OSAC Scholarship

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The OSAC Scholarship, administered by the Oregon Student Access Commission (OSAC)

Is a program that offers various scholarships and grants to support students in Oregon pursuing higher education.

The OSAC Scholarship is open to graduating high school students, GED® or home-schooled graduates, as well as first-time college freshmen, undergraduates, and graduate students.

OSAC Scholarship

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Eligible For OSAC Scholarships;

  • OSAC scholarships are only applicable to U.S. institutions participating in Title IV federal student aid programs.
  • U.S. military academies are not eligible for OSAC scholarships.
  • U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen residing in the United States with the intention of becoming a permanent resident.
  • Residency in Oregon is required for OSAC scholarships.
    • Independent students or parents of dependent students must have continuously resided in Oregon for 12 months.
    • Enrollment in an Oregon high school or postsecondary institution for an academic year within any 12-month period establishes residency.
    • Independent students or parents of dependent students serving in the US Armed Forces must have Oregon listed as their “home of record.”
  • Eligibility extends to enrolled members of federally recognized Native American tribes of Oregon or tribes that historically included parts of Oregon.
  • OSAC scholarships are open to graduating high school students, GED® or home-schooled graduates, as well as first-time college freshmen, undergraduates, and graduate students.
  • Applicants must not owe a refund on an educational grant or be in default on any education loans.
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Application Timeline & Guidelines;

  • October: Submit your FAFSA or ORSAA as soon as possible after October 1 to be considered for scholarships based on financial need.
  • November – February: Begin your OSAC scholarship application and submit it between November and March 6.
    • First-time applicants: Create an OSAC account and start the OSAC Scholarship Application.
    • Returning applicants: Refresh and update your application from the previous year.
    • High school juniors can start a “test application” but cannot submit until their graduation year.
  • February 15*: Early Bird deadline. Complete applications, including transcripts, submitted by this date qualify for a chance to win one of several $1,000 Early Bird scholarship awards through a drawing.
  • March 6*: Final deadline. All materials must be submitted to OSAC by this date.

Steps Post Application & Award;

  • April – August: Monitor your application status and scholarship awards through the OSAC Student Portal.
  • Steps to take if you receive a scholarship:
  • Maintain eligibility for your award by meeting the following criteria:
    • Maintain satisfactory academic progress as per your school’s policies for students receiving federal Title IV aid.
    • Enroll as a full-time student (usually 12 credits) unless specified otherwise by your award.
    • Use the scholarship at a U.S. institution eligible for Title IV federal student aid programs (U.S. military academies are excluded).
    • Utilize the award solely for education-related expenses, including tuition/fees, room/board, books/supplies, transportation, and specified child care.
    • Attend for the entire academic year; partial attendance may result in prorated award amounts.
    • Contact OSAC for information on full scholarship funds if you are on track to graduate before spring term.
    • Review and adhere to the specific requirements outlined in your profile award link or letter.

Summary;

The OSAC Scholarship, administered by the Oregon Student Access Commission, offers various scholarships and grants to support Oregon students pursuing higher education.

It is open to high school graduates, GED® or home-schooled graduates, and college freshmen, undergraduates, and graduate students.

Eligibility for OSAC Scholarships:

  • Applicable to U.S. institutions participating in Title IV federal student aid programs.
  • U.S. military academies are not eligible.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen intending to become a permanent resident.
  • Residency in Oregon is required, established through continuous residence or enrollment in an Oregon educational institution.
  • Eligible for enrolled members of federally recognized Native American tribes in Oregon or tribes historically including parts of Oregon.
  • No outstanding educational grant refunds or default on education loans.

Application Timeline & Guidelines:

  • Submit FAFSA or ORSAA in October for scholarships based on financial need.
  • Apply for OSAC scholarships between November and March 6.
  • First-time applicants create an OSAC account, while returning applicants update their previous application.
  • High school juniors can start a “test application” but cannot submit until their graduation year.
  • Early Bird deadline on February 15 for a chance to win $1,000 Early Bird scholarship awards.
  • Final deadline on March 6 for all materials.

Steps Post Application & Award:

  • Monitor application status and scholarship awards from April to August through the OSAC Student Portal.
  • If awarded a scholarship, log in to accept or decline the award.
  • Write a thank you letter to the scholarship donor.
  • Update college and major information, as well as contact details.
  • Maintain eligibility by meeting academic progress, enrollment, and usage requirements.
  • Use the scholarship for education-related expenses.
  • Attend the entire academic year; prorated amounts for partial attendance.
  • Contact OSAC for information on full scholarship funds if graduating before spring term.
  • Follow specific requirements outlined in the award letter or profile link.