Last updated September 4, 2025

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• Oregon State Grants

To be eligible for most forms of federal, state, and institutional financial aid (like scholarships, loans, grants, and work-study) for college, you must first complete the FAFSA. If you’re a current or incoming college student in Oregon, it’s important to know that state financial aid (including grants) is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. This means that the sooner you complete the FAFSA, the higher chance you’ll have of receiving aid for college. With this in mind, here are some Oregon state grants you may be eligible to receive by completing the FAFSA!

Oregon State Grants

Oregon Promise Grant

This grant is awarded to students with financial need attending community college in Oregon. For the 2025-2026 academic year, eligible students could receive between $2,202 and $4,584 in aid.

Oregon Opportunity Grant

This grant is available to students of any age with financial need at any private or public institution in Oregon. For the 2025-2026 academic year, eligible full-time students could receive:

• Between $1,182 and $4,272 at a community college
• Between $1,452 and $5,964 in a BAS program at a community college
• Between $1,740 and $7,800 at a four-year college or university

Oregon Tribal Student Grant

This grant is available to college students enrolled in one of nine federally recognized tribes in Oregon. Awards vary depending on where eligible students attend college and the type of degree they’re pursuing. 

Chafee Training and Education Grant

Current or former foster care youth in Oregon are eligible to receive this grant. For the 2025-2026 academic year, eligible students could receive up to $5,000.

Oregon Barber and Hairdresser Grant Program

Students enrolled in participating beauty/cosmetology schools in Oregon are eligible to receive this one-time grant. Award amounts may vary.

Deceased or Disabled Public Safety Officer Grant

This grant is available to dependents of public safety officers in Oregon who were killed or disabled in the line of duty. The maximum amount of aid a student can receive through this grant is $13,000 per academic year. 

Oregon National Guard State Tuition Assistance

This grant is available to current Oregon National Guard members at both two- and four-year colleges in Oregon. Awards will vary based on the type of college a student attends and their eligibility for other military tuition assistance. 

Oregon Student Child Care Grant

Parents enrolled in a two- or four-year college in Oregon are eligible for this grant. Awards will vary based on a variety of factors, but the maximum amount is $10,000 per academic year.

Looking for scholarships as an Oregon student? Check out our list of scholarships for Oregon students and our database of 21,000+ scholarships for college students!

Do you have any questions about completing the FAFSA or financial aid? Connect with a Get Schooled Advisor.

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Last updated September 15, 2025

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• What is the ORSAA?
• Should I complete the FAFSA or ORSAA?
• What kind of aid do I qualify for with ORSAA?
• What's the deadline to complete the ORSAA?
• ORSAA resources

Attention Oregon students! We have what you need to know about the ORSAA, a financial aid application that can help you pay for college! Read below to learn more. 

What is the ORSAA?

The ORSAA, or the Oregon Student Aid Application, is an alternative to the FAFSA for Oregon residents that are undocumented, have DACA, and/or Temporary Protective Status (TPS). It’s similar to the FAFSA because it makes students eligible to receive financial aid for college.

Should I complete the FAFSA or ORSAA?

Read more about FAFSA and ORSAA eligibility. Generally, students who have a Social Security number and/or U.S. permanent residence or citizenship should complete the FAFSA. Students who are undocumented, have DACA, and/or TPS should complete the ORSAA. 

What kind of aid do I qualify for with ORSAA?

Students who complete the ORSAA can be eligible to receive state aid like the Oregon Opportunity Grant, Oregon Promise Grant, and OSAC scholarships. Additionally, students can receive scholarships specifically for undocumented students and scholarships that have no citizenship or residence requirements. 

What’s the deadline to complete the ORSAA?

Oregon awards financial aid on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend submitting the ORSAA as soon as it opens in the fall.

ORSAA resources

• ORSAA tip sheets in English and Spanish
• Guide to the ORSAA
• 5 Tips for Completing the ORSAA: videos in English and Spanish

Source: Oregon Student Aid

Have any questions? Read our guide on applying to college and for financial aid as an undocumented student and connect with a Get Schooled Advisor.

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Last updated September 15, 2025

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• Am I eligible to apply for OSAC scholarships?
• Do I need to submit an essay or personal statement with my application?
• When is the OSAC scholarship deadline?
• What can I do to improve my chances of receiving a scholarship?
• How do I start my application?

Each year, the Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) in Oregon awards more than $10 million in scholarships to Oregon students. They have compiled everything into one centralized location: the OSAC Scholarship Application. We’re here to help Oregon students complete this application and increase their chances of receiving financial aid for college! 

Am I eligible to apply for OSAC scholarships?

Here are eligibility requirements for OSAC scholarships: 

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens.
• Applicants must be Oregon residents. To learn more about Oregon residency, head over to OSAC’s website.
• Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, GED recipients, first-time college freshmen, undergraduate, or graduate students during the current academic year.

Do I need to submit an essay or personal statement with my application?

Possibly. Individual scholarship programs have their own essay requirements. Make sure to review the requirements of any scholarships you’re interested in to see if they require any supplemental written materials. The OSAC Scholarship Application has a 1,900 character limit for each personal statement submitted (including spaces). Any personal statements over this limit will be cut off when added to the application form.

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When is the OSAC scholarship deadline?

The 2026-2027 OSAC Scholarship Application opens on November 1, 2025. The early bird deadline is February 17, 2026 and the final deadline is March 2, 2026. Both applications are due at 11:59 PST.

What can I do to improve my chances of receiving a scholarship?

• Closely read and follow all the instructions.
• Make sure to have someone review any essays or personal statements you’re submitting. 
• Don’t forget to submit your FAFSA or ORSAA before the OSAC Application’s deadline. The sooner, the better!

How do I start my application?

Create an OSAC account and select the Scholarship Application button. Before the deadline, submit your final application, including all required documents such as transcripts, personal statements/essays, and supplemental questions.

Have any questions about completing the OSAC Scholarship Application? Connect with a Get Schooled Advisor.

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