TOPS Request for Exception Form - Louisiana Office of Student ... 2026

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The document is a Request for Exception Form for students seeking to maintain their TOPS (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students) eligibility due to various qualifying circumstances such as parental leave, disabilities, military service, or other exceptional situations. It outlines the necessary information and documentation required from the student, including personal details, type of exception requested, and supporting documents. The processing time for the request is stated to be 4 to 6 weeks if complete.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the TOPS Request for Exception Form in the editor.
In Section A, enter your personal information including your full name, date of birth, and contact details. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for processing.
For Section B, check the box corresponding to the TOPS program you are applying for. This helps clarify which award you need an exception for.
In Section C, select the type of exception you are requesting by checking the relevant boxes. Refer to the guidelines provided in the document to ensure your circumstances align with one of the options.
Complete Section D by indicating the semester(s) you need an exception for. Be specific about any terms where you did not enroll or were unable to meet requirements.
Finally, sign and date the form in Section E. Make sure all required supporting documents are attached before submitting your request via email or fax as instructed.

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How much money do you get for tops in Louisiana?

Award Retention The following GPAs will be checked at the end of each summer semester: Below 24 hours earned 2.00 GPA. 24 - 47 hours earned 2.30 GPA. 48 or above hours earned 2.50 GPA.

Do you have to fill out FAFSA to get tops in Louisiana?

Answer: For all Louisiana high school graduates, the minimum ACT scores required are: 17 for the TOPS Tech award, 20 for the TOPS Opportunity award, 23 for the Performance Award or 27 for the TOPS Honors award. The writing portion of the ACT is not considered.

Can you get tops back after losing it in Louisiana?

Once you lose your Performance or Honors Award, you cannot regain it. You must achieve the TOPS Cumulative GPA required for the Opportunity Award at the end of the academic year or your TOPS Award will be suspended until you have regained academic standing and have achieved the required TOPS Cumulative GPA.

What is the new tops law in Louisiana?

House Bill 77 by Rep. Chris Turner, R-Ruston, creates the TOPS Excellence award, which is available to any student with a 3.5 grade point average and a score of 31 or higher on the ACT or an equivalent score on a similar exam.

What GPA do I need to keep tops at LSU?

To apply for a TOPS scholarship, you must submit one of the following: 1. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) unless you can demonstrate that you do not qualify for federal grant aid (Pell Grant). We recommend that all students submit the FAFSA.

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How do Louisiana tops work?

The Taylor Opportunity Program for Student (TOPS) scholarship is awarded to graduating Louisiana high school seniors who have met certain academic requirements and have filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by July 1.

How much does Louisiana Tops pay?

Initial Eligibility AwardInitial Eligibility RequirementsAward Per Semester TOPS Opportunity ACT Score of 20 GPA 2.50 (TOPS Core Curriculum) $2,703.48 TOPS Performance ACT Score of 23 GPA 3.25 (TOPS Core Curriculum) $2,903.48 TOPS Honors ACT Score of 27 GPA 3.50 (TOPS Core Curriculum) $3,103.48

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