Financial Aid/Scholarships
One of the biggest concerns when planning for college is how to pay for the cost. The OHS Counseling Center has information to help you navigate the world of financial aid, scholarships, and loans. Below are resources to help you get started. Counselors are available to answer questions and provide assistance with future planning.
Community Scholarships
Explore resources for local scholarships you may be eligible for. Make sure you read the scholarship eligibility criteria carefully before applying. We suggest students revisit scholarship opportunities every 1-2 weeks for new scholarship postings and upcoming deadlines.
Missouri Scholarship Search Sites
National Scholarship Search Sites
College/University Scholarships
Most colleges offer merit scholarships and need-based scholarships. As you apply to colleges, seniors are encouraged to research each college in which they are interested to determine all possible scholarship opportunities and application deadlines (typically found on the institution’s Admissions or Financial Aid website). * Report all scholarship awards you are offered to Mrs. Whitaker, OHS School Counselor.
Financial Aid Information
WHAT IS THE FAFSA?
The FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. There are 3 types of federal student aid that a student is applying for when completing the application: Pell Grants; student loans; and work study.
PARENT INFORMATIONAL MEETING
OHS hosts a senior parent meeting in November to share information about financial aid. A representative from the Missouri Department of Higher Education is available to lead you through filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms and applying for scholarships. Look for the date and time of this meeting to be posted in the student bulletin, The Odessan, and on our website.
FAFSA FRENZY!
FAFSA Frenzy helps thousands of Missouri students/families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid every year. The FAFSA is the primary form used by federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs in determining an individual's eligibility for grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
SAVE THE DATE: March 25, 2024; 4-7 pm (OHS Rooms 17 & 18) to take advantage of free assistance from FAFSA experts!