Southwestern Oregon Community College offers a number of financial aid programs in the form of grants, loans, tuition scholarships, and employment. Students interested in financial aid are encouraged to apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov or to contact the Financial Aid Office for information and application forms. Funds are limited and students should apply early.

• Paperwork submitted OR postmarked after the deadline dates will be processed as quickly as possible.
• Be aware that late paperwork may not be processed before the term begins.
• Plan on at least 12 to 15 weeks processing time from the time you turn in your last piece of paperwork. If you borrow a Stafford loan, plan on 4 to 6 weeks additional time for the loan certification process.
• You will need to make payment arrangements with the Student First Stop Center if you have not received your official award letter by the payment deadline date.