M.J. FOSTER PROMISE PROGRAM

There are three easy steps to receiving funds from the M.J. Foster Promise Program. All steps must be completed in order to receive a funding decision

FOR CREDIT COURSES

The M.J. Foster Promise Program will be available to all Louisiana residents (21 years or older) with individual student awards available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Students will qualify for financial support to earn credentials that align to high-demand jobs in growing industry sectors, such as construction, healthcare, information technology, manufacturing, and transportation and logistics.  Click here to view the list of approved qualified programs.

Check below to see if you are eligible! 

• Meet a family income that does not exceed 300% of the Federal Poverty Level or be unemployed or underemployed for six months prior to receiving grant.
  • Household of 1 = $38,640
  • Household of 2 = $52,260
  • Household of 3 = $65,880
  • Household of 4 = $79,500
  • Household of 5 = $93,120
    • To view the most updated poverty thresholds and for households of six or more, visit the U.S. ASPE webpage for more information.
• Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent or co-enroll in a qualified program of study and in a program to earn high school credential.
• Have not previously earned an undergraduate degree at the associate level or above.
• Be a Louisiana resident and U.S. Citizen.
• Commit to reside in Louisiana one year after completion and to perform 20 hours of community service, an internship, or a mentorship annually to maintain the award.

Contact LOSFA staff at MJFoster.Promise@la.gov for more information.