General Assistance/Relief Most people can get GA payments for 3 months out of a 12 month period. People who cannot work due to a disability ("unemployable") can continue to get GA benefits longer than 3 months.
If you would like to apply over the phone, call us at (510) 272-3663. If you need an application packet to be mailed to you, call us at (510) 272-3663 or 1-888-999-4772.
To be eligible for GA, you must: Be a county resident. Be age 18 or older, or. An emancipated minor, or. A child under age 18 who has no means of support. (There are special rules for children. Be low-income. Be a citizen or have legal immigration status. Follow the county rules.
Eligibility. Attend and graduate from an Oakland district in Spring and start as a full-time student at an accredited, not-for-profit college in the U.S. in Fall. Demonstrate financial need as calculated by FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application. Why do you want to attend college or a CTE program?
Oakland University holds elite accreditation and professional recognition in numerous academic areas, including business, engineering, IT, and health care. All of our bachelor's degrees instill the mindset and skills you need to excel at the next step in your education or career.
Freshman who are Platinum Presidential Scholarship recipients are eligible for the Pescovitz Presidential Scholarship. Selected freshman students will receive a "top up" to a four-year, full-tuition scholarship.
Oakland University is one of the top universities in Rochester, United States. It is ranked #651-680 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2023.
Be sure to include the Oakland University Federal School Code (002307) to ensure OUWB Financial Services receives your FAFSA.
The Tuition Incentive Program (TIP) Obtain a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent prior to age 20. Students who attend a state-approved Early/Middle College have until age 21 to graduate and complete a TIP application. Be a Michigan resident as determined by institutional criteria.
U.S. citizens and permanent residents qualify for OU scholarships; international students are not eligible for OU scholarships, except where reflected Students may only receive one academic merit scholarship (except the non-resident award, if applicable).