Return to Learn Scholarship

One Acadiana’s Return to Learn Scholarship awards students continuing their education at select post-secondary education institutions in Acadiana. As the region’s leading economic development organization and Lafayette’s Chamber of Commerce, One Acadiana is focused on strengthening Acadiana’s workforce and business environment. This scholarship provides a unique opportunity for local students to receive the financial assistance necessary to cross the finish line.

Scholarship Recipients

While many high school graduates receive funding and assistance as they enter their freshman year, fewer scholarship opportunities exist for students continuing their education. To address this, 1A’s Return to Learn Scholarship will award students attending post-secondary education institutions that are members or investors of One Acadiana. 

These institutions currently include:

• Academy of Interactive Entertainment
• Blue Cliff College
• Louisiana State University – Eunice
• Remington College
• South Louisiana Community College
• Unitech Training Academy
• University of Louisiana at Lafayette

*All scholarship applicants must be currently enrolled at any of the above institution’s Acadiana-based campuses. For inquiries regarding a specific institute’s  campus, please contact Info@OneAcadiana.org to confirm eligibility. 

Eligibility Requirements

Eligible students are those enrolled, full-time or part-time, in a four-year degree program, two-year degree program, or one that qualifies for the M.J. Foster Promise Program. Students must also have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA (good academic standing) and meet the following additional requirement according to their program:

• Four year Institutions/Programs:
  • Have a minimum of 60 credit hours complete
• Two year Institutions/Programs:
  • Have a minimum of 1 semester complete
• Institutions/Programs Qualifying for the M.J. Foster Promise Program:
  • Must be currently enrolled as of Summer 2025

Donor Benefits

Donors will receive the following recognition:

• Name/Company logo featured on the 1A Return to Learn Scholarship webpage
• Name/Company logo featured across 1A’s social media channels
• Personal invitation to 1A Scholarship Reception with the opportunity to meet and congratulate recipients

Thank You to Our 2024 Scholarship Donors!