SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

The Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant program (OTAG) is changing for the 2022-23 academic year.  In the past, OTAG has generally been available to early FAFSA filers with a 1700 or lower EFC (Expected Family Contribution) as calculated by the U.S. Department of Education using the data submitted on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  However, next year the program will become “decentralized” meaning that the colleges, universities and career technology centers will make the final selection of recipients based on the individual schools’ priorities.  In 2022-23, Pell-eligible Oklahoma resident students will be eligible for OTAG; however, with limited resources not all Pell-eligible students will receive the award.  Students should contact the school he/she plans to attend to find out about OTAG eligibility information.

Early FAFSA filing will no longer assure low income students of OTAG eligibility.

If you have any questions, please contact:  Irala Magee (imagee@osrhe.edu) or Jess Tucker (jtucker@osrhe.edu).

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The Horatio Alger Association offers one of the largest need-based college scholarship programs in the country. The Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who've faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are primarily focused on recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, they seek students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need.

The application period for high school seniors pursuing bachelor's degree programs Opens August 1 ends October 25.  The application for career and technical education is open until August 15; this is for students pursuing associate degrees or technical certifications.

For more information, visit   https://scholars.horatioalger.org/?SFMC_cid=EM347518-&rid=47652557 To apply for a scholarship visit: https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/

FINANCIAL AID & COLLEGE INFORMATION RESOURCES:

OKPROMISE
OKPromise.org
8th, 9th or 10th grade students may apply

OKPROMISE
Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition

COMMONAPP.ORG
Commonapp.org for college and scholarship information

FASTWEB
A variety of information for career and college bound students

College Admissions Updates
Find various information about U.S. colleges

FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Be mindful of similar sites who may charge for their information

Scholarships.com

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Local schlarships will be available in the counselor's outer office. Due dates will vary, so please pay attention and turn scholarship applications in on time. Some scholarship applications may be ubmitted online and others are to be returned to the counselor for submission. Late applications will likely not be considered. If you need assistance with applications, essays or writing your resume, please contact the counselor and she will be happy to assist you. Also, remember to research other scholarships through the websites listed aove. These are only a few of the sites where you may find scholarships. The list is only intended to help you get started.

 If you have questions please contact Mrs. Roberts-McCorkle at 379-3387 ext 1305 OR email her at broberts@holdenville.k12.ok.us