recipients must have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is open to any classification and major. Recipient must be an active member of OnPath Federal Credit Union. Should the applicant not be a member, the applicant must become a member with no restrictions on which type of account they open (checking, savings account, etc.) prior to the scholarship being awarded. Dependents of employees of Nicholls State University can also apply. If the dependent is not a member of OnPath FCU, they must become a member prior to the scholarship being awarded. The value of the scholarship is $1000 per year, $500 per semester for one year. To receive the scholarship for the second semester, recipient must meet continuing eligibility requirements. Proof of membership in OnPath FCU will be verified by the Scholarship Office. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE RANDOLPH AND CECILIA CHERAMIE MEMORIAL FIRST GENERATION ENDOWED UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP IN CULINARY ARTS [2 @ $500] is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. Priority consideration will be given to a graduate of South Lafourche High School, Central Lafourche High School, or Grand Isle High School. If no qualified student applies from one of these high schools, consideration will then be given to a graduate of any Louisiana high school. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a first generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient shall declare his or her major to be Culinary Arts. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they maintain a 2.66 GPA.
RAYMOND ELLIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: Awarded to a full-time female student of junior or senior classification with at least a 2.800 GPA. A 200 word essay on the Impact of the Civil Rights Movement must be completed with the application. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu.
REGIE TRUXILLO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $250]: Awarded to a dependent of an employee of Crosby Tugs, Inc. Applicants must be full-time students who maintain a 2.5 grade-point average.
THE RESHENDA ROUNDS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $450]: is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. Interested applicants must have at least a 2.5 Cumulative GPA. The applicant must be a current or former on-campus student worker. The applicant must submit a co-curricular form; the form should show your current or past on-campus employment. The scholarship is valued at $450 for one semester only. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE RIENZI SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $375]: will be given to a full-time student at Nicholls State University enrolled in any course of study. Applicants must maintain a 2.00 GPA in order to maintain the scholarship. Funds awarded under this scholarship must be used only for living cost or instructional expenses. First priority is given to a dependent of a of J.B. Levert Land Company, Inc owner. Second priority is given to dependents of employees of J.B. Levert Land Company, Inc. In absentee of persons listed above, a sophomore from Lafourche Parish with the highest GPA not yet receiving a scholarship will be awarded. Students upon graduation would be expected to make his services available, if a position is available, and is commensurate with other similar situations to the J.B. Levert Land Company, Inc. or any of its other affiliated companies.
THE SCLASS/GEE SCHOLARSHIP FOR EDUCATION MAJORS [1 @ $300]: is awarded to a full-time (12 or more hours) student majoring in Education at Nicholls State University. Students majoring in Art, Music, and Math Education, who are in the Colleges of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Technology, may apply. Freshman applicants must have an ACT Score of 22 or higher with at least a 3.0 GPA. Continuing students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. The applicant must have a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) on file with the Office of Financial Aid. The scholarship is valued at $300 per semester for two semesters. The applicant must have documented evidence of the impact their service has had on a particular group or individual (ex. volunteerism, service learning, field-work, or internships that show civic responsibility and engagement). A co-curricular form must be submitted to document your leadership experience. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE SGA GRADUATE STUDENT LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP [8 @ $400]: awarded to graduate students enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipients must have at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA. The applicants must submit a resume or co-curricular form indicating past involvement in at least one Nicholls State University sanctioned campus organization. The co-curricular form can be downloaded from Presence The scholarship will be awarded for one semester at $400. Recipients can receive the award only once. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE SGA LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $200 for a first time freshman; 1 @ $200 for a non-traditional freshman; 2 @ $300 for continuing students]: Awarded to students with at least a 2.00 GPA. The application is the co-curricular form only, which can be downloaded from Presence In the absence of a non-traditional freshman applicant, the scholarship may be awarded to a traditional freshman student.
THE SGA INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500]: Awarded to a full-time international student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient must maintain a 2.75 GPA. The applicant must submit a 300 word essay stating why they deserve the scholarship. The applicant must submit a letter of recommendation from a faculty or staff member of Nicholls State University. The applicant must also show how they are involved at Nicholls. A student can receive this scholarship only once. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
SGT. BRADLEY J. BERGERON ENDOWED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $375]: Awarded to a full-time student with an overall GPA of 2.500. The scholarship will be awarded for a maximum of 8 semesters. The applicant must be a member or dependent of a member of the armed forces of the United States of America, including active duty, active reserve, or the National Guard. Retirees or members who have been honorably discharged and their dependents are also eligible to apply. Preference will be given to a member or the dependent of a member of Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 156th Merchandized Infantry Regiment of the 256th Combat Brigade, whether active, retired, or honorably discharged.
SGT. CALVIN HEBERT SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $400]: Awarded to a graduate of a Terrebonne Parish public school who is also a resident of Terrebonne Parish. The recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student. If the applicant is a first time freshman, they may apply if their high school GPA is at least 1.8. If the applicant is a continuing student, they must have at least a 2.5 overall GPA. Recipients will be required to earn at least 12 hours each semester with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
THE STEPHEN AND REBECCA HULBERT ENDOWED FIRST GENERATION UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $500] is awarded to a full-time student enrolled at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Louisiana and must be awarded the federal Pell Grant. The recipient will be a 1st generation college student; neither the parents nor legal guardians will have earned a college degree. The recipient will be eligible to receive the award for a maximum of eight semesters provided they have and maintain at least a 2.66 GPA.
THE STEPHANIE HEBERT INSURANCE AGENCY, INC SCHOLARSHIP [1@$250]: Awarded to a student enrolled at Nicholls State University who has been diagnosed with dyslexia and participates in programs provided by the Center for the Study of Dyslexia. The recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student at Nicholls. (A full-time student is defined as a student enrolled in 12 or more hours of credit courses.) The recipient may keep this scholarship for four years (eight semesters) provided he or she meets all the above criteria and maintains a 2.00 overall GPA.
STUART A. LIRETTE, Sr., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY STUDIES [1@$500]: Awarded to a TOPS qualified student majoring in Biology with a concentration in Environmental Biology. The recipient must be a full-time student maintaining an overall 2.50 GPA.
TA WA SI ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1@ $500]: Awarded to a student with a 3.00 GPA who can demonstrate financial need. The recipient will be a sophomore and may receive the scholarship for a maximum of six semesters, provided that he or she maintains a 3.00 GPA and full-time status. The recipient shall be a graduate of a Lafourche Parish school. If no applicant meets the criteria, the scholarship may be awarded to a qualifying student chosen from the eight-parish region served by Nicholls State University.
THIBODAUX REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM AUXILIARY NURSING SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $ 1000]: is awarded to a student with a declared major of Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The applicant must be enrolled full-time in NURS 222/223, 255, 355, 371, 381, 400, 420, or 428. The recipient must have and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA or higher in courses that apply toward their BSN degree. The applicant must also be a resident of Lafourche, Terrebonne, Assumption, or St. Mary Parish. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu Application deadline is close of business September 8, 2023.
THIBODAUX VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP: The applicant must be an active member in good standing of the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department or a dependent child of a member meeting the same criteria. The applicant must be of good moral character. The committee will take into consideration the quality of and length of service to the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department of the applicant or parent. If the applicant is a first-time freshman, he or she must have graduated from high school with at least a 3.0 GPA. In case of extreme financial need, the committee may waive down to a 2.5 grade point average. The applicant must be enrolled as a fulltime student at Nicholls State University and maintain fulltime status. The applicant must maintain an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. The financial need of the applicant will be considered. The scholarship will be applied to the remaining balance of tuition and fees after TOPS, institutional aid, and private scholarships are applied. Those with no remaining eligibility may be awarded a set dollar amount to be determined at the time of awarding. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
THE THOMAS LAWSON EXCELLENCE IN ACCOUNTING ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $1,250]: Awarded to a high school graduate of Central Lafourche High School who demonstrates strong academic and leadership achievements and plans to major in Accounting at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student at Nicholls State University. (A full-time student is defined as a student enrolled in 12 or more hours of credit courses.) The recipient may keep this scholarship for four years provided he or she meets all of the above criteria and maintains a 3.0 overall grade point average.
THE TINA HOWELL EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP [1 @ $250]: is awarded to a full-time (12 or more hours) student majoring in Education at Nicholls State University. The recipient will be a resident of Assumption Parish. The recipient will be classified as a sophomore, junior, or senior. Preference will be given to sophomore standing. The recipient will have a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is valued at $250 per semester for up to 6 semesters as long as criteria are maintained. In order to retain the scholarship for future semesters, the recipient must earn at least 12 hours each term with at least a 3.0 GPA.
THE WILDON J. “JACK” AND CLAIRE SHINN SCHOLARSHIP IN THE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC [1 @ $250] is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Department of Music. The recipient will be classified as either a sophomore or junior and will have earned a 2.50 GPA at the time of the award. The recipient shall hold the scholarship for two consecutive semesters, providing all of the above criteria is met. The recipient must be a woodwind major currently enrolled in studio lesson and a major ensemble. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or by emailing brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu
The Terrebonne Association of Educators is proud to fund a scholarship program, awarding a deserving student pursuing an Education degree at Nicholls State University in the amount of $500.00. The applicant must be an active and enrolled student working towards achieving a bachelor’s degree in the field of Education. The applicant must be in good academic standing with the university. Consideration is given to students of high moral character who are involved in extracurricular and community activities; a copy of the student’s co-curricular form may be attached to the essay. Financial need will be a consideration. The applicant must be a former graduate of the Terrebonne Parish School District. The applicant must be scheduled to graduate in Fall 2023 or Spring 2024. The applicant must have and maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to a dependent or a relative of a TAE member. The applicant must submit a well thought out essay addressing the following topics: 1.) Becoming a teacher can be challenging as well as rewarding. State a brief history about yourself and why you are choosing to become a teacher. If you are active on campus, please include your extracurricular and community activities. 2.) Referencing the previous statement, what impact do you plan on making once entering the classroom with your students and the other faculty members? 3.) Students from different backgrounds and cultures depend on us as educators to be at our best. What strategy do you plan to implement to avoid burnout in order to provide your students of different backgrounds and cultures the best education they can receive? Essays need to be submitted to the Scholarship Office or by email to brandy.stpierre@nicholls.edu The deadline to apply is July 30, 2023.
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Students can also find scholarships on the LOSFA website. This page is updated monthly by the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance.
