LS-Lamp Application Process | LSU Office of Strategic Initiatives

 

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Melissa Crawford
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Application Process

The application period is closed. For future reference, to apply for the LS-LAMP Program candidates need to complete an online application. The following application components are required: 

  • Personal Statement
  • Resume or Curriculum Vita (CV)
  • Official Transcript
  • Recommendation (to be completed online by recommender)

Application Components Important Details

  • It should be typed, single-spaced with 1-inch margins on 8.5 by 11-inch paper and no more than 1 page long.
  • Your statement should describe a) your career goal(s), b) your reasons for choosing the career goal(s), c) what you have done so far to prepare yourself for your career, d) why you are interested in this program, and e) why you feel you are a great candidate for the LS-LAMP Program.
  • The statement should be saved as a PDF in following format: (First Name_Last Name Essay)
  • The file size should not exceed 100 MB

  • Your resume or CV should include but is not limited to: a) your honors & awards b) your organization memberships c) your work or research experience d) your community service
  • It should be saved as a PDF in the following format: (First Name_Last Name Resume)
  • The file size should not exceed 100 MB

  • Your transcript should be saved as a PDF or JPEG.
  • A high school transcript is acceptable for freshmen
  • A copy is acceptable for the application, but an official document will be needed upon acceptance.
  • Your transcript should be saved in the following format: (First Name_Last Name Transcript)
  • The file size should not exceed 100 MB

  • In the application, you will need to provide the following information about your recommender:
    Name, Title, and Email address
  • You should direct your recommender to click the button below to complete your recommendation.  
  • They will need to complete the online recommendation as well as upload a signed letter on letterhead saved in the following format: (Candidate Last Name_Candidate First Name Recommendation)