{"id":6,"date":"2026-01-21T19:18:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T19:18:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/?page_id=6"},"modified":"2026-03-18T11:52:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T18:52:01","slug":"financial-wellness-at-eou","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/","title":{"rendered":"Financial Wellness at EOU"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1325\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-8\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Zabel-Hall.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Zabel-Hall.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Zabel-Hall-800x530.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Zabel-Hall-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Zabel-Hall-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Zabel-Hall-1536x1018.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-c4e6d0285708de7c52ac6750fa744144\">Financial Wellness Center<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1875f07956d47b996918b316292a6adb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Managing money while you&#8217;re in college can feel overwhelming, but you&#8217;re not expected to figure it out on your own.&nbsp; EOU is here to support you at every stage of your journey, whenever you are just getting started or navigating a more complex financial situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to be a clear, welcoming hub, the EOU Financial Wellness Center offers reliable and easy-to-use information to support your financial well-being on and off campus.&nbsp; Discover resources to help strengthen your financial stability, plan for what\u2019s next, and connect with staff who genuinely care about your success and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are planning your next term, navigating unexpected expenses, or simply trying to build healthy money habits, you will find guidance, tools, and real people ready to help.&nbsp; Our goal is to make financial support simple to understand and easy to access so that you can focus on your education and your future with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSf2sxRSaa_FV2y1DWGLJH0zkO86vuwstnuzvqM9_aNOlkVtEQ\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=100036380694037661268\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">Have questions? Submit them here!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Tuition, Fees &amp; Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Tuition-Fees-Cost-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Tuition-Fees-Cost-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Tuition-Fees-Cost-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Tuition-Fees-Cost-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Tuition-Fees-Cost.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but you don\u2019t have to figure it out alone. We\u2019ll help you estimate the cost of your classes before you register, so you can plan ahead and feel confident about your finances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-60\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Cost of Attendance<\/h3><div id=\"ac-60\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/tuition-and-fees\/\">Tuition and Fee Table<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/static.eou.edu\/ir\/Tuition_Calculator\/Tuition_Form.html\">Tuition Calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/mandatory-fees\/\">On-Campus Mandatory Fees<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/registrar\/eou-course-fees\/\">Course Fees<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Housing &amp; Meal Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Housing-Meal-Plan-Options-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Housing-Meal-Plan-Options-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Housing-Meal-Plan-Options-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Housing-Meal-Plan-Options-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Housing-Meal-Plan-Options.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Living on campus at EOU offers far more than just a place to sleep; it gives you connections, convenience, and a strong start to your college journey.&nbsp; You\u2019ll be part of a built-in community where it\u2019s easy to make friends, join events, and get involved. With close access to classes, advisors, the tutoring center, and the library, academic support is always within reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-61\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Residence Life<\/h3><div id=\"ac-61\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/reslife\/rates-billing\/\">Residence Halls<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/reslife\/dining\/\">Meal Plans<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Paying for College<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Paying-For-College-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Paying-For-College-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Paying-For-College-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Paying-For-College-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Paying-For-College.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Understand your tuition, financial aid, loans, and payment options in one place.&nbsp; Find tools and guidance to help clarify costs, plan, and manage your student account with confidence, so financial decisions feel more manageable and less overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-62\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Financial Aid, Loans &amp; Services<\/h3><div id=\"ac-62\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Student Financial Services<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/payment\/\">Billing and payment instructions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/financial-responsibility-agreement\/\">Financial Responsibility Agreement \/ Revolving Charge Agreement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/erefund\/\">eRefund and direct deposit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/creating-authorized-payer-accounts\/\">Authorized payer instructions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/parking-permits\/\">Parking permits<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/gradguard\/\">Tuition Insurance<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/faq\/\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/deadlines\/\">Drop\/Withdrawal Refund Schedule<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/registrar\/calendar\/\">Academic Calendar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Financial Aid<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\">File FAFSA<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-aid\/direct-and-direct-parent-plus-loan-checklist\/\">Loan checklist<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-aid\/review-award\/cost-of-attendance\/\">Cost of attendance<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/static.eou.edu\/net-price-calc\/\">Net price calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-aid\/forms\/\">Forms<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-aid\/review-award\/loans\/\">Types of loans<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/choice.fastproducts.org\/FastChoice\/home\/319300\">Private non-federal educational loan<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Federal Loan Tools<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/loan-simulator\/\">Federal loan simulator (for cost and repayment planning)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/manage-loans\">Loan management<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/loan-simulator\/\">Estimated repayment tools<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/manage-loans\/forgiveness-cancellation\">Loan Forgiveness<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Scholarships &amp; Funding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Scolarships-and-Emergency-Funding-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Scolarships-and-Emergency-Funding-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Scolarships-and-Emergency-Funding-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Scolarships-and-Emergency-Funding-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Scolarships-and-Emergency-Funding.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore scholarships and emergency funding options that can ease financial stress and open new opportunities.&nbsp; Whether you\u2019re planning for the year ahead or navigating an unexpected challenge, these resources are here to support your success and stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-63\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Scholarships and Support<\/h3><div id=\"ac-63\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scholarships<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/scholarships\/\">EOU scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/scholarships\/foundation\/\">Foundation scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/scholarships\/outside\/\">External scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Crisis Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crisis Scholarships are available to support students experiencing unexpected financial hardship. Scholarships are awarded by the <strong>EOU Foundation<\/strong> and can provide <strong>up to $500<\/strong> in emergency assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> To apply for a Crisis Scholarship, please contact either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-aid\/\">Financial Aid Office<\/a>, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your Academic Advisor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s Required<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong><\/strong> As part of the application process, you will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>letter explaining your situation<\/strong>, including what the funds are needed for and why<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Written consent<\/strong> allowing the university to discuss your Federal Student Aid and Educational Record for the purpose of determining eligibility for the Crisis Scholarship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If approved, a thank-you letter is required for the donor.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Processing time is anywhere from 2-3 business days.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Basic Needs &amp; Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Basic-Needs-Campus-Support-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Basic-Needs-Campus-Support-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Basic-Needs-Campus-Support-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Basic-Needs-Campus-Support-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Basic-Needs-Campus-Support.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Reliable access to food, benefits, and campus assistance plays a key role in student success. Find support for everyday needs, along with caring staff who can help connect you to the right resources at the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-64\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Benefits Navigator Program<\/h3><div id=\"ac-64\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/one.oregon.gov\/\">SNAP Enrollment assistance<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/mc\/food-pantries\/\">On-Campus Food Pantries<\/a> and Other Food Resources&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.eou.edu\/Benefits-Navigator-Request\">Basic Needs Voucher Programs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/one.oregon.gov\/\">Oregon Health Plan<\/a>(OHP) Enrollment Support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/mc\/benefits-navigator\/\">Resource Navigation Support<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Money Skills &amp; Finances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Money-Skills-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Money-Skills-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Money-Skills-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Money-Skills-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Money-Skills.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Build skills that last beyond graduation. Financial confidence goes beyond budgeting; it\u2019s about feeling less stressed and more empowered in everyday life. Explore tools and resources to help you manage money, plan ahead, and support your overall well-being along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-65\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Money Management<\/h3><div id=\"ac-65\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cashcourse.org\/login?redirect=\/\">CashCourse<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/handsonbanking.org\/\">Hands-on banking<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/afsaef.org\/\">Money Skills<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Veteran &amp; Military Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Veteran-Military-Education-Benefits-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Veteran-Military-Education-Benefits-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Veteran-Military-Education-Benefits-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Veteran-Military-Education-Benefits-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/financial-wellness\/files\/2026\/01\/Veteran-Military-Education-Benefits.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Find tailored support for military-connected students, including education benefits, guidance, and resources designed to honor your service and help you navigate the financial aspects of your academic journey with clarity and care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-66\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Benefits<\/h3><div id=\"ac-66\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/veterans\/\">Veteran Services<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/military\/\">Military Benefit Resources<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/student-financial-services\/third-party-billing\/\">Third Party Billing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/scholarships\/military\/\">Military Financial Assistance Programs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Taxes &amp; 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