How to Complete the LA GATOR Scholarship Program Application – Odyssey

This article is intended for parents to understand how to complete the LA GATOR Scholarship Program Application.

For a video tutorial, please visit Video Tutorial: LA Gator Application Process Overview.

Create a Parent Account or Login

Navigate to the application website and create a parent account by providing the required information:
- First Name
- Last Name
- E-mail Address (Make sure it's correct and that you have access to it)
- Password (Must include at least one lowercase letter, capital letter, and number)

If you already have an account, click [Login instead].
Input your e-mail address and password and click [Login].

Start the Application

Before you begin the application, carefully read the program eligibility requirements and necessary documents and information.
Once you have everything ready, click [Start Application].

Step 1: Parent or Guardian Information

Provide the required information:
- Legal First Name
- Legal Middle Name (if applicable)
- Legal Last Name
- Email Address
- Phone number
- Preferred Language (Click on the dropdown and select which you prefer)
- Residential Louisiana Address
Please note that the last name and address may be used to verify documents that may be required later. Make sure the last name matches your driver's license or state ID.

Once done, click [Next].
At any time, you can click [Save and Exit] and log out to continue later.

Step 2: Student Information

Provide the information for the first student you are applying for:

Student's Legal First Name
Student's Legal Middle Name (if applicable)
Student's Legal Last Name
Student's Date of Birth
Student's Social Security Number (SSN)
Please verify that the date of birth and social security number are correct.

If the student resides in your household, ensure the box next to [Same Address as Parent/Guardian] has a checkmark.
If the student does NOT reside with you, click on the box next to [Same Address as Parent/Guardian] to remove the checkmark. Then, provide the student's residential address.
Answer the required questions:
- Click on the dropdown under each question to select yes or no.
- If you answer YES to "Did the student participate in the Louisiana Scholarship Program (LSP) during the 2024-2025 academic year?", you will be prompted to answer another question with a Yes or No response.
- For "What grade level will the student be entering in the 2025-2026 academic year?" click on the dropdown and select the grade the student will be attending:
- If you answer YES to "Please provide the student’s LASID. This can be found on the valid evaluation and/or IEP developed by a Local Educational Agency", you will be prompted to provide the student's 10-digit LASID.
Answer Yes or No if the student attended public school during the 2024-2025 academic year during both semesters.
If you want to apply for another student, click on the plus sign next to [Add Another Student] and fill out all the information as mentioned above.
If you click to add a student, but you will NOT be adding another, click on the minus sign next to [Add Another Student] to remove the new profile.
Please note that all students within a household must be on the same application. You cannot submit separate applications for different students, so be sure to include all students before moving on to step 3.
When you are finished, click [Continue]

Step 3: Residency and Income Information

Provide the required information so we can verify your in-state residency and income with the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR)

Click on the [Identification Type] dropdown to select the correct type: Social Security Number or ITIN Number.
Once you select the identification type you have, provide the number in the box to the right.
Click on the dropdown to respond if you filed your most recent State Tax Return in a married status.
- If you answer Yes, either jointly or separately, you will be prompted to provide your spouse's information:
  - Legal First Name
  - Legal Middle Name (if applicable)
  - Legal Last Name
  - Email Address
  - Phone Number
  - Identification Type (Click on the dropdown to select which one they have)
  - Identification Number

You will be prompted to provide the amount of people residing in your household.

Once done, click [Next].

Step 4: Parent/Guardian Acknowledgments

Review each individual statement and check the box to next to each to affirm your understanding and agreement.
- Please note: All boxes must be checked in order to proceed
Once done, electronically sign.
Click [Submit] to complete the application.

Step 5: Verification Documents

If needed, we will ask you to provide residency and/or income verification documents.

Once you have the documents on hand, click [Verify Documents] to begin.

Louisiana-issued government ID:

Select the type that you have.

Select how you will upload your photo or document:
- Camera icon: If you are using your phone, click here to take a photo of the document.
- Upload a photo: If the document is saved on your device, click here to select and upload it.
- Continue on a device: After clicking here, you will be able to scan a QR code and finish the document upload process on another device (e.g. your phone). It also allows you to send it to yourself by email.

Upload the document and verify that the name and address are visible.

If everything is correct, click [Use this photo]
You will have 3 opportunities to upload the ID.

Proof of address 1:

Ensure it matches the address on your application

Click [Continue] to upload.
Take a photo, upload a copy, or [Continue on another device].
When you upload the photo or document, click [Submit]

Make sure your last name and address are visible and correspond to the information on your application.
You will have 3 opportunities to upload your ID.

Proof of Address 2:

Once you submit the first proof of address, you'll be prompted to submit another. You can select any from the list, including another utility bill. However, it must not be a duplicate. (For example, if you uploaded a water bill, now you can upload an electricity bill.
Click [Continue].
Take a photo, upload a copy, or [Continue on another device].
When you upload the photo or document, click [Submit]

Make sure your last name and address are visible and correspond to the information on your application.
You will have 3 opportunities to upload your ID.

Income Proof

Provide the 1040 Tax Form from your most recent federal taxes.
Click [Continue] two times
Take a photo, upload a copy, or [Continue on another device].
When you upload the photo or document, click [Submit]
Make sure line 11 with your adjusted gross income (AGI) is visible.
You will have 3 opportunities to upload your ID.
Once done, you'll see this screen and you'll be redirected to your home screen where you'll see your latest application status. Click [Done] to continue.