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Now that we’re back in action, January is all about deadlines, scholarships, and making sure you stay on track. Let’s dive in! 

 Early Action Financial Aid Offers

If you applied Early Action, financial aid award offers started rolling in last month. You should be:

 Check their email and portals regularly (yes, even the spam folder!)

 Compare award letters using tools like https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/

 Reach out to financial aid offices with questions—early is better than late!

 OSAC Scholarship Application

Deadline: March 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT

Early Bird Deadline: February 17, 2026 11:59 PM PT

Over 600 scholarships in one application!

Students can start now at https://oregonstudentaid.gov/scholarships/

Pro tip: Submit by Feb 15 for early review (and fewer last-minute tech glitches).

 The Ford Family Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: March 2, 2026

For Oregon residents with financial need and strong leadership potential

Details: https://www.tfff.org/scholarships

 Upcoming Admissions Deadlines

Here’s what’s coming up for Oregon and beyond:

 University of Oregon (UO): Regular Decision – Jan 15

 Oregon State University (OSU): Priority Deadline – Feb 2

 Private Colleges/Universities: Many fall between Jan 15–Feb 15 (check individual schools!)

 Students going further away? Confirm deadlines NOW—some are as early as mid-January.

 Other Local & State Scholarships

 Pride Foundation Scholarships: Deadline Jan 9, 2026 – https://pridefoundation.org/

 Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Scholarships: Deadline Jan 12, 2026 – https://hmccoregon.com/scholarships/

 Renaissance Foundation Scholarship: Deadlines Feb 1, 2026 & May 1, 2026 https://www.trfwebsite.org/apply

 Quick Reminders

FAFSA & ORSAA: If you haven’t filed yet, now’s the time!

You’ve got this!