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Louisiana Board of Regents oversees state higher education and administers financial aid programs including scholarships, need-based grants, and workforce development initiatives for women pursuing college degrees. Call 225-342-4253 or visit regents.la.gov to explore funding opportunities, academic program listings, and transfer pathways. FAFSA is required for most state aid programs. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. A key starting point for women researching public college options and state scholarship eligibility in Louisiana.
225-342-4253 · 1201 N 3rd St Suite 6-200, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
TOPS is Louisiana's merit-based Taylor Opportunity Program for Students, covering tuition at Louisiana public colleges and universities for qualifying students who meet GPA and ACT score thresholds. Different award tiers cover varying amounts. Apply through the state financial aid office at osfa.la.gov. Call 800-259-5626 for eligibility questions. Maintain GPA requirements to keep the award. A significant tuition benefit for Louisiana women pursuing higher education at public universities. Apply by completing FAFSA first.
800-259-5626 · 602 N 5th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge is the state's flagship public university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Women's support resources include the LSU Women and Gender Studies program, Title IX office, student services, counseling, and career development. Call 225-578-3202 or visit lsu.edu for admissions and program information. Financial aid available through FAFSA, TOPS, and institutional scholarships. Located in Baton Rouge. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm for admissions and student services.
225-578-3202 · Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Southern University in Baton Rouge is a public HBCU offering undergraduate and graduate programs with strong student support services for women including counseling, tutoring, career development, and financial aid advising. The university has a proud tradition of serving Black women seeking higher education. Call 225-771-4500 or visit subr.edu for admissions information. Financial aid available through FAFSA and institutional scholarships. Located at 801 Harding Blvd. Admissions office open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
225-771-4500 · 801 Harding Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70813