College & Education in Oregon

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About College & Education for Fathers

Education resources for fathers include financial aid, adult education, workforce training, and college programs with on-site childcare. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the gateway to Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and state aid. Pell Grants provide up to approximately $7,000 per year to low-income students and don't require repayment. GED and HiSET programs operate in every state through adult education providers, often free. Community colleges offer lower-cost two-year degrees and certificate programs in high-demand trades. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds training for eligible adults and dislocated workers. For fathers returning to school, on-campus childcare (often subsidized through the CCAMPIS grant), emergency aid funds, and single-parent scholarships make enrollment feasible. This directory covers state FAFSA offices, community colleges, adult education programs, and single-dad scholarships.

College & Education in Oregon

Oregon circuit courts handle family law in each of its 27 judicial districts. The Division of Child Support operates under the Department of Justice. Portland, Salem, Eugene, Gresham, and Hillsboro are the largest metros. Legal Aid Services of Oregon is the primary LSC-funded civil legal aid organization statewide.

15 Resources

1. Oregon Student Aid – OSAC — Free

Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion administers the state's need-based grants, scholarships, and college planning resources for Oregonians. Call 541-687-7400 during weekday business hours or visit oregonstudentaid.gov to start an application. Services are free. Applicants typically create a student account, provide Social Security number or ITIN, complete the FAFSA or ORSAA, and share household and income information to be considered for state aid programs.

541-687-7400 · 1500 Valley River Dr #100, Eugene, OR 97401 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Portland Community College — Paid

Largest community college in Oregon, operating campuses in Sylvania, Cascade, Rock Creek, Southeast, and online to serve the Portland metro area. Offers transfer, career-technical, workforce, and continuing education programs. Call 971-722-6111 during weekday business hours or visit pcc.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid is available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, and complete placement and orientation steps.

971-722-6111 · 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR 97219 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

3. Lane Community College – Eugene — Paid

Community college in Eugene offering affordable career-technical, transfer, workforce, and continuing education programs serving Lane County. Call 541-463-3000 during weekday business hours or visit lanecc.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation before registering for classes.

541-463-3000 · 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. FAFSA – Federal Student Aid — Free

Free Application for Federal Student Aid connects students with federal grants (including Pell), work-study, and low-interest loans for college and career schools. Call 800-433-3243 or apply online any time at studentaid.gov. Application is free. Students and one parent (for dependent filers) create FSA IDs and provide Social Security numbers, income tax returns, and asset information. Oregon colleges use the FAFSA to package state and institutional aid.

800-433-3243 · 24/7 online · Visit Website

5. Chemeketa Community College – Salem — Paid

Community college in Salem offering affordable career-technical, transfer, workforce, and continuing education programs for Marion, Polk, and Yamhill County residents. Call 503-399-5000 during weekday business hours or visit chemeketa.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement, and attend orientation before registering.

503-399-5000 · 4000 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Rogue Community College – Medford — Paid

Southern Oregon community college with campuses in Grants Pass, Medford, and White City offering career-technical, transfer, and workforce education for Jackson and Josephine Counties. Call 541-956-7500 during weekday business hours or visit roguecc.edu to apply. Tuition applies; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation before registering.

541-956-7500 · 3345 Redwood Hwy, Grants Pass, OR 97527 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Central Oregon Community College – Bend — Paid

Bend-based community college with campuses in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, and Madras offering affordable transfer, career-technical, and workforce education across central Oregon. Call 541-383-7700 during weekday business hours or visit cocc.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement, and attend orientation before registering.

541-383-7700 · 2600 NW College Way, Bend, OR 97703 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

8. Clackamas Community College — Paid

Community college in Oregon City with additional sites in Wilsonville and Harmony offering affordable career-technical, transfer, and workforce programs for Clackamas County residents. Call 503-594-6000 during weekday business hours or visit clackamas.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation.

503-594-6000 · 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR 97045 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

9. Mt. Hood Community College – Gresham — Paid

Community college in Gresham with additional sites in Maywood Park and Bruning Center offering affordable transfer, career-technical, and workforce training in the east Portland metro area. Call 503-491-6422 during weekday business hours or visit mhcc.edu to apply. Tuition applies; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation before registering.

503-491-6422 · 26000 SE Stark St, Gresham, OR 97030 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. Linn-Benton Community College – Albany — Paid

Community college in Albany with additional sites in Corvallis, Lebanon, and Sweet Home offering affordable transfer, career-technical, and workforce programs serving Linn and Benton Counties. Call 541-917-4999 during weekday business hours or visit linnbenton.edu to apply. Tuition applies; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement, and attend orientation before registering.

541-917-4999 · 6500 Pacific Blvd SW, Albany, OR 97321 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

11. Southwestern Oregon Community College – Coos Bay — Paid

Community college in Coos Bay with additional sites in Curry County offering affordable career-technical, transfer, and workforce programs serving the southern Oregon coast. Call 541-888-2525 during weekday business hours or visit socc.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation before registering.

541-888-2525 · 1988 Newmark Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. Umpqua Community College – Roseburg — Paid

Community college in Roseburg offering career-technical, transfer, and workforce programs for Douglas County residents. Call 541-440-4600 during weekday business hours or visit umpqua.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation before registering for classes each term at the main or extension sites.

541-440-4600 · 1140 Umpqua College Rd, Roseburg, OR 97470 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Portland State University – Adult Learners — Paid

Portland State University offers flexible bachelor's, master's, and certificate programs designed for working adults and parents, including evening, weekend, and online options at the downtown Portland campus. Call 503-725-3000 during weekday business hours or visit pdx.edu to apply. Tuition and fees apply; federal and state financial aid are available. Applicants submit an online application, transcripts from prior institutions, and the FAFSA for aid.

503-725-3000 · 1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

14. Klamath Community College — Paid

Community college in Klamath Falls offering affordable career-technical, transfer, and workforce programs for Klamath and Lake County residents. Call 541-882-3521 during weekday business hours or visit klamathcc.edu to apply. Tuition applies but is relatively low; financial aid and Oregon Promise are available. Applicants create a student account, submit the FAFSA, complete placement testing, and attend orientation before registering for classes each term.

541-882-3521 · 7390 S 6th St, Klamath Falls, OR 97603 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

15. Oregon Opportunity Grant — Free

Oregon's largest state-funded need-based grant program, administered by the Office of Student Access and Completion, awarded to eligible Oregon residents attending approved colleges and universities in the state. Call 541-687-7400 during weekday business hours or visit oregonstudentaid.gov/grants.aspx for eligibility details. The grant is free to apply for by completing the FAFSA or ORSAA. Award amounts vary by income and enrollment level each year.

541-687-7400 · 24/7 online · Visit Website

College & Education — Common Questions

What do I do first if I want to go back to school?: Fill out the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. It's free and takes about 30 minutes. Results determine eligibility for Pell Grants (up to ~$7,000/year), Direct Loans, and state grants. Apply even if you think you won't qualify — results often surprise.
Is there childcare on college campuses?: Many community colleges and some universities operate on-campus childcare, often subsidized through the CCAMPIS federal grant for low-income student parents. Financial aid can sometimes cover childcare as a cost of attendance.
Can I get a GED online?: Yes. The official GED test is offered online (with in-home proctoring) and at testing centers. HiSET (used in some states instead of GED) is similar. Free prep through state adult education providers and through Khan Academy's free GED prep.
What is WIOA training?: The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds short-term training for eligible adults, often up to
0,000 or more for in-demand occupations. Apply through your local American Job Center. Programs cover CDL, welding, nursing, IT, HVAC, and many others.