Oregon Foster Youth Tuition and Fee Waiver

Oregon public colleges and universities waive all remaining tuition and fees for eligible current and former foster youth and some formerly homeless youth, for up to four years.

How much

all remaining tuition and fees after federal grants, the Oregon Opportunity Grant and institutional aid

Who qualifies

• current or former foster youth (ODHS or an Oregon tribe), adopted former foster youth, or formerly homeless youth
• One of: in the care of ODHS or one of Oregon's nine federally recognized tribes, with at least 180 days in substitute care after age 14 and not leaving care before age 16; adopted former foster youth with 180+ days in substitute care, adopted on or after January 1, 2012; or homeless at least 180 days between ages 14 and 24 while receiving services from an ODHS-contracted organization or host home, last served at age 16 or older. Must access the waiver before age 25 at an Oregon public community college or university.
• For students starting college, undergrads, transfer students

When to apply

Apply any time No separate deadline; FAFSA/ORSAA each year. Must first access the waiver before age 25.

How to apply

1. Complete the FAFSA or ORSAA every year and list the Oregon public colleges you're considering
2. OSAC notifies eligible schools automatically
3. Answer your school's verification requests quickly
4. Start using the waiver before age 25

What you'll need

FAFSA only

Last checked

October 5, 2026, against the official page (oregonstudentaid.gov) and page 2