APPLICATION GUIDELINES

1. Read Scholarship definition and review application.
2. Gather your data.
3. Contact your references as soon as possible.
4. Highlight your achievements and promote yourself.
5. Do a rough draft of your essay.
6. Be specific and give examples in your essay.
7. Review and rewrite your essay.
8. Proofread essay for typographical and grammatical errors.
9. Please include all requested documentation with completed application.
10. Include a recent professional headshot with your application.Please note: Photos taken may be used by the organization for marketing or publicity purposes.
11. Make certain that counselor’s reference and high school transcript are received in a sealed, untampered school envelope.
12. Do not submit information that has not been requested.

Application Period: December 1- May 1

Scholarship Awarded: June

Purpose:  To provide financial assistance to a member of the Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana who would like to continue their education after high school.

Number of Award: Two awards starting at $500 will be given for the fall semester.

Who qualifies:

• Graduating high school seniors
• Individual with sickle cell disease (individuals with sickle cell trait are not eligible)
• A member of Sickle Cell of South Louisiana

Qualifications/Selection Factors:

• Grade Point Average: Minimum of 2.0
• Community Service: Minimum of 10 hours
• Quality of Essay

Essay Topic: Candidates must submit a personal essay of no more than 500 words reflecting on how sickle cell disease has shaped their life, goals, or community, or discuss its broader impact on society.

**All applicants must submit a résumé, cover letter, and three references, including at least one from a counselor or teacher.

For questions, call the office at 225.346.8434 or via email info@scasl.org

Click here to complete the application.