The Cox Law Firm Calcasieu Student Scholarship

The Cox Law Firm of Lake Charles was founded in 1969 by brothers James and Will Cox. The Cox Law Firm has been a proud part of the community it serves for over 50 years. Every single member of the Firm lives, works, and raises their families in Calcasieu Parish. We believe that the students in Calcasieu Parish have a bright future and we are proud to support those who have big dreams. The Cox Law Firm is excited to offer a $1,000 scholarship to a Senior student from each Calcasieu Parish high school who will be attending any Louisiana post-secondary school (college, vocational school, junior college, etc.).

Writing Prompt

Why is a system of checks and balances among the three branches of our federal government important?

Eligible High Schools

• Barbe High School
• Bell City High School
• Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School
• DeQuincy High School
• Hamilton Christian Academy
• Iowa High School
• LaGrange High School
• Lake Charles College Prep
• Saint Louis Catholic High School
• Sam Houston High School
• Starks High School
• Sulphur High School
• Vinton High School
• Washington Marion High School
• Westlake High School

Award Information

Onetime $1,000 scholarship given to one 2025 graduate of each Calcasieu Parish School who plans to attend any 2 or 4 year College or technical school in Louisiana. One Grand Prize Winner will be chosen to receive a $2,000 scholarship

Deadline

Scholarship Applications are due April 15th.

*The use of AI on the essays is not permitted.

Congratulations to Our 2024 Winners!