Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance

There is more than one way to Geaux Higher! Starting at a community college can mean lower tuition, smaller class sizes, transfer pathways, workforce credentials, and flexible scheduling. A strong start leads to a strong finish! #CommunityCollegeWeek #GeauxHigherLA #CCAM

Happy Community College Week! During the week, the Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges will be hosting events on campus to help you learn more about their respective colleges. View all of the participating colleges and events here: campussuite-storage.s3.amazonaws.com/prod/1558543/9…

Getting accepted is exciting. Choosing wisely is strategic! Choosing a college isn’t about the “best” school in name alone; it’s about the best fit! Use the 5-Point Match to confirm your decision before May 1. Geaux Higher with confidence! #GeauxHigherLA #MatchAndFit #CCAM

Lucky for you, there are several types of financial aid!☘️ From a 529 savings account to TOPS and other institutional aid, LOSFA can help you find ways to save money. Create your own luck by visiting mylosfa.la.gov to learn about different ways LOSFA can assist you! ✅

Ever wondered what federal and state student aid you could be eligible for? Complete the 2026-27 FAFSA® and unlock potential doorways to funding your education! 🎓 💰 Visit mylosfa.la.gov/students-paren… for more information about completing the FAFSA®. #GeauxFAFSA

You have two options to apply for TOPS: the TOPS Online Application or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). The FAFSA® allows you to apply for TOPS/TOPS Tech, other state aid, and all federal aid. Visit mylosfa.la.gov/applying-for-t… for more information.

Student Network Groups are here! 🎉 Join us via Zoom on Monday, March 16, at 2 p.m. for the March Student Network Group Meeting. For more information and to register, visit losfa.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Before you commit, compare your financial aid offers; student loan planning matters. One school can offer you more aid, but that doesn’t mean it is more affordable. Calculate the net price to know your most affordable option. Geaux Higher with clarity. #GeauxHigherLA #CCAM

Opening an LA ABLE account can help increase access so that individuals with disabilities can save, invest, and plan for the future. Learn more about Louisiana's ABLE account program by clicking here: able.osfa.la.gov. #GeauxSTARTSaving #DDAM2026

🚨Need to take the ACT?🚨 The April 2026 ACT Test registration deadlines are quickly approaching. Be sure to register by Friday, March 6, to secure your seat! Visit act.org to learn more about the ACT deadlines, requirements, fee waivers, and procedures.

March is College Commitment & Attainment Month — a statewide initiative focused on helping Louisiana seniors successfully transition to postsecondary education. You worked hard. You applied. You got accepted. Now it’s time to secure your seat! #GeauxHigherLA #CCAM

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! #DDAM2026 was established to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities. Visit able.osfa.la.gov to learn about the Louisiana Achieving a Better Life Experience account (LA ABLE).

Join us on Friday, March 13, at noon for a webinar about LA ABLE. This webinar will highlight key changes designed to expand access and improve flexibility for individuals with disabilities and their families. To register, visit bit.ly/4qrYkyJ #GeauxSTARTSaving

LOSFA provides several outreach (group) events, seminars, and workshops for schools, institutions, and organizations — these events can be delivered virtually and in-person. Interested in requesting a LOSFA event? Visit mylosfa.la.gov/request-a-losf… for more information.

🚨Need to take the ACT?🚨 The April 2026 ACT Test registration deadlines are quickly approaching. Be sure to register by Friday, March 6, to secure your seat! Visit act.org to learn more about the ACT deadlines, requirements, fee waivers, and procedures.

Parents! Having the right documents can make the FAFSA® process smooth and help avoid delays in accessing federal and state financial aid for your student. Visit mylosfa.la.gov/students-paren… for FAFSA® assistance. #GeauxFAFSA #FinAidFeb

Want to learn about Apprenticeships⁉️ Our virtual Apprenticeship Expo will be held on Wednesday, March 4, from 9-11 a.m., via Zoom. Register here: losfa.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

The START Saving Program is an innovative college savings plan designed to help families contend with the growing costs of educating their children after high school. For more information, visit startsaving.la.gov. #GeauxSTARTSaving

It's FAFSA® Frenzy Week! 🥳 During FAFSA® Frenzy Week, high school students and parents are encouraged to visit local sites to receive assistance with the 2026-27 FAFSA®. Look at the list below to view participating institutions! #GeauxFAFSA

Happy #LoveTeaching Week! 🍎 The Geaux Teach Scholarship was established to provide scholarships to students who are enrolled in teacher preparation programs or alternate certification programs. Visit mylosfa.la.gov/students-paren… for more information.