Do you want to go to college but can’t imagine how to pay for it? We can help!
If you have been involved in the foster care system and have financial need, we can help you navigate the process of preparing and planning for college. Just click on the links below and off you’ll go in search of the information you need to get started down the road to college and a successful career.
Chafee Education & Training Grant (for former foster youth)
Information and Helpful Links
- Tuition Waiver Quick Facts PDF
- Oregon Children First
- Casey Family Programs
- Orphan Foundation of America Foster Care to Success
OSAC Informational Podcasts for Former Foster Youth
- Financial Aid for Former Foster Youth
See all of the podcasts OSAC has to offer!
Financial Aid Basics
- What is Financial Aid?
- How to Get Financial Aid
- Fill out the FAFSA to apply for financial aid & Oregon Opportunity Grant.
Fill out after: Jan 1st, each year
Get help filling out the FAFSA - Fill out the OSAC Scholarship Application to apply for OSAC scholarships.
Deadline: March 1, 2013 - Search for other grants and scholarships
- Talk to your student counselor or financial aid advisor.
- Fill out the FAFSA to apply for financial aid & Oregon Opportunity Grant.
- Financial Aid Eligibility
- Financial Aid Checklist
- Calculate College Costs
- Oregon Colleges and Universities Academic Year Leading Term PDF