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Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)

Run by Ohio Dept of Higher Education, a state agency

Ohio's need-based grant for Pell Grant-eligible students attending public or private nonprofit Ohio colleges. Stacks with Pell Grant for significant aid.

Award
Up to $2,496/year
Deadline
October 1 (priority FAFSA deadline)
Run by
Ohio Dept of Higher Education
State

Who it's for

  • OH resident
  • Enrolled at OH college
  • Pell Grant eligible
  • Income-based qualification

Ohio Dept of Higher Education decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at ohiohighered.org

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Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Ohio Dept of Higher Education decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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