The Comeback Scholarship

The Comeback Scholarship is a proud initiative of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Alumni Association, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the bond between alumni and the four pillars of our mission: the University, our community, students, and each other.

With the generous support of our donors and active members, we're able to offer programs like the Comeback Scholarship to empower the next generation of innovators that walk our halls.

This scholarship helps students continue their bachelor's degrees and supports them as they work to make a lasting impact on our state's economy in their respective careers.

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Scholarship Award Opportunity

Once you have applied and re-enrolled at the University, you can receive up to $2,000 toward your first two consecutive semesters to complete your bachelor's degree.

Who is Eligible?

A limited number of scholarships are awarded each semester, so start your University application as soon as possible to ensure you're admitted and enrolled in time to qualify for the award.

Re-Entry Students

You may qualify if you were previously enrolled in a UL Lafayette undergraduate program but have not been enrolled for at least a year.

GPA

You must have a 1.5 cumulative GPA to be considered for readmission and have earned at least 60 hours to qualify for the scholarship.

Enrollment

If you drop your courses or are not enrolled for the semester of your award, the scholarship will be removed from your account.

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Your Education, Your Way

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a top-rated research institution offering accredited degree programs both on campus and online to ensure students have access to a high-quality education regardless of location or life circumstance.

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On campus

Pick up where you left off in one of 240 majors, concentrations, and minors, with a focus on hands-on experiences and student research at an institution rated among the top 15% in the country.

Online

Choose from one of five undergraduate degrees that will prepare you for your next steps, whether you want to advance your career or continue advancing your education through graduate studies. If you were previously enrolled in our RN to BSN program and are eligible to return, you can also qualify for the scholarship.

Finish what you started!

You could be just a few credits from earning your degree. Take advantage of the Comeback Scholarship to reach your goals.

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Alumni Association

600 E. Saint Mary Blvd.
Lafayette, LA 70503
Tel: 337.482.0900