Scholarships aim to keep colleges full

As an incentive for Louisiana students to stay in state for college and to lure back those displaced by last year's hurricanes, the state is offering special scholarships aimed at replenishing its higher-education rosters.

As part of its "Return to Learn" program, the state Board of Regents is offering scholarships of up to $1,000 to these groups: students who were enrolled in a state college or university when they were dispersed by Hurricanes Katrina or Rita; displaced Louisiana residents who would like to enroll in college; or displaced state high school seniors who graduated this year.

The amount of each scholarship will depend on financial need, and students must apply for the money before enrolling for the 2006 fall semester.

from the Times Picayune