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Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)

This OCOG Program provides free assistance that is funded and awarded by the State of Ohio to Ohio residents who are enrolled in undergraduate programs leading to an associate’s or first bachelor’s degree. To be awarded an OCOG, you must be an Ohio resident and meet the family income and Expected Family Contribution (EFC) guidelines determined by the Ohio Board of Regents. Family income and EFC are determined from the information you report on your FAFSA.

Application Process

To apply for the OCOG you must:

  • complete and submit the FAFSA to the federal processor by October 1, 2013 (for the 2013-2014 academic year). This is different from the priority deadline to be considered for other aid programs.
  • list The Ohio State University code (#003090) on the FAFSA.

How much can I receive?

The maximum OCOG award for full-time enrollment in the 2013-2014 academic year is $428 per semester. The maximum award may be reduced in future years due to state funding reductions.

Updated information will be posted as it becomes available to us from the Ohio Board of Regents.

What do I need to do to keep my award?

OCOG must be used exclusively for the payment of tuition and fees. If you receive any other financial aid that must be used exclusively for tuition and fees, your OCOG may be reduced or canceled. In addition, please note that:

  • You cannot receive OCOG for any term during which you receive either full tuition ROTC or Ohio National Guard Scholarship.
  • Your award may change if your FAFSA information changes as a result of verification.
  • You are no longer eligible for OCOG once you have earned your first bachelor’s degree.
  • You must be enrolled for a majority of your classes at the Columbus campus as OCOG is not available to students whose primary enrollment is at one of the regianal campuses.

For more information on the State of Ohio financial aid programs, please see the Ohio Board of Regents website at http://regents.ohio.gov/sgs/index.php.

 

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