COLLEGE OF APPLIED & NATURAL SCIENCES

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Scholarships

A number of scholarships are available to Louisiana Tech University Nutrition and Dietetics students. The School of Human Ecology offers scholarships for incoming freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students. Information about scholarships is available on the Human Ecology web site and also from the School of Human Ecology main office (CTHL 251) and from academic advisors. In general, scholarship applications for continuing students are made available in January 1 and are due in February . Awards for the next academic year will be announced at the School of Human Ecology Awards ceremony, typically held during Spring Quarter.

The Louisiana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (LAND) also offers scholarships to dietetic students. Information about LAND scholarship eligibility and deadlines can be obtained at https://eatrightlouisiana.org.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation also offers a large number of scholarships for undergraduate students. Most scholarships require student membership in the Academy. One application form is used for all Foundation scholarships. The annual deadline for submitting applications is mid-February. Additional information can be obtained on the website (https://www.eatrightpro.org/resources/membership#student-member-center).

Financial Aid

Information regarding financial aid and loan deferment is available through the Financial Aid Department at Louisiana Tech University. Additional information regarding financial aid can be found at https://www.latech.edu/current-students/financial-aid/ and loan deferment at https://www.latech.edu/administration/finance/comptroller/ .