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All students considering applying to a College, University, or Trade school schould complete the FAFSA and OSAC in order to access Federal and State funding, respectively.

FAFSA

Federal Student Aid

Usually opens in September or October. Apply as early as possible.

Apply for FAFSA →

OSAC

Oregon Student Aid

Opens in November, with an early-bird deadline in February.

Visit OSAC →

Information to Gather Before Applying

Have the following information ready before completing your FAFSA or OSAC applications.

Your Information

  • Social Security Number
  • Tax returns
  • Current cash and bank balances
  • Net worth of investments, businesses, or farms

Parent or Legal Guardian

If you are a dependent student:

  • Social Security Number
  • Tax returns
  • Records of child support received
  • Current cash and bank balances
  • Net worth of investments, businesses, etc.

Scholarship Search Sites

The following websites can help you find additional scholarship opportunities and funding, in addition to FAFSA and OSAC.

Students may not qualify for every scholarship, and this is not a complete list, but it is a great place to start. You may be surprised by the scholarships you can find!

Useful Resources

Understanding Scholarship OpportunitiesPostsecondary Financial Aid GuideCollege Prep & Application Deadline Guide (2026 2027)