Tanya Maldonado

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Scholarships & Applications – Transfer School

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Scholarship/Financial Information

Oregon Goes to College – What are scolarships

PCC Scholarship-Related Links

 Personal Statement Essay (scholarship & school/program)

From University of Duluth MN –

From Ohio State –  

WorkSource Oregon Funding – Short term 

WS Oregon Process: 

–  You must first create an account and register with IMatchSkills > https://www2.myworksourceportfolio.org/Default.aspx  If you have an account already, it may be good to update it with any new info, like your address, number, new skills, etc..

– Also, you “may” be asked to complete the Prosperity Planner, which can be found below

https://worksourceportlandmetro.org/training/ (see top right of the screen).

– You will be required to attend an upcoming Scholarship Workshop/Info Session before you can submit the actual application > https://www2.myworksourceportfolio.org/Workshops.aspx

After you register, see the quick link below to sign-up for a virtual WS OR Scholarship Workshop/Info Session. At the link below, click a location at the drop box and find a location nearest year (scroll down to see all locations), and then at “Available Workshops”, scroll-down to the bottom and click the WSPM Application Virtual Session:

> https://www2.myworksourceportfolio.org/Workshops.aspx

– After you register with IMatch Skills and sign-up for the virtual workshop, you will be sent a virtual link for the session. WorkSource local offices

An Employment Specialist will talk with you more about your career goal, training interest, and you can let the advisor know you’re interested in applying for the scholarship. They may ask for a valid photo ID.

The application packet can be found here >> Scholarship Application Packet, or you can route to the application packet at this link, as well.

https://worksourceportlandmetro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/WSPM-Training-Scholarship-Application-Packet-Final-PY24-12.4.24.pdf

Message from Financial Aid Advisor: Scholarships will never reduce grant money but they may reduce loans. Even with loans, we only have to reduce them if the total amount of aid is above the student’s cost of attendance which is between $14,000 – $28,000 per year.  I think the best way to frame it is just more free money for college and the return on investment can be very large!

PSU Transfers Finish Free

FAFSA+

The most common FAFSA reject type in Oregon is a mission signature (or two). While this is an “easy” fix, it can be nerve-wracking for students and families. If students aren’t paying attention to their FAFSA process (or their emails), they may not realize they have a rejected FAFSA.

FAFSA+, offered by Oregon’s Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) will help you be proactive and identify your students who have a rejected FAFSA. You can then target these students, ask them to access their Student Aid Report with you and help them resolve the FAFSA rejection.

Learn more about FAFSA+ at this link: www.oregonstudentaid.gov/resources/fafsa-plusplus

Washington
Oregon or Washington-Specific Scholarships

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Some Common Databases (More Listed Below)
Scholarship Application Tracker
Cultural/Affinity or Career Specific
POC
Women
Disability-Specific
Career-Specific
General
Honor Societies
Federal Loan Forgiveness

Federal loan forgiveness program for individuals who work for governmental agencies and non-profits. Not every employer qualifies and the program makes no promises that it will be around – it all depends on political policies. In short, you need to get enrolled in the program at the beginning of your work tenure – after 10 years (120) payments then the remainder of your loan is forgiven. Your job title does not matter it is the employer that matters. www.studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#help-tool

DREAMer Information
International and DACA Students

US News & World Report – Top 10 schools offering IS financial aid

ECMC (Educational Credit Management Corp.) Foundation Guide to School Loans

The Best Scholarship Search Platforms
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Post-Secondary and Transfer Education
PCC Events and School Visits Web Page
Oregon Goes to College – Oregon Goes to College Application Resources
College Choice Information
College & Program Essay Applications and School admissions tests

Learning Express Library sign up tutorial 

ACT & SAT test prep – Learning Library Express via PCC library

Grad School test prep- Learning Library Express Register via PCC library.

From – University of Duluth MN

From Ohio State –