Navigating the financial aid process can feel overwhelming, but at LSUS, our friendly and knowledgeable Financial Aid staff are here to help you every step of the way. We are committed to helping you explore funding options so you can focus on achieving your academic goals.
The LSUS Financial Aid Office administers the following programs:
Please note: LSUS does not participate in private student loan programs.
The School Code for LSUS is 002013.
If you have questions, contact the Financial Aid Office at 318-797-5363 or email finaid@lsus.edu.
Follow the steps below to apply for federal financial aid.
Create your FSA ID on the Federal Student Aid website. If you are a dependent student, one parent will also need an FSA ID. Your FSA ID is used to electronically sign your FAFSA and access federal aid records.
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the Federal Student Aid website. Be sure to include LSUS School Code: 002013 so your information is sent to LSUS.
After your FAFSA has been processed by the U.S. Department of Education, you will receive a FAFSA Submission Summary (formerly called the Student Aid Report).
Please review your FAFSA Submission Summary carefully and make any necessary corrections as soon as possible to avoid delays.
Please allow 5–7 business days for the LSUS Financial Aid Office to receive your FAFSA information. You can monitor your application status through myLSUS. If additional documentation is required, it will appear as red flags on your account.
Some FAFSAs are selected for verification by the U.S. Department of Education. If selected, you must submit additional documents to the LSUS Financial Aid Office before financial aid can be awarded.
Students borrowing federal student loans for the first time at LSUS must complete:
These requirements are completed on the Federal Student Aid website.
For information about TOPS, Louisiana Go Grant, GEAUX Teach Scholarships and the Louisiana National Guard Patriot Scholarship go to our TOPS and Other State Programs page.
For more information about First Year Students, Transfer Students, and Foundations Scholarships go to our scholarships page.
No separate application is required to be considered for LSUS scholarships.
In order to be considered, students must submit:
All required documents must be submitted to the Office of Admissions.
Additional scholarship opportunities funded through the LSUS Foundation are available on the LSUS Academic Works website.
With the exceptions of scholarships and fee exemptions, financial aid is awarded on the basis of need. Need is determined by the following equation:
costs - family contribution = financial need
Several types of financial aid have funding limits. Funds with funding limits are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis, with the exception of the State of Louisiana Go Grant. Initial awards are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis, but any reallocation of funds requires an analysis of the recipients to insure that at least 30% of the awards have been awarded to students over age 24.
How It Works
First, the cost of attending LSUS is calculated. Cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, books, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses. The amount of financial assistance your family is expected to provide is subtracted from the total cost. The amount of financial assistance expected is established by the federally approved needs analysis. Costs minus family contribution equals financial need.
Conditions
You must be enrolled at least half-time as a regular student in pursuit of a degree or teacher certification. Sometimes Pell Grant funding is provided for less than half-time students.
You must be a U.S. citizen or establish that you are an eligible non-citizen by possessing a copy of the I-151 or I-551 Alien Registration Receipt Card.
You must maintain satisfactory academic progress SAP as established by LSUS.
New students or transfer students must have all required academic transcripts on file with the Admissions Office. Provisionally admitted students will not receive financial aid or financial aid extension.
You must not owe a refund on a Federal grant or be in default on any Federal/direct student loan previously received at any institution.
Study Abroad: Students may be eligible to receive student financial aid for study abroad if the program is offered through LSUS and approved for credit by LSUS.
You must complete a new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each school year.
Students cannot receive federal financial aid for correspondence courses.
Title IV School Code: 002013
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.