The Ohio Safety Officers College Memorial Fund provides funds to Ohio residents who are the children and spouses of U.S. peace officers, fire fighters and other safety officers who died while serving the public. Children and spouses of military service members killed during Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and other combat zones who are Ohio residents and do not qualify for the Ohio War Orphans Scholarship may also qualify for an award. Awards cover all tuition and fees at public institutions and part of the costs at private institutions. For consideration, contact the Ohio Board of Regents State Grants and Scholarships Department. Funds may be awarded for up to 10 academic semesters or 15 academic quarters.
Ohio Board of Regents
30 E. Broad St., 36th floor
Columbus, OH 43215-3414
614-466-6000
regents.ohio.gov
Ohio resident students pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree or a nursing diploma who have demonstrated financial need may qualify for the Ohio College Opportunity Grant. Qualifying students' household income must be $75,000 or less, and they must have an expected family contribution of $2,190 or less. The funds may be used to pay tuition costs for part-time or full-time study, and awards range from $4120 to $2,256 per year. Funds may be used to study at Ohio public institutions, private non-profit institutions or Pennsylvania institutions. To be eligible, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and the deadline is Oct. 1 each year. Students may receive aid for a maximum of 10 academic semester or 15 academic quarters.
Ohio Board of Regents
30 E. Broad St., 36th floor
Columbus, OH 43215-3414
614-466-6000
regents.ohio.gov
Need-based funds are provided to full-time undergraduate students by the Ohio Instructional Grant Program. Students' family size and income are considered to determine eligibility, and only Ohio residents may apply. Awards are made in the amounts of $174 to $5,466 based on family size and income. To apply, students must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by Oct. 1 each year. Funds may be used to cover tuition and fees at public or private institutions.
Ohio Board of Regents
30 E. Broad St., 36th floor
Columbus, OH 43215-3414
614-466-6000
regents.ohio.gov