High School Student

Planning for college sooner, rather than later, will be to your advantage as time draws near to apply for college. Take a look at the resources below that can help you navigate the process of preparing and planning for college. Just click on the links below and off you'll go in search of the information you need to get started down the road to college and a successful career.

College is one of the best investments you can make toward your future. Visit the ASPIRE section of this website to learn about college options, applications, and financial aid. ASPIRE (Access to Student Assistance Programs In Reach of Everyone) is Oregon's official one-on-one mentoring program to help students access education and training beyond high school.

Or, use the resource links below to choose from specific topics.

Apply for OSAC Scholarships and Programs

OSAC Informational Podcasts for High School Students

• Tips for High School Juniors
• Tips for High School Seniors
• Making the Most of a College Fair
• Tips for Effective College & Scholarship Essays
• The Top 20 Things Every College Freshman Should Know

See all of the podcasts OSAC has to offer!

Financial Aid Basics

• What is Financial Aid?
• How to Get Financial Aid
  1. Fill out the FASFA to apply for financial aid & Oregon Opportunity Grant.
     Fill out after: Jan 1st, each year
     Get help filling out the FASFA
  2. Fill out the OSAC Scholarship Application to apply for OSAC scholarships.
     Deadline: March 1, 2013
  3. Search for other grants and scholarships
  4. Talk to your student counselor or financial aid advisor.
• Financial Aid Eligibility
• Financial Aid Checklist
• Calculate College Costs