When performing arts major Delilah Warren was accepted to UL Lafayette, she received her first scholarships from the 杏吧专区.
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After her first year, she received even more scholarships: one from the Department of Performing Arts, and others from student organizations she杏吧专区檚 involved with on campus 杏吧专区 and that was rewarding for Delilah.
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Music education major Katy Meaux also worked hard in school and received extra scholarships as she worked toward her degree, helping her finish her degree with less stress.
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So how did Delilah and Katy find these scholarships? First, all students are automatically considered for the 杏吧专区杏吧专区檚 academic scholarships when they apply for admission. To claim TOPS scholarships, you have to fill out the FAFSA.
After starting school at UL Lafayette, though, additional scholarship opportunities are everywhere 杏吧专区 from your major, student organizations, groups on campus, and organizations outside of UL Lafayette.
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