2026 B.I.G. Scholarship Application (Non-Traditional Students)

2026 SCIA/B.I.G. Scholarship Application

Deadline to submit completed application: Friday, April 24, 2026. Contact Hillary Charpentier at hillary@sciaonline.net with any questions. Make sure to allow enough time for a response before the deadline. If a question does not pertain to you, you may leave it blank but be careful since the response to each question may affect your chances of being chosen for a scholarship.
By applying for a South Central Industrial Association/Bayou Industrial Group scholarship, the applicant acknowledges that he or she understands the rules for scholarship administration; that he or she qualifies in every respect and that he or she agrees to abide by the rules. By submitting this application, you hereby verify that the information is true and accurate and give permission for Fletcher Technical Community College or Nicholls State University to release your grades, contact information, and other pertinent information (ex. federal, state, or academic aid amounts) to the scholarship donor. (Must read rules and accept before submitting application)*

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Applicant's Contact Information
Full Name (first middle last)

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Email Address
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Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Are you a United States citizen?

YesNo
Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Used for the purpose of matching records at schools

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Date
Parish of Residence
High School Attended
When did you graduate high school or receive your GED? (MM/DD/YYYY)

MonthDayYear
Date
High School GPA
Does GPA include honors classes?

YesNo
Cumulative College GPA (if you have attended or are currently attending college classes)
Please select the scholarship you are applying for (Enrollment Plans for Fall 2026) *Students not selected for a BIG Legacy Scholarship may be eligible for a Dove Foundation Scholarship or the SCIA Chevron Maritime Scholarship - For these options please select Other*
Intended Degree Major/Program of Study (Provide enough detail to clarify degree or certification)
Do you work?

YesNo
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, describe your position(s), work hours, and duties.
Are you (or your employer), parent, or grandparent a member of South Central Industrial Associaiton?

YesNo
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, list your employer or the name of your parent or grandparent and their employer
Will you be receiving any other scholarships/grants for fall 2026?

YesNoNot sure yet (explain)
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, list name(s) and value(s) of each scholarship/grant. Please include TOPS level if applicable.
Annual total household income
Please list leadership roles, community service, extracurricular activities, and honors you'd like us to consider.
Electronic Signature of Applicant (type your full name)*
Nicholls applications only: Essay (REQUIRED) should be typed, no more than one page in length, 12-point font, double-spaced. If more than one page is submitted, only the first page will be considered. The essay should describe your career goals, college plans, and why you should receive the BIG Legacy scholarship. You may also describe any financial hardships that will impact your ability to attend college.

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2026 SCIA/B.I.G. Scholarship Application

Applicant's Contact Information