TOPS - Taylor Opportunity Program for Students
How to Apply
Yearly application deadline is July 1
- Complete ONE of the applications at this link
- Receive an official award notice from the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance
(LOSFA) during late summer following high school graduation.
View Current TOPS eligibility
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Qualifying for TOPS
CLICK HERE to view the qualifications for each level of TOPS funding, including TOPS Tech*, Opportunity, Performance, and Honors, including requirements to maintain your TOPS while enrolled.
* See Eligible TOPS Tech Programs section below
Eligible TOPS Tech Programs:
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
Associate of Applied Science
- Computer Information Technology
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Fire and Emergency Services
- Management
- Surgical Technology
Associate of Science
- Care and Development of Young Children
- Criminal Justice
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Radiologic Technology
- Respiratory Care
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Certificate of Technical Studies
- Accounting Technology - Account Clerk
- Human Resources Management
- Administrative Technology Specialist
- Medical Coding and Billing
- Chemical Technician
- Fire Service Technology
Award Retention
Information about retaining TOPS eligibility is available via the following links:
- TOPS Honors, Performance and Opportunity Rights and Responsibilities
- TOPS Tech Rights and Responsibilities
- Don't Lose Your TOPS!
Use these LOSFA Links for more information in relation to: TOPS
Request an Exception and Other TOPS Forms
Problems with submitting the application or questions about TOPS?
- Email custserv@la.gov
- Visit the LOSFA website at: Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance