Oregon Opportunity Grant
Oregon Opportunity Grant
What is the Oregon Opportunity Grant?
Oregon Opportunity Grant (OOG) is Oregon's largest state-funded, need-based grant program for college students. More than 40,000 students receive Opportunity Grants each year.
How do I apply?
- Fill out the FAFSA (or ORSAA) after the October 1 opening date each year.
- Watch for emails from the U.S. Department of Education and OSAC, and correct any FAFSA (or ORSAA) errors immediately.
When do I apply?
You can submit the FAFSA (or ORSAA) after October 1 each year, to be eligible for funding for the following academic year. There is no firm application deadline for OOG - however, it is best to apply as soon as possible after October 1 to have the best chance to receive funding. Funds are limited and OSAC cannot forecast when funds will run out.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Oregon Opportunity Grant, you must meet ALL of the following criteria:
- Oregon resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen. Out-of-state students who are members of Native American tribes with traditional ties to Oregon may be considered Oregon residents. Undocumented students, including DACA students, may be eligible for Oregon Opportunity Grant if they meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial aid for undocumented and DACA students.
- Undergraduate student with no prior baccalaureate degrees.
- Be enrolled at least half time (i.e., at least 6 credit-hours) at a participating Oregon-based postsecondary institution. Students must be enrolled at least half time fall term to receive an OOG award. Students who are awarded a grant but delay enrollment until winter or spring may lose their eligibility for the year.
- Have financial need, based on the difference between cost of attendance, federal aid, and financial resources of the student and the student's family, if applicable.
- Have no defaults on federal student loans and owe no refunds on federal student grants.
Note: If you are a first-time student, be sure you complete the application process for admission to at least one Oregon public or private nonprofit college/university and apply for financial aid.