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Find similar grantsSecond Chance Grant Program (Ohio) is sponsored by Ohio Department of Higher Education. The Second Chance Grant aims to reduce financial barriers for Ohioans with some college credit but no bachelor's degree from returning to higher education.
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Second Chance Grant Program - The Ohio State University The Ohio State University The Ohio Department of Education’s (ODHE) Second Chance Grant Program is a $3,000 grant available to disenrolled students wishing to renew their pursuit of a college degree by re-enrolling at a qualifying institution, such as The Ohio State University.
The one-time grant is awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis to students who stopped out of (withdrew from) a qualifying institution of higher education in Ohio and who meet the following criteria: Current resident of the state of Ohio Last date of attendance was at least two semesters but no more than five years ago Have not yet earned a bachelor's degree from ANY college or university In good academic standing with no disciplinary issues at disenrollment Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and accept any need-based state or federal grants to which you are entitled Note: Recipients of the following Ohio scholarships are not eligible: Choose Ohio First , Ohio Safety Officers College Memorial Fund , War Orphans and Severely Disabled Veteran's Scholarship Program , Ohio National Guard Scholarship .
To determine if you qualify for a Second Chance Grant Program by enrolling at Ohio State, contact Buckeye Link or the regional financial aid office of the campus you wish to attend . For more information and a list of qualifying institutions go to: Second Chance Grant Program . Note: There is a limited pool of Second Chance Grant funds and as such it is possible that not all qualifying students will be able to receive a grant.
Former Ohio State undergraduate students who would like to return to complete their degree may reach out to the advising office in their college or contact advising@osu. edu for assistance. If your Ohio State email account is still active, please use that email.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible students re-enrolling at a qualifying institution in Ohio to obtain a degree or credential. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Second Chance Grant Program (Ohio) is funded by Ohio Department of Higher Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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