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What are scholarships? Scholarships are funds for your full-time education that you don’t have to pay back after you graduate.

What automatic scholarships are available? All first-year applicants meeting admissions requirements are automatically considered for the Oregon Distinction Scholarship based on a holistic review of their admissions application. Scholarship amounts are up to $5,000 for Oregon residents and up to $20,000 for non-residents.

Are there other scholarships for which I have to apply? Yes, some scholarships require additional materials and/or a separate application. We recommend you research other scholarship programs and their requirements to determine if they are a fit for you. We encourage you to do a broad web search to see what might be available.

Are there scholarship deadlines? Yes. Individual scholarship deadlines may vary from the deadline to apply for admission. It is important that you keep track of scholarship and application deadlines and submit the appropriate materials by the dates indicated. The UO’s Early Action deadline for admissions is November 1 and the Regular Decision deadline is January 15. First-year students are automatically considered for the Oregon Distinction Scholarship based on a holistic review of their application.

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Find scholarships, along with application deadlines and other important information.

Whether you’re an Oregon resident or non-resident, find UO and major-specific scholarships here.

Explore scholarships that may require a separate application or qualifying materials to help you fund your education as a Duck.

International Students

You may be eligible for special international student scholarships. Look through your options.

Explore UO departmental or interdisciplinary scholarships and those offered by outside organizations.

Several UO schools offer scholarships for incoming first-year students, and others offer awards starting sophomore year. See if the school(s) you’re considering offer first-year options and view their requirements.

• Submit your application for admission to the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø, which includes automatic consideration for some scholarships.

  You can find your UO Student ID number in your Status Portal within days of applying for admission. You’ll need this number to create an account on the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Scholarship Dashboard.

  Create an account on the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Scholarship Dashboard using your UO Student ID and apply for any scholarships that require a separate application or need additional qualifying materials. You can apply for one or more scholarships, if available.

Use these tips to strengthen your scholarship applications and stay on track.

Meet all deadlines

Missing a deadline, even by one day, can disqualify you. Use a calendar or planner to stay on track.

Start early

Give yourself plenty of time to gather scholarship application materials and complete each step. Rushed applications are often incomplete or sloppy.

Don’t ignore small awards

Smaller scholarships can add up over time. Many are also less competitive than larger ones.

Choose your recommenders carefully

Give your recommenders at least two weeks’ notice to write your letter—they might need you to provide additional information about you or the scholarship. Choose people who know you well and can speak to your strengths and resilience. Be sure to follow up to confirm they submitted your letter.

Write a strong application essay

Use the essay to highlight aspects of yourself not covered elsewhere in your application. Get help with grammar and spelling, but do your own writing—the committee wants to hear from you personally.

Showcase your achievements

Don’t feel shy about describing your accomplishments, including awards, leadership roles, and personal challenges. Don’t underestimate the value of work or family responsibilities you’ve taken on.