TOPS - (Louisiana’s Tuition Opportunity Program for Students) is a comprehensive program of state scholarships and one of the most innovative and progressive student assistance programs in the nation. TOPS has five components, contact the guidance counselor for the eligibility criteria of each component. You must apply for all TOPS awards by submitting that version of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which corresponds to the year you plan to enroll in a postsecondary school. You must enter the name of a school located in Louisiana for your application to be considered. The FAFSA may be filed after January 1 and must be received prior to the state deadline published on the form. A FAFSA may be obtained from your high school guidance counselor or college financial aid office or by calling the Office of Student Financial Assistance at (800) 259-5626.