FAQs: Scholarship Program
When you're ready, click Apply Now to complete the online application. You will be required to submit information regarding your scholastic achievements, extra-curricular activities, and community service, as well as your 500-word essay. Please allow enough time to complete the application once you've begun. We strongly encourage you to save your answers on a separate word document in case there is an error while moving through the online application.
You will need a PDF of your official high school transcript and your official ACT score report. Have information on your scholastic awards and achievements, extracurricular activities, community service, and your completed essay. You will also need a computer with internet access to be able to submit the online application.
Scholarship winners will be notified by Thursday, June 1, 2023, and results will be made public shortly thereafter.
Applications must be submitted through our online application process no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, April 28, 2023.
Only current Baton Rouge Telco members in good standing are eligible to apply and be awarded a scholarship. However, you can apply to become a member at any time! Open your account online or visit a branch near you to get started. Be sure to establish membership prior to completing your online application!
To be eligible for a Baton Rouge Telco scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a current Baton Rouge Telco member in good standing at the time of application
- High school graduating senior in spring 2023
- Be scheduled to attend an accredited university, community college, or trade school for the fall semester 2023
- GPA of 2.5 or above