OREGON CITY – Clackamas Community College invites students and their families to attend the CCC Financial Aid and Scholarship Application Night on Oct. 10, 5-7 p.m. This in-person event will be held at the CCC Oregon City campus in the Wacheno Welcome Center and is designed to help students navigate the financial aid process, including the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), ORSAA (Oregon Student Aid Application) and scholarship applications.

Attendees will receive guidance from CCC’s financial aid team, ensuring students have the support they need to complete these important applications. As a bonus, there will be a drawing for three 4-credit tuition waivers, allowing participants to earn a free class at CCC.

What are FAFSA and ORSAA?
The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which determines students' eligibility for federal grants, loans and work-study programs. Completing the FAFSA is essential for students who want to access financial aid to help cover college expenses.

The ORSAA is the Oregon Student Aid Application, designed for Oregon students who are not eligible for federal financial aid through the FAFSA, including undocumented and DACA students. ORSAA provides access to state-based financial aid and scholarships.

Why attend?

• Expert assistance: Financial aid staff will be available to provide personalized support.
• Scholarship opportunities: Learn more about applying for CCC Foundation scholarships. The average scholarship is more than $2,000, and one in three applicants receives a scholarship. The deadline to apply is Oct. 17.
• Tuition waivers: Participants will be entered into a drawing for three 4-credit tuition class waivers, a value of $504.

What to expect:

• Assistance with FAFSA and ORSAA applications.
• Guidance on how to apply for CCC scholarships.
• Information about financial aid options, deadlines and requirements.

To attend, register at www.eventbrite.com/e/ccc-financial-aid-and-scholarship-night-tickets-980369891737

If you need accommodations, such as an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, contact the CCC Disability Resource Center at drc@clackamas.edu or call 503-594-6357 in advance of the event.

For questions, contact email finaid@clackamas.edu or call 503-594-6082.