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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
1/15/2026 APIA Scholarship

$2500-$20,000 awards for AANHPI students with a minimum 2.7 GPA, with a focus on students from low income backgrounds and first-generation college students.
1/15/2026 FFA Scholarships

Over $2 million in scholarships ranging from $500-$10,000 given for a wide variety of experiences, career goals and higher education plans.
1/15/2026 Northwest Community Credit Union Scholarships

Several scholarships for Northwest Community Credit Union members.
1/30/2026 Grieg Lodge Scholarship

$2,000 scholarships for high school seniors in counties of Multnomah, Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Washington, Yamhill, or Clark [Washington] with a connection to or interest in Nordic heritage.
1/31/2026 National Eagle Scout Association Scholarship

$5,000 - $50,000 scholarships open to high school seniors through college juniors who are Eagle Scouts.
1/31/2026 Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship

Full tuition and fees as well as a stipend for students pursuing careers as officers in the Navy or Marine Corps.
1/31/2026 Oregon FFA Scholarships

Several scholarships for Oregon students who participated in FFA.
2/1/2026 Oregon Wheat Foundation Scholarship

$2,000 scholarships for seniors who are connected to or employed by the Oregon Wheat Growers League.
2/1/2026 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.
2/2/2026 Al Forthan Scholarship

Up to $10,000 for high school seniors in Oregon who have been impacted by addiction and poverty.
2/6/2026 AMS First-Year Undergraduate Scholarships

$2,500 scholarship renewable for two years for students with a minimum 3.0 GPA who plan to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic or hydrologic sciences.  
2/6/2026 Redwood Trade Scholarship Application

Open to high school seniors living in Josephine County or attending one of the following high schools: Grants Pass, Hidden Valley, North Valley, Illinois Valley, Glendale, or Rogue River. Through one application, access 15 different scholarships for students pursuing trade fields.
2/9/2026 Davidson Fellows

Up to $50,000 scholarships for extraordinary young people (18 and under) who have completed a significant piece of work—original, expert-level, and impactful, comparable to college graduate standards.
2/9/2026 Oregon ACTE Scholarship

$1000 scholarships for students enrolled, or planning to enroll in a CTE program. Can be used for any school expenses including transportation, safety equipment, tools, tuition, computers, etc.
2/14/2026 Foundation for Rural Service Scholarships

Scholarships of $500–$9,000 for students sponsored by an NTCA member telecom provider, with plans to return to a rural community after graduation.
2/15/2026 Dell Scholars Program

Up to $20,000 for students in college readiness programs (including AVID, College Possible, GEAR UP, and Upward Bound) who are Pell Grant eligible, have at lease a 2.4 GPA, and have overcome significant obstacles to pursue their education.
2/15/2026 Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarship

$10,000 - $25,000 scholarships for high school juniors and seniors, and college students, planning to pursue a bachelor's degree, who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.
2/15/2026 Hispanic Scholarship Fund

Over 140 different scholarship programs with awards ranging $500-$5,000 in one general scholarship application for Hispanic students.
2/20/2026 Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

Up to $10,000 for students who have promoted veganism in their schools and/or communities. Applicants that show compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world through a vegan diet/lifestyle.
2/25/2026 Oregon Music Hall of Fame Scholarship

Multiple scholarships from $2,500-$7,000 for Oregon high school seniors planning to major or minor in music.