SCHOLARSHIPS & WAIVERS

AHEAD Scholar Tuition Waiver

• Description: The AHEAD Scholar Tuition Waiver provides financial support to allied health students with demonstrated financial need. The waiver recognizes academic achievement and helps reduce educational expenses.
• Eligible Students: Newly admitted students in the following programs are eligible: Cardiopulmonary Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Speech-Language Pathology. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Students may be classified as either in-state or out-of-state residents in accordance with LSU policy.
• Number of Awards: Eight new waivers are available each year.
• Amount: Each waiver is equal to the cost of in-state tuition, which varies by program. The waiver is renewable each semester, provided the recipient continues to meet eligibility criteria.
• Selection Process: No separate application is required. To be considered for this competitive waiver, students need only apply for admission through their respective Centralized Application Service, or CAS. Recipients are selected based on program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee: The faculty admissions committee for each respective program.

Non-Resident Fee Waiver

• Eligible Students: New students in the following programs who are classified as non-Louisiana residents are eligible for the Non-Resident Fee Waiver: Cardiopulmonary Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, and Speech-Language Pathology. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
• Amount: The waiver amount is equal to the non-resident fee for the recipient’s respective program. The waiver is renewable each semester, provided the recipient continues to meet eligibility criteria.
• Selection Process: Interested students should contact Student Affairs.
• Selection Committee: A selection committee is not required. Eligibility is based on residency status and available funding.

Margaret Shehee Cole Endowed Scholarship for First-Generation Students

• Description: The Margaret Shehee Cole Endowed Scholarship provides financial support to first-generation college graduates from economically disadvantaged populations who are enrolled in graduate programs within the School of Health Professions and Sciences. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Students may be classified as either in-state or out-of-state residents in accordance with LSU policy.
• Eligible Programs: Current graduate students in the following programs are eligible: Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Rehabilitation Sciences.
• Number of Awards: One award is available each year.
• Amount: $4,000 total, distributed as $2,000 in the fall semester and $2,000 in the spring semester.
• Selection Process: Recipients are selected through a competitive application process.
• Selection Committee: An ad hoc faculty committee appointed by the Dean (or designee).

School of Allied Health - Board of Supervisors Scholarship

• Description: The purpose of the LSU Board of Supervisors Scholarship program is to recognize and support students attending LSU entities who by their educational pursuits contribute positively to Louisiana’s and society’s prosperity and well-being. The scholarship program’s mission is to financially assist LSU degree-seeking individuals in achieving academic and career success by providing annual tuition-based scholarships in consideration of a student’s academic potential, individual achievement, or personal circumstances.

• Eligible AHP Programs: Current students in the Cardiopulmonary Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Programs. 
• Number of Awards: Amount varies based on program-specific criteria.
• Amount: Amount varies based on available funding. One-time, non-renewable award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria. A committee of faculty appointed by the Dean makes the selection.
• Selection Committee: Academic Affairs Faculty Committee

Physical Therapy Achievement Scholarship

• Description: This scholarship is designed to recognize and reward high-achieving students accepted into the Physical Therapy Program. It is intended to provide financial assistance to those students who demonstrate exceptional academic and professional potential.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Incoming students to the Physical Therapy Program.
• Number of Awards: Three awards are reserved for new students starting each summer term. 
• Amount: $5000 each year ($2500 fall and spring). Renewable each semester when criteria are met.
• Selection Process: No application. To be considered for this scholarship, students should submit an application for admission via PTCAS. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee: PT Faculty Committee

Physician Assistant Enrollment Scholarships

• Description: This scholarship is designed to recognize and reward high-achieving students accepted into the Physician Assistant Program. It is intended to provide financial assistance to those students who demonstrate exceptional academic and professional potential.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Incoming students to the Physician Assistant (PA) Program. 
• Number of Awards: Varies based on available funding.
• Amount: Amount varies based on available funding. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. To be considered for this scholarship, students should submit an application for admission via CASPA. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee: PA Faculty Committee

Speech-Language Pathology Scholarships

Speech-Language Pathology Scottish Rite Speech and Hearing Scholarship

• Description: This scholarship is for two SLP students who are enrolled in clinical practicum. The two students receive the scholarship and work with children who are receiving therapy through the Scottish Rite Speech and Hearing Clinic. This scholarship is funded by the Louisiana Scottish Rite.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Current students in the Speech-Language Pathology Program. 
• Number of Awards: Two per semester
• Amount: $500.00 summer semester; $1250 for fall and spring semesters; a student can receive the scholarship for no more than 3 semesters.
• Selection Process: Recipients are selected through a competitive application process.
• Selection Committee:  Scottish Rite Masons

Speech-Language Pathology Mollie Webb/Charlotte Webb Scholarships

• Description: This scholarship is for students who are in good standing academically and clinically. This scholarship is funded by the Webb Family.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Second year students in the Speech-Language Pathology Program. 
• Number of Awards: Varies based on available funding.
• Amount: Amount varies based on available funding.  This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: Recipients are selected through a competitive application process.
• Selection Committee: The Webb Family

Speech-Language Pathology Boomer Scholarship

• Description: This scholarship is for students who have demonstrated a high level of caring and compassion for clients.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Current students in the Speech-Language Pathology Program. 
• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: Amount varies based on available funding. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee:  SLP Faculty Committee

Speech-Language Pathology Research Scholarship

• Description: This scholarship is for a student who has demonstrated outstanding research accomplishments (e.g., study, literature review, etc.). This scholarship is funded by the SLP faculty’s donated royalties from authoring textbooks.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Current students in the Speech-Language Pathology Program. 
• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: $100. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee:  SLP Faculty Committee

Chancellor’s Award

• Description: A cash award is presented annually to a graduating student who has demonstrated excellence in research and academics.

• Eligible AHP Programs: Graduating students in the Cardiopulmonary Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Programs.

• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: $500 cash award. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. A committee of faculty appointed by the Dean makes the selection.
• Selection Committee: Academic Affairs Faculty Committee

Dean’s Award

• Description: A cash award is presented annually to a graduating student who has demonstrated excellence in service and volunteerism.

• Eligible AHP Programs: Graduating students in the Cardiopulmonary Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Programs.

• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: $500 cash award. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. A committee of faculty appointed by the Dean makes the selection
• Selection Committee: Academic Affairs Faculty Committee

Cardiopulmonary Science Ronald B. George Clinical Excellence Award

• Description: A cash award is presented annually to a student that faithfully executes quality respiratory and/or clinical care as evidenced by incident-free clinical rotations and preceptor and/or faculty verification of quality patient care. This award is sponsored by the Department of Medicine, Section of Pulmonary & Critical Care.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Graduating student in the Cardiopulmonary Science Program
• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: $500. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee: CPS Faculty Committee

Outstanding Cardiopulmonary Science Student Award 

• Description: A cash award is presented annually to a student whose characteristics promote academic excellence, professionalism, and overall quality.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Graduating student in the Cardiopulmonary Science Program
• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: $500. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee: CPS Faculty Committee

Outstanding Speech-Language Pathology Student Scholarship

• Description: This scholarship is presented annually to a recent graduate who was well rounded and performed well clinically, academically, and showed good interpersonal skills.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Alumni of the Speech-Language Pathology Program. 
• Number of Awards: One per year
• Amount: $100. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee:  SLP Faculty Committee

Speech-Language Pathology Alumni Scholarship 

• Description: This scholarship is presented annually to a program alumnus who has given back to the profession, community, and/or program.
• Eligible AHP Programs: Alumni of the Speech-Language Pathology Program. 
• Number of Awards: 1
• Amount: $100. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship award.
• Selection Process: No application. Nominees are selected per program-specific criteria.
• Selection Committee:  SLP Faculty Committee

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