Luckyday Scholars Program-USM

The Luckyday Scholars Program recognizes high school seniors in Mississippi who demonstrate merit through leadership, academic achievement, and community service. Students who have been accepted to The University of Southern Mississippi are welcome to apply. The Luckyday Foundation, founded by the late Frank R. Day of Jackson, Mississippi, funds scholarships for Mississippi high school seniors who demonstrate leadership skills, who are exemplary students, who are involved in their communities, and need financial assistance to pursue a higher education at The University of Southern Mississippi. The scholarship is $6,000 each year and is renewable for 3 consecutive years following the first, provided the student meets the GPA requirements each year and maintains good standing with the program. The scholarship is applied to the student's account at Southern Miss, and it is not designated for any particular area. The Luckyday Scholarship is stackable with Academic Excellence Scholarships offered through Southern Miss and most other scholarships, with the exception of Presidential, National Merit, and Discovery. All students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Students volunteer at least 10 hours per semester starting the spring semester of their freshman year. All freshmen take a 3 credit-hour course the fall of their first year. All freshmen live in Luckyday Citizenship Hall their first year.