Grow Your Own (GYO) Scholarship
About GYO
This scholarship is for students pursuing a career in education.
The Grow Your Own (GYO) scholarship is intended for students pursuing a career in education. New applicants who meet eligibility criteria will receive a minimum award of $1000 per term through spring 2025. Once awarded, students do not need to re-apply during that period. Award amount is subject to available funding each term.
Applicants will receive award notification through their CGCC student email. If awarded, recipients will be asked to opt into a data sharing agreement with GYO partners, Columbia Gorge Education Service District and Western Oregon University.
To qualify, students must:
Be enrolled at CGCC
Plan to pursue a career in education
Meet with an advisor each term
Complete the scholarship application
Eligible CGCC Programs
The following certificates and degrees are eligible for GYO funding
Elementary Educator Transfer Pathway
The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer-Elementary Educator Transfer Pathway is a 2-year program that establishes a path to a 4-year degree in Elementary Education.
Early Childhood Education
An Associate of Applied Science and three certificates in Early Childhood Education are available.
Major Transfer Map
A streamlined path for students who intend to transfer to a 4-year university.
Partner Programs
Western Oregon University
Explore Western Oregon University's options for transfer students in Early Childhood Education.
Eastern Oregon University
Explore options for transferring into Eastern Oregon University's Early Childhood Education program.
Oregon State University
Explore options for Early Childhood Education at Oregon State University.