The Oregon Student Child Care Grant Program helps parents enrolled in postsecondary education to obtain safe, dependable care that supports their children's development while allowing completion of the parent's academic programs.
To be eligible for the Child Care Grant, you must:
Be an Oregon resident with a child or legal dependent age 12 and under in need of child care, or, if over age 12, who satisfies the requirements of special needs.
Use a childcare provider listed with the Oregon Department of Human Services, or, registered or certified with the Oregon Child Care Division.
Have not earned a bachelor's or higher degree.
Enrolled or planning to enroll as an undergraduate student at an eligible Oregon postsecondary institution*.
Maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Not be in default on any federal Title IV loan or owing a refund on federal Title IV funds previously disbursed.