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Starting a successful career is closer than you think. With exceptional academics and generous financial aid, LSUS allows you to get your degree close to home while launching you to new heights.
Each year, LSUS students receive millions of dollars in scholarships, grants and other types of financial aid. Have questions about what opportunities you qualify for and how to apply? LSUS’ Financial Aid Office is here to guide you through each step of the process.
The Financial Aid Office administers LSUS scholarships, federal aid (including grants, loans and work study), State of Louisiana's Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) scholarships and the State of Louisiana Go Grant Program. Learn more about the types of financial aid opportunities available.
Financial Aid Calendar
Complete the 2021-2022 FAFSA when attending Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Summer 2022
Starting October 1st 2021, students can complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA if attending Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Summer 2023
Disbursement Dates for credit-balance refunds
Don’t forget to accept your financial aid before the start of EACH SEMESTER. You can do this approximately 2 weeks before the fee payment deadline each semester. Login to myLSUS. Go to Financial Aid > Financial Aid Acceptance > Accepted change No to Yes for the semester > Save Changes.
| Last Day to Drop/Census Date | Expected Check Date | |
| Traditional Summer 1A | June 6, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Traditional Summer 1 | June 9, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Traditional Summer 1B | July 6, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Summer AP1/1C | May 17, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Summer AP2/1D | July 12, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Fall Traditional | September 9, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Fall AP1/1C | September 6, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
| Fall AP2/1D | November 1, 2022 | 5-7 Business Days After Census |
Credit-balance refunds are issued weekly after the semester/session census date.
4th SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
Financial Aid Acceptance for Summer available on myLSUS
22th SAP appeal results emailed
25th Bookstore charges open Summer AP1/1C
2nd SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
4th Tuition and fee payment deadline for Summer AP1/1C
11th Bookstore charges close for Summer AP1/1C
18th Bookstore charges open Traditional Summer 1 & 1A
20th SAP appeal results emailed
25th Tuition and fee payment Traditional Summer 1 & 1A
3rd Bookstore charges close for Summer 1 & 1A
8th SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
13th Bookstore charges open for Summer AP2/1D & Summer 1B
23rd SAP appeal results emailed
Tuition and fee payment deadline for Summer 1B
29th Tuition and fee payment deadline for Summer AP2/1D
1st SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
5th Bookstore charges close for Summer AP2/1D & 1B
22nd SAP appeal results emailed
25th Bookstore charges open for all Fall sessions
1st SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
17th Tuition and fee payment deadline for Traditional Fall Semester
19th SAP appeal results emailed
24th Tuition and fee payment deadline for Fall AP1/1C
31st Bookstore charges end for all sessions
2nd SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
23rd SAP appeal results emailed
3rd SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
Bookstore charges open for Fall AP2/1D
18th SAP appeal results emailed
19th Tuition and fee payment deadline for Fall AP2/1D
26th Bookstore charges close Fall AP2/1D
1st SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
18th SAP appeal results emailed
2nd SAP appeal deadline due no later than 4:30 pm CST
16th SAP appeal results emailed
Should you have additional questions, please call our Financial Aid Office at 318-797-5363 or email us at finaid@lsus.edu.
Starting a successful career is closer than you think. With exceptional academics and generous financial aid, LSUS allows you to get your degree close to home while launching you to new heights.