Financial Aid


The Eastern Oregon University Financial Aid Office is committed to helping you obtain funding for your academic program(s). Whether you are a current or prospective student, there are a variety of financial aid programs available. Financial aid programs vary in eligibility criteria and award amounts. Most students and families need some financial assistance.

If you need help applying for financial aid, we are here to help. We are available Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

We encourage all students to apply for financial aid by filing a Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Our federal school code is 003193.

Disbursement and Census Dates:

Term Disbursement Begins Census Date
SummerJuly 1, 2024
July 29, 2024 (MAT)
July 22, 2024
FallSeptember 23, 2024October 21, 2024
WinterJanuary 6, 2025February 3, 2025
SpringMarch 31, 2025April 28, 2025
2024-2025 Academic Year Disbursement and PRD

Steps to get financial aid

1. Apply

Financial aid is available for degree-seeking students. Depending on your immigration status, apply by completing the FAFSA or the ORSAA. If you’re not sure which to use, take this quiz.

Title IV School Code: 003193

2. Submit documents

After you apply, the EOU Financial Aid Office may request additional information from you. Watch your my.eou.edu Dashboard and look for red flags. If no additional information is needed, proceed to step three.

3. Review and accept award

When your award is ready, we will send you an email with instructions for accepting your award. The link to your award will appear in your my.eou.edu Dashboard. If you are a new freshman or transfer student, a paper copy of your offer will be mailed to the address on your FAFSA.

You will also need to schedule a meeting with a Financial Aid Counselor to discuss your college financing offer.

If, after consultation with your financial aid counselor, you determine that you want to use your federal loan eligibility to help pay for your school expenses, you must accept those loans in Mountie Hub, and complete entrance counseling and fill out and sign a master promissory note on studentaid.gov BEFORE your last day of attendance for the term.

Track your progress using EOU’s Direct and Direct Parent Plus Loan Checklist.

4. Receive your funds

After accepting your award, you’ll choose how you want to receive your money, charge textbooks, or get a work study position.

5. Maintain eligibility

Financial aid eligibility requires students to maintain good academic standing. You can lose your aid – or even be required to give it back! You will be notified of changes to your eligibility in your EOU email and in your Financial Aid Dashboard.

Financial aid and veterans benefits

If you’re using VA benefits, you can and should apply for financial aid in addition to veterans benefits. Apply for financial aid by following the steps above, and apply for Veterans Education Benefits.

Financial aid and scholarships

If you are thinking about applying for financial aid, you should also consider applying for scholarships. There are thousands of scholarships available for all kinds of students, from all kinds of organizations. Read more about finding and applying for scholarships.

Financial aid tools

The Federal Net Price Calculator provides an estimate of college costs and financial aid assistance.