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FUNDING YOUR FUTURE

Opportunity awaits! And it might cost less than you think. 海角社区 is consistently ranked a top value by Kiplinger, Forbes, Money, and SmartAsset. In fact, the majority of 海角社区 students鈥攁round 95%鈥攔eceive scholarships or aid, to the tune of $1 billion per year. Two-thirds graduate without any debt and earn more than the national average in starting salaries. College is one of the most important investments you will make in your future, and we'll be here for you every step of the way. 

Below you'll find a variety of resources to help you create a plan that works for you and your family. There are two primary types of financial assistance:

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FINANCIAL AID

We offer a combination of loans, grants, scholarships and work-study options to help cover the cost of attendance. Filling out the (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is your first step to unlocking federal, state, and institutional aid. It's quick, free, and essential鈥攅ven if you think you might not qualify.


SCHOLARSHIPS

These are awards you don鈥檛 have to pay back鈥攂ased on academic achievement, talent, financial need, or special interests. Institutional, local, and national scholarships may be available to you.

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Estimate the Cost of Attendance

This Net Price Calculator is designed to help a first-time undergraduate freshman estimate their net price at 海角社区. Please understand that the results of this calculator are based off of self-reported information and all awards and aid are subject to eligibility and availability of funding.

Net Price Calculator

Important Dates & Deadlines

August 1 

The Fall Undergraduate Application opens. Your admission application is your application for scholarships.
 

Now Open

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens at studentaid.gov. 
 

December 15 Priority Deadline

This is the scholarship priority deadline for first-time, main-campus freshmen. You must submit a completed application to the university through the Common Application by this date to be considered for the competitive scholarship programs.
 

December 15

Priority deadline for completing FAFSA for the following academic year. 
 

April

Transfer students must submit a completed admission application and official transcript(s) on or before April 15 to receive full priority scholarship consideration.
 

June 15th

Priority date to submit FAFSA verification documents to receive financial aid for the Fall semester. 
 

July 1 

Deadline to complete FASFA for TOPS for next academic year
 

Have questions?

Financial Aid
financialaid@lsu.edu 
Phone: 225-578-3103

Scholarships
scholarships@lsu.edu 
Phone: 225-578-3103