Several types of financial aid are offered at Orange Coast College. These are funded through federal, state and local agencies, and the college itself. Government rules dictate the types for which you'll be eligible. The following programs are available to qualified OCC students. A financial aid grant is a gift of funds that you do not need to repay.
Grants are available to very low-income students only.
Loans A loan must be repaid. You should consider very carefully before taking out a loan because of the impact on your finances after you finish college. You must attend a one-hour entrance interview before a loan will be processed. You will be given a copy of our loan policy at the entrance interview. Whenever possible, students are assigned to work situations that further their educational growth and are of value to the college or off-campus agency.