Applications are being accepted for Cleco’s Power of a Promise Scholarship, which includes full tuition, books, a stipend for incidentals and a paid internship at the company’s Brame Energy Center near Boyce, La.  
  
The Power of a Promise Scholarship is part of Cleco’s $1.0 million corporate contribution to Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC) to help fund training, curriculum development and scholarships.  
  
The scholarship is for high school juniors and seniors who have excelled academically and who plan to attend CLTCC in Alexandria and pursue a diploma in a Cleco approved program such as Industrial Manufacturing Technology or a certificate in the Line Worker Training Program. 

“The Power of a Promise Scholarship reflects Cleco’s commitment to Louisiana by creating opportunities for students,” said Kay Buras, talent acquisition partner at Cleco. “It ensures that financial barriers do not hinder access to education and success. By providing this educational support to students with financial need, we reinforce our core values of community and excellence.” 

In 2024, the Power of a Promise Scholarship was awarded to Steele Peart, Royderius Price and Jaden Lee - high school seniors at Rapides, Tioga and Peabody High Schools, respectively. 

CLTCC will accept applications through Jan. 31, 2025, and the scholarship recipient(s) will be announced in Spring 2025. 

Eligibility requirements are listed below. Students can access the application online at cltcc.edu and then hand deliver, mail or email it to CLTCC’s Alexandria Campus. Cleco is unable to accept applications.  

In Person or By Mail:  
CLTCC Alexandria Campus, Attn: Cleco Power of a Promise Scholarship, 516 Murray Street, Alexandria, La. 71301  

By Email:  [email protected]  

Eligibility requirements for a Cleco Power of Promise Scholarship:  

• Admitted to CLTCC’s Alexandria Campus (admission application must be on file with CLTCC, and you must be admitted prior to receiving funds).  

• Interested in pursuing a Cleco sponsored program 

• Demonstrate a critical financial need ($75,000 or lower adjusted gross family income or Pell Grant eligibility required) 

• Eligible to work in United States (an active work visa is acceptable).  

•  Classified as a high school junior or senior in the State of Louisiana during the scholarship application year. Note: If award is received during Junior year GPA must meet same criteria upon graduation. Students must be on track to earn a High School Diploma with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Must provide transcript and/or proof of diploma.
  
• Have a combination of attributes: High Academic Performance, Financial Need, Personal Accomplishments, ACT WorkKeys Bronze or higher, Extracurricular Activities, Awards, Recognition, Community Service, Work History