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Louisiana Sheriffs’ Scholarship Program Underway
Once again this year, the Louisiana Sheriffs' Scholarship Program will be awarding scholarships to St. Martin Parish students for their education.
One $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior from St. Martin Parish.
There are no restrictions on the purpose for which the scholarship is spent.
The requirements for applicants include:
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Louisiana
- Scholarships must be utilized for higher education in Louisiana
- Student must ben enrolled full time, undergraduate students
- Applicants must be eligible for admission to the school they plan to apply to
The winner of the scholarship will be announced May 1st.
Applications should be sent to:
Major Ginny Higgins at the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
P.O. Box 247
St. Martinville, LA. 70582
Applications can also be dropped off at the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's office at 400 St. Martin Street.
For more information you can call Major Higgins at (337) 394-2606.
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