The Women’s Business Alliance is offering local students an opportunity to receive financial support for their college education through its 2026 Academic Scholarship Program. The organization is now accepting applications from eligible female students in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes who plan to pursue higher education in Louisiana.
Women’s Business Alliance Accepting Applications for 2026 Scholarship
The Women’s Business Alliance has announced that applications are open for its 2026 Academic Scholarship Program.
The program will award two $1,000 scholarships to female students who are continuing their education.
The scholarships are designed to support women in the Bayou Region as they pursue academic and career opportunities.
Two Types of Students Eligible
The scholarship program is open to two categories of applicants:
- A graduating high school senior from the Class of 2026
- A non-traditional student returning to college
Both applicants must plan to attend a college or university in Louisiana.
Requirements for Nontraditional Students
The nontraditional scholarship is intended for women age 25 or older who have returned to college to pursue a degree or certification.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be residents of Terrebonne Parish or Lafourche Parish
- Have completed at least one semester of college
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Be enrolled in a Louisiana college
The scholarship aims to support women who are continuing or restarting their education later in life.
Requirements for High School Seniors
Graduating high school seniors applying for the scholarship must also meet several eligibility criteria.
Applicants must:
- Live in Terrebonne or Lafourche Parish
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Plan to enroll in a Louisiana college during 2026
These scholarships are designed to encourage young women to pursue higher education and future leadership roles.
Program Focuses on Empowering Women
The scholarship program reflects the mission of the Women’s Business Alliance, which focuses on improving opportunities for women in the community.
Through education and professional development, the organization aims to empower women both personally and professionally.
Each year, the scholarship helps support future female leaders as they work toward their academic and career goals.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can download the scholarship application and guidelines online.
Applications are available on the Women’s Business Alliance website.
The deadline to apply is April 10, 2026.
Students are encouraged to review all requirements carefully and submit their applications before the deadline.
