LOSFA

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Happy National 529 Day! 🎓

A little planning today can make a big difference tomorrow. Louisiana’s 529 saving programs help families save for future education expenses in flexible, tax-advantaged ways.
Whether you are planning for college, K-12 tuition, or qualified disability-related expenses, Louisiana offers options to help you prepare:

🎓 START Saving Program
🏫 START K12
💚 LA ABLE

Celebrate 529 Day by taking a step toward a brighter future. Learn more about Louisiana’s 529 saving programs and how they can support your family’s education and financial goals.

www.Louisiana529.org

05/28/2026

The Chafee Educational and Training Voucher (ETV) is open for young people in foster care (ages 14–26). Eligible students can receive up to $5,000 per year for college or job training.

Visit https://mylosfa.la.gov/students-parents/scholarships-grants/chafee/ for more information.

05/27/2026

Did you know❓

There are five different TOPS award levels with different requirements:
▶️TOPS Tech,
▶️TOPS Opportunity,
▶️TOPS Performance,
▶️TOPS Honors, and
▶️TOPS Excellence.

View each slide to make sure that you're eligible and on the correct path to receiving the TOPS scholarship award after graduation.

Visit https://mylosfa.la.gov/students-parents/scholarships-grants/tops/ to learn more about TOPS awards.

05/26/2026

Homeschool students can begin applying for TOPS in their 12th-grade year by either completing the TOPS Online Application or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®).

Visit https://mylosfa.la.gov/students-parents/home-study-students/ to see what steps you need to take to be eligible for TOPS after graduation.

05/25/2026

Students, always remember to log into your Student Hub account to monitor your TOPS status. This is the fastest, most efficient way to see whether you’re eligible for a TOPS award.

TOPS eligibility information will be available in the Student Hub once LOSFA begins processing for eligibility in June.

Visit https://mylosfa.la.gov/applying-for-tops/ for more information about TOPS processing.

05/23/2026

The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

Looking for a fun, educational, and inspiring way to keep students engaged this summer? The Louisiana Summer Camp Directory is here!

Visit https://mylosfa.la.gov/summercamps/ to explore camps across Louisiana in STEM, arts, health sciences, leadership, athletics, music, and more!

Hosting a camp? Email [email protected] to get it added to our directory.

05/21/2026

Louisiana 529 accounts aren’t just for parents. Grandparents, relatives, and friends can contribute to a child’s education savings. This flexibility allows families and support systems to work together toward future education costs.

For more information, visit https://mylosfa.la.gov/louisiana-529-saving-programs/.