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Generation Hope New Orleans Scholar Program

Direct application

Up to $2,400

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Teen parents who were pregnant or expecting by age 19 and are 25 or younger, raising or actively involved in their child's life, may apply for the Generation Hope New Orleans Scholar Program. Applicants must attend or plan to attend a nonprofit college in Greater New Orleans for an associate's or bachelor's degree with at least 6 credits per semester.

Scholars receive up to $2,400 per year in tuition support, plus mentoring, tutoring, mental health supports, and access to an emergency fund. Renewal requires a 2.5 GPA and at least 6 credits per semester.

Submit a Student Aid Report or proof of FAFSA submission, or a DACA supplement. U.S. citizens, legal residents, and eligible DACA recipients may apply.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Student Aid Report, proof of FAFSA submission, or DACA supplement
  • Financial need documentation
  • Renewal requires a 2.5 GPA and at least 6 credits per semester.