# TOPS Tech Early Start

> Amount varies from Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA). See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/tops-tech-early-start
- Provider: Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/la
- Official page: https://mylosfa.la.gov/financial-aid/scholarships
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The TOPS Tech Early Start program, administered by the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), is designed for Louisiana public high school juniors and seniors. To qualify, students must be enrolled in dual enrollment courses at a Louisiana postsecondary institution, focusing on a top demand occupation. This award helps cover the costs associated with these technical and vocational dual enrollment courses while students are still in high school, preparing them for high-demand career pathways. Because this is a state-specific financial aid program, students generally need to coordinate with their high school counselors and the participating postsecondary institution to apply. While the program is funded by the state, applicants should also complete the FAFSA or the state's equivalent financial aid application to ensure overall eligibility for Louisiana student aid programs. For the most current application dates and deadlines, please see the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: LA
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 11th grade, 12th grade
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Technical or trade school, Public college
- For Louisiana public high school juniors and seniors enrolled in dual enrollment courses in a top demand occupation.

## How to apply

Apply through your public high school guidance counselor or coordinator to ensure enrollment in qualifying dual enrollment courses.

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- [Cleco Power of a Promise Scholarship](https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/cleco-power-of-a-promise-scholarship): Amount varies
- [TOPS Opportunity Award](https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/louisiana-tops-opportunity-award): Amount varies
- [TOPS Performance Award](https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/louisiana-tops-performance-award): Amount varies

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