TOPS eligibility for the new nursing program

A quick update on whether students in Tulane's Nursing program will be eligible for Louisiana TOPS (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students), which are state scholarships for Louisiana residents.  Here are a few FAQs and answers via Mike Goodman, Associate Vice President for Financial Aid:

1. If I am a current Tulane student, can my Louisiana TOPs grant continue if I transfer to the Nursing program in the School of Professional Advancement?

   Yes, as long as the student has remaining eligibility and enrolls full-time.

2. If I am a student at another Louisiana college or university and I have a Louisiana TOPS grant, can my grant follow me to Tulane's Nursing program?

   Yes, as long as the student has remaining eligibility and enrolls full-time.

3. If I am a student at another Louisiana college or university and have never received a TOPS grant, can I apply for one for the upcoming year I plan to enroll in Tulane's Nursing program?

Normally, a student eligible for TOPS must commence receipt within a year of completing high school.  The State would determine is a student who attended a Louisiana college or university and was not eligible for TOPS is eligible if transferring to Tulane (whether into the nursing school or elsewhere).