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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · LA

Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance

Regional Contract Program

Loan with possibility of fulfillment by service for optometry or podiatry outside of Louisiana.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Complete the RCP application and promissory note; apply for admission separately.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Louisiana

  • LA

What it offers

Tuition reduction depending on institution and funds.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Selección RCP y admisión separada a un programa participante.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Louisiana resident.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Practice in Louisiana and participate as a Medicaid provider 18 months per funded year, or repay the loan.

Contact information

Shannon Harris, LOSFA: 225-219-2732.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Partially reviewed
Last verification
Not confirmed
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0172

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