Women in Industry Scholarship Form

Scholarship Application

Lake Area Industry Alliance’s Southwest Louisiana Women in Industry is an organization that coordinates a forum meant to inspire and encourage female students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math related careers. The mission of SWLA Women in Industry is to showcase the many career opportunities that exist within the industry.

Scholarship Information

The Southwest Louisiana Women in Industry Scholarship application is open to senior high school seniors progressing into a STEM-related field of study, or those who plan to use their education for industry support roles. Examples include but are not limited to, Engineering, Process Technology, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, and more. These funds will be used to cover the cost of tuition, books/supplies, and room and board.

Scholarship Selection Criteria

Must attend the SWLA Women in Industry Forum on March 5, 2026
Female high school senior pursuing higher education in a field of study that will lead to a STEM-related career, or a career that will support industry
Grade Point Average (GPA) minimum of 3.0
Letter of Recommendation from a nonrelative
Community involvement
Must graduate from a high school in Calcasieu, Cameron, Allen or Beauregard Parish

Submission deadline: Thursday, April 2

Women in Industry Scholarship Application

Full Name(Required)

Date of Birth(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Graduating High School(Required)

Current GPA(Required)

College/university/trade school you plan to attend in Fall 2026(Required)

Will you be a full time student?(Required)

Yes

What is/are your expected field(s) of study?(Required)

Please list school extra-curricular activities in which you have participated while in high school. Note leadership roles and dates.(Required)

Please list community organizations such as service, volunteer and religious organizations in which you are now active or have previously been active. Note leadership roles and dates.(Required)

Please list important awards and dates of recognitions received.(Required)

Please list your responsibilities outside of school, i.e. job, chores, or family expectations.(Required)

What are your goals and career plans? What would you like to be doing in 10 years? Why do you think you want to work in industry?(Required)

In 250 words or less, please provide a brief description on how this scholarship would benefit you(Required)

Letter of Recommendation(Required)

Max. file size: 50 MB.