About TOPS Scholarship (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students)
Louisiana's premier merit-based scholarship covering tuition at public colleges and universities. One of the most generous state merit scholarships in the country. Four award levels: Opportunity, Performance, Honors, and Tech. Based on GPA, ACT scores, and core curriculum completion. Not income-based — available to all qualifying LA students.
How to Apply in Louisiana
- Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Apply online at LOSFA.la.gov — TOPS application is part of FAFSA processing
- Meet the core curriculum requirements in high school
- Achieve minimum GPA of 2.5 and ACT score of 20 (varies by award level)
- Must be a Louisiana resident and attend an eligible LA college
- Initial deadline: July 1 after high school graduation
Documents You May Need
- FAFSA completion
- High school transcript with core curriculum
- ACT or equivalent test scores
- Proof of Louisiana residency
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-800-259-5626
Official website: mylosfa.la.gov/students-parents/scholarships-grants/tops
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How much is TOPS Scholarship (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students) worth?
TOPS Scholarship (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students): Worth $3,000–$7,000+/year in tuition. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$417 per month.
TOPS Scholarship (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students): Worth $3,000–$7,000+/year in tuition. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$417 per month.
How do I apply for TOPS Scholarship (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students) in Louisiana?
To apply: Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Apply online at LOSFA.la.gov — TOPS application is part of FAFSA processing. Meet the core curriculum requirements in high school. You can also call 1-800-259-5626. Official website: https://mylosfa.la.gov/students-parents/scholarships-grants/tops/
To apply: Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Apply online at LOSFA.la.gov — TOPS application is part of FAFSA processing. Meet the core curriculum requirements in high school. You can also call 1-800-259-5626. Official website: https://mylosfa.la.gov/students-parents/scholarships-grants/tops/
Who qualifies for TOPS Scholarship (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students)?
Louisiana's premier merit-based scholarship covering tuition at public colleges and universities. One of the most generous state merit scholarships in the country. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Louisiana's premier merit-based scholarship covering tuition at public colleges and universities. One of the most generous state merit scholarships in the country. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.