Scholarships

Scholarships for All Undergraduates

(Scholarships MAY be awarded as funds are available)

The scholarships listed on this page are not overseen by the ULM Scholarship Office.
See the link or contact information provided for each listing.

Academic Common Market Out-of-State Fee Waiver
The Academic Common Market is an interstate agreement between the states comprising the Southern Regional Education Board that allows for sharing academic programs through an exchange of students across state lines. If an academic program is not offered in one of these states, a student may be able to attend ULM and be exempt from out-of-state fees if certain criteria are met. Contact the Board of Higher Education in the student’s home state or Mary Schmeer, ULM Recruitment/Admissions, (318) 342-5259 or (800) 372-5127.

Athletic Scholarships
Inquiries regarding athletic awards should be made directly to the appropriate athletic coach. For more information, link to ULM Athletics.

Employee Fee Waiver
The University offers a partial tuition reduction to qualified employees or their dependents. Guidelines may be found in the Employee Fee Waiver Policy and the Dependent Fee Waiver Policy at
http://www.ulm.edu/forms/

Louisiana National Guard Tuition Waiver
Under Louisiana Statute R.S. 29:36.1, certain members of the Louisiana National Guard may be exempted from paying the tuition portion of fees. Contact the National Guard or the ULM Student Account Services office for more information.

Rockefeller Scholarship Program
This scholarship program is administered by the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance.

ROTC Scholarship
Four-year scholarships are available to eligible ULM students on a competitive basis. Applications and information are available through the Military Science department at www.ulm.edu/rotc.

Talent Scholarships*
The School of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA)offers talent grants in the areas of music, dance, theatre and art. These performance-based awards are competitive and limited in number. Students wishing to audition should contact the appropriate department or the VAPA office at (318) 342-3811.

Spirit Scholarships*
Spirit scholarships are available for students on ULM’s dance team and cheer squad. Questions regarding awards and tryouts should be directed to the appropriate area or the Department of Student Life and Leadership at (318) 342-5287 or ULM Student Life.

Vocational Rehabilitation Scholarships
This program is administered by the State of Louisiana for students with physical handicaps. Students should check with their high school principal or counselor or the nearest Louisiana Rehabilitation Services Office.