TOPS

A new Louisiana bill could overhaul the state’s TOPS scholarship program—creating new tiers, capping awards, and possibly raising out-of-pocket costs for some students.

Whether you're going to school in the fall or sitting out a semester because of COVID-19 you still need to fill out these forms now so you'll have money for college.

High school seniors are getting a break in applying for TOPS scholarship money.

Political analyst Dr. Jeff Sadow questions the value of the $300 million spent annually on the state's TOPS scholarship program

Despite the possibility of cuts to higher ed and TOPS, University of Louisiana System President Dr. Jim Henderson says,"I'll be optimistic to the final day."

When it comes to TOPS, Henderson says, "A 20% cut is not fulfilling that promise."

Governor says the budget isn't worth the paper its printed on.

Vivian Andrews, whose total weight loss is now approaching 140 pounds, talks about TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly).

The University of Louisiana System President says, "Nobody wants to cut TOPS. It's just figuring out how we're going to get to that place."

To paraphrase conservative writer P.J. O'Rourke: "I didn't know how expensive college was until it was free."