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Scholarships

Scholarships

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Scholarships are free money for college! Apply to as many as possible.

What are scholarships

A college scholarship is money for college expenses that does not have to be paid back. You can get a scholarship for different reasons: good grades or test scores, a special talent like in music or sports, or a specific characteristic.

Scholarships may range from a few hundred dollars up to the full cost of attendance. You may have to use a scholarship at a specific college or it may be "portable," meaning that you can use the funds at any college.

How to apply for scholarships

Search for scholarships

  • Pay attention to requirements. Only apply for scholarships you are eligible for. Many scholarship search engines let you filter by specific criteria.
  • Focus locally. The more local the scholarship, the more likely you are to win! Check in with your high school's counseling office or college & career center, explore the OSAC scholarship catalog, and use our calendar of Oregon scholarships.
  • Look at your college. Some colleges award scholarships automatically. Others need an extra application.
  • Search nationally. There are many free websites to search for scholarships. For those that need a log in, be aware that they may sell your information.

Stay organized

  • Make a list. Keep track of scholarships and deadlines.
  • Plan ahead. Some scholarships ask for essays, letters of recommendation, or other information from you or your school.
  • Treat it like a part-time job. Set aside time each week and apply to as many scholarships as you can!
  • Start now. Many scholarships are open to younger students.

Scholarship List

Make a copy of our Google Docs template and keep track of scholarships that you want to apply to.

Scholarship calendar

Find Oregon and national scholarships with upcoming deadlines. You can filter results to find ones that fit your needs.

Scholarship deadlines and details are subject to change. Check each scholarship website for the most up-to-date information.

Open to undocumented students
Deadline Scholarship More information
4/10/2026 Oregon Small Schools Association Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship for students who attend an Oregon small school district (OSAA 1-A, 2-A, 3-A) with a 2.5 GPA or higher.
4/10/2026 Samaritan Health Services Scholarships

Offers numerous scholarships to local students pursuing careers as doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. See website for details.
4/10/2026 St. Charles Madras Medical Staff Scholarship

Scholarship for Jefferson County students entering or currently enrolled in college who are pursuing a health care career, demonstrate financial need, and a minimum 2.5 GPA.
4/15/2026 Chiloquin Fire & Rescue Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship for students interested in becoming an EMT or firefighter. Must live in the Chiloquin Ambulance response area.
4/15/2026 HOSA Scholarship

$1,000 scholarships for future health professionals who are members of HOSA.
4/15/2026 INCIGHT Scholarship

Scholarships for students with disabilities who are residents of Oregon, Washington or California, who have given back to the community and overcame obstacles in order to pursue higher education.
4/15/2026 Jazz Education Network Scholarships

$1,000 to $3,000 scholarships open to high school and college students with talent and potential in jazz performance and/or education.
4/15/2026 Oregon Association of Nurseries Scholarship

$1,000 to $3,000 scholarships available for Oregon students preparing for a career in ornamental horticulture and related fields.
4/15/2026 Oregon Logging Conference Foundation Scholarship

$750 to $3,000 scholarships for students studying forest engineering, forestry, heavy equipment/diesel mechanics, welding or other forestry related area of study.
4/24/2026 Portland Chinese Scholarship Foundation

$500 to $3,000 scholarships for Oregon students of Chinese ancestry with a minimum 2.75 GPA and two years of high school attendance in Oregon.
4/26/2026 Anne Ford and Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarships

$2,500 renewable scholarships for graduating high school seniors with documented learning disabilities and/or ADHD who are pursuing post-secondary education.
4/30/2026 Islamic Society of North America Scholarships

Several scholarships open to Muslim students pursuing higher education.
4/30/2026 Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Fund

$2,000 scholarships for students who are admitted or enrolled in an accredited four-year historically black college or university in the United States with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
4/30/2026 Red & Gena Leonard Scholarship

Scholarships for students from select Eastern Oregon towns with high financial need, average grades and a desire to work in a trade and attend an Oregon college or trade school. See website for details.
4/30/2026 Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship

Jay-Z wants to give you money for college! Open to students with a minimum 2.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.
4/30/2026 Tech Mastery Scholarship

$500 scholarships for Oregon students pursuing a career in computer science and tech with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
5/1/2026 Humans of Dementia Scholarship

$1,500 to high school and college students who submit an original written or photo profile of someone affected by dementia to raise awareness through storytelling.
5/1/2026 Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship for Oregon residents studying for a degree in education at any Oregon public college or university.
5/1/2026 Renaissance Scholars Program

Up to $5,000 annually, renewable for four years, for first-generation college students in Oregon with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.
5/4/2026 The Larry K. Sharpf Educational Scholarship

Up to $20,000 renewable scholarship for students who have a minimum 3.5 GPA, live in Marion, Linn, Benton, or Lane counties, and plan to attend an Oregon college  with an annual household income of $75,000 or less.