FAQ Spring 2 2025 New Student Credit

Eligibility and Application 

Students who are among the first 1000 to meet all of the criteria below, may be eligible to receive the $250 New Student Credit.

Eligible Programs: Online Bachelor degree programs offered by LSU, LSU Alexandria and LSU Shreveport.*

Application Eligibility Period: Applications submitted between December 17, 2024 - February 3, 2025.

Eligible Term: Spring 2 2025 - Only New Students who begin their program in Spring 2 2025 term are eligible.

Note: Applications submitted for Spring 1 2025 term and any Associate, Master’s or Certificate program are not eligible. 

Schedule Deadline: March 3, 2025 - Classes for the Spring 2 2025 term must be scheduled by March 3 to be eligible.

Applications will be reviewed by the respective college. If you are admitted to the program for Spring 2 2025 term and accept your admission, you must then schedule your classes by March 3, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions 

• Does this credit require an application? 
  • No – students do not need to submit a separate application or form to be eligible to receive this credit. 
• Can I qualify for this credit if I am currently enrolled in an online bachelor’s degree program? 
  • No. Only newly admitted students for Spring 2 2025 term are eligible for this credit. 
• I applied for an online Master’s degree program by the February 3, 2025 application deadline and completed registration for the Spring 2 2025 term by March 3, 2025, am I eligible for the $250 credit? 
  • No. This credit is only applicable to online bachelor’s degree programs. Masters, Associates and Certificate programs do not qualify. 

Note: The online Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Bachelor of Science in Cardiopulmonary Science are not eligible for the credit.

• Can I receive this Credit if I have Employer Paid Tuition Assistance? 
  • No. If your employer pays your fee bill you are not eligible for this credit. 
• Can I receive this Credit if my Employer offers Tuition Reimbursement? 
  • Yes, if you pay out-of-pocket and receive reimbursement from your employer you may still be eligible for this Credit. 
• If I receive loans, scholarships or grants am I eligible to receive this Credit? 
  • Yes. Students who receive loans, scholarships or grants may still be eligible for this Credit. 
• How many courses do I need to take to be eligible for this credit? 
  • Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours for the Spring 2 2025 term.  
• When will I know if I am eligible for this credit?  
  • This credit is limited to the First 1000 students to meet all of the eligibility criteria, so there is no guarantee you will be among the First 1000. 

Note: Enrollment must be maintained through the start of class for the Spring 2 2025 term. If a student chooses to drop courses or reduce credit hours below the minimum 3 credit hours, or is dropped by the institution for any reason they will no longer be eligible for the credit. 

• How will I receive the $250 credit? 
  • Your $250 credit will be applied to your fee bill automatically once you have met the above criteria.  
• When does the credit expire? 
  • This is a one-time credit of $250 that will be applied to the students fee bill upon verification of the above eligibility criteria. 
• Are there other financial aid options for online degree programs offered through LSU Online? 
  • Yes! You can read this short post to find more tips for paying for your degree or visit the financial aid page. 
• I applied for an LSU, LSU Shreveport or LSU Alexandria bachelors program by the promotion deadline of February 3, 2025 and I was admitted to the program for the  Spring 2 2025 term, but I decided to delay starting the program until Summer or Fall. Am I still eligible? 
  • No. This credit is only available for new students enrolling in the Spring 2 2025 term.
• I am currently a student in an on-campus bachelor’s program and am switching to the online modality for my bachelor’s program. Am I eligible? 
  • No. This credit is for new students are applying for and starting an eligible online bachelor program in the Spring 2 2025 term. 
• Who should I contact if I have additional questions?   
  • You can contact us at 833-280-5634 or reach out to your coach with additional questions or concerns. 
    

*Program Exclusions: The LSU Health Shreveport BS in Cardiopulmonary Science and the LSU Health Science Center New Orleans BS in Public Health are NOT eligible programs for this credit.
**Only applications submitted between December 17, 2024 through February 3, 2025 are eligible for this credit.