Where to Find Help for the FAFSA or ORSAA

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

• 2026-2027 FAFSA NOW OPEN!! 

• You should fill out this form if you are graduating with the Class of 2026 and attending college in Summer or Fall 2026.

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  The FAFSA is used to apply for federal student aid such as grants, work-study, and loans. You may also be required to complete FAFSA in order to apply for most state and some private aid.
  
  Students and parents will need an FAFSA account to sign the form electronically upon completion. If you don’t already have an FAFSA Account, you can get started by creating your account HERE. 

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  Check out these helpful resources from Federal Student Aid:

  • Overview of the Financial Aid Process

  • SAI (Student Aid Index) Explained 

Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC)

• OSAC provides funding and programs to Oregon students and families. 

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  Each year, OSAC awards grants and scholarships of more than $118 million to thousands of Oregon students. Prominent programs include:

  • Oregon Opportunity Grant

  • Oregon Promise Grant

  • Chafee Education and Training Grant

  • Oregon Student Child Care Grant

  • Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA)

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• Check out these helpful resources from OSAC:

  • OSAC Application Instructions 

  • Tips for High School Juniors 

  • Tips for High School Seniors 

  • Tips for Effective College & Scholarship Essays

  • Making the Most of a College Fair

  • The Top 20 Things Every College Freshman Should know