Types of Financial Aid
Learn more about what types of financial aid are available to Southern Oregon University students including Grants, Loans, Work-Study, Scholarships, Summer Aid, & Veteran Aid.
Grants
Grants are gift aid that does not require repayment. Some grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. File the FAFSA (or ORSAA) on or after October 1st.
Loans
Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans are applied for by filing a FAFSA. There is a limit to how much you can borrow.
Military Tuition Assistance
Military Tuition Assistance is a form of financial aid available to active duty military members. In general, eligible active duty Service members can receive TA at a rate of $166.67 per quarter hour cap with an annual ceiling of $4,500.
Work Study
Work-Study provides students with on-campus and off-campus job opportunities to help pay for educational expenses.
Scholarships
Scholarships are gift aid that does not require repayment. They are awarded based on merit and/or financial need.
Summer Aid
Summer is the last term of the academic year. Learn more about how to receive financial aid for the Summer term.
Veterans
If you plan to utilize or think you may be eligible to use VA Benefits to pay for college, we have an expert in our office that can help get you started.
Tuition Equity
Under Oregon’s House Bill 2787, certain students from Oregon who intend to become U.S. citizens may qualify for resident tuition rates.