LS-LAMP Scholarship Program

 

Louis Stokes Louisiana Alliance for Minority Participation (LS-LAMP)

Opportunity for STEM minorities at LSUA to enhance their participation in STEM

Students avail $2,100/year scholarship per year (Paid in installments)

LS-LAMP Scholarship Program

Louis Stokes Louisiana Alliance for Minority Participation (LS-LAMP)

The Louis Stokes Louisiana Alliance for Minority Participation is a comprehensive, statewide, coordinated program aimed at substantially increasing the number and quality of minority students enrolling in and completing baccalaureate degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and subsequently going on to pursue graduate studies in STEM disciplines.

The LS-LAMP Program at Louisiana State University at Alexandria focuses on helping its scholars navigate their STEM degree programs by providing scholarships, a nurturing and smaller environment within our university through individualized mentoring, professional development, research training, and preparation for graduate school programs.  Scholars join a small community of like-minded STEM students, who share similar goals and are motivated to succeed. In addition to participating in program activities, all LAMP Scholars also engage in undergraduate research and community service.

 

 

How to Apply





Step 1: Complete application form - Download Application Here


Step 2: Request most recent transcript

Step 3: Prepare a 200-max word essay on why you wish to join LSUA LAMP

Step 4: Send documents in steps 1-3 to Dr. Prakash Ghimire (pghimire@lsua.edu)




* Applications are processed as soon as submitted. Scholarships are competitive and depend on availability of slots. Anticipate start date: As soon as possible

For More Information

Dr. Prakash Ghimire, LSUA Principal Investigator & Director
pghimire@lsua.edu| 318-421-4421

 

Benefits and Incentives

  • $2,100 stipend per year (paid in installments)
  • Individualized mentoring & advising
  • Research opportunities
  • Conference participation
  • Monthly seminars
  • Graduate school preparation

Eligibility

  • U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
  • Majoring in a STEM discipline at LSUA
  • Underrepresented by race per the NSF definition (African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Alaskan Native, Pacific Islander)
  • Have 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher for undergraduates (3.0 high school GPA for incoming freshmen)
  • Open to pursuing a PhD in a STEM discipline
  • Fulfill program requirements

Program Requirements

Including but not limited to:

  • Minimum of 5-10 hours per week of undergraduate research
  • Monthly LAMP meetings, conferences, and off-campus activities
  • At least 2 mentoring meetings with the LSUA LAMP Director during each semester
  • At least 5 hours of community service each semester
  • Must attend student orientation