The Oceana Community Foundation reported distributing $375,750 through 305 awards to 210 students in 2026. For 2027–28 it lists 63 funds and says the next application opens in November 2026. The portfolio is not limited to bachelor’s degrees: it includes degrees, certificates, apprenticeships, and skilled trades, an important distinction for students seeking local technical training.
The general criteria require residency in Oceana County and graduation from a public, private, or homeschool program in the county. Individual scholarships can add their own requirements, so students should check both residence and school history against each fund’s rules. The Foundation advises applicants not to rule themselves out solely because of GPA: many donors consider more than grades.
The Foundation says its general application identifies matching funds and that awards are paid directly to accredited institutions or approved training programs. Eligible uses may include tuition, fees, books, room and board, tools, and other essential costs. Applicants already in college or with dual enrollment must submit a college transcript; confirm the format and whether the specific fund allows renewal.
The 2026–27 cycle is listed as closed, so the next opportunity is the November opening, not a retroactive application. When it opens, check the portal and ask counselors or the Foundation to confirm that your school and program are properly represented. The page also distinguishes funds with separate forms; a common application does not replace independent steps when an award requires them.
Before applying, confirm eligibility, documents, the deadline, and time zone on the current-cycle page. Keep a copy of the form and receipts, and ask how the award coordinates with FAFSA, other scholarships, and the full cost of attendance.
Read the program profile and the federal FAFSA guide; confirm with the administrator how the funds coordinate.
Scholarships — Oceana Community Foundation.
CFOC Scholarship Portal Detailed Instructions — Community Foundation for Oceana County.
Information checked against official sources on October 13, 2026. Aid, eligibility, and deadlines can change; verify the current cycle with the administrator before submitting documents or making enrollment decisions.
Confirm eligibility, current terms, and application steps on the official source before relying on the funds for tuition.
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Oceana Community Foundation Scholarships 2027–28
The Oceana Community Foundation reported distributing $375,750 through 305 awards to 210 students in 2026. For 2027–28 it lists 63 funds and says the next application opens in November 2026. The portfolio is not limited to bachelor’s degrees: it includes degrees, certificates, apprenticeships, and skilled trades, an important distinction for students seeking local technical training. The general criteria require residency in Oceana County and graduation from a public, private
College scholarship and financial-aid program
Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education
The agency sets rates, eligibility, and caps; the college certifies need, cost, and the individual amount within those limits.
Public student-aid administering office
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Official website ↗
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Oceana Community Foundation · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website ↗
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Community Foundation for Oceana County · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official program information and application ↗
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Oceana Community Foundation · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website of Oceana Community Foundation Scholarships 2027–28 ↗
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Community Foundation for Oceana County · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website of Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education ↗
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Federal Student Aid · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website of Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education ↗
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Federal Student Aid · Accessed October 13, 2026
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