Ruby J. Darensbourg-Cook Memorial Scholarship

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Ruby J. Darensbourg-Cook Memorial Scholarship

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The Ruby J. Darensbourg-Cook Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 to Louisiana residents pursuing a career in education through an accredited college or university in the state.

May 1, 2026

24 days left

$1,500

Award amount

3

Requirements

Quick decision

AI insights

Best for

  • Louisiana residents
  • Students in Practitioner Teacher Alternative Certification Programs
  • Those pursuing elementary or early childhood education

Key highlights

  • $1,500 award amount
  • Deadline: May 1, 2026
  • Supports education career preparation

Why apply

  • Financial assistance for education costs
  • Support for future educators in Louisiana

Who can apply

  • Must be a resident of Louisiana
  • Currently attending an accredited college or university in Louisiana
  • Enrolled in a Practitioner Teacher Alternative Certification Program
  • Working towards certification in elementary or early childhood education
  • Must have completed at least half of the required course hours

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Quick facts

Status

open

Eligible institutions

Baton Rouge Area Foundation

Payout method

Not stated on the listing

Before you apply

AI guidance

Things to double-check on the official page.

Missing or unclear on the listing

  • Payout method details are not stated
  • No information on how to apply beyond the URL

Next steps

AI guidance

A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

  1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
  2. Skim the official instructions for any uploads or essays.
  3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
  4. Apply through the official site linked above.

Application tips

AI guidance

Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

  • Prepare an essay about why you decided to become a teacher
  • Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying

Key requirements (3)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

  • This program is open to residents of Louisiana currently attending an accredited college or university in the state.
  • Applicants must be enrolled in a Practitioner Teacher Alternative Certification Program and working on certification in elementary education or early childhood education.
  • They must have completed at least half of the required Certification Program course hours.

Applying

Details on how to apply can be found at the provided scholarship URL.

Award & payment

Amount: $1,500

Payout: Not stated on the listing

About the provider

Baton Rouge Area Foundation

Overview

This scholarship supports Louisiana residents pursuing education careers through accredited colleges or universities.

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Sponsor & application

Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.

Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

FAQ

Residents of Louisiana currently attending an accredited college or university in the state, enrolled in a Practitioner Teacher Alternative Certification Program.