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.

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
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3/1/2027 Oregon Trail Electric Co-op Scholarships

Various scholarships for students graduating from a high school or homeschool program within OTEC service territory : Baker, Grant, Harney, and Union counties in Eastern Oregon.

3/1/2027 Zonta Club of the Coos Bay Area Scholarships

Multiple scholarships ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 for female students commitment to volunteerism, volunteer leadership achievements and dedication to empowering women worldwide. Must be a resident of Coos County.

3/2/2027 Diversity in Leadership Scholarship

$25,000 scholarship (over four years) for underrepresented and varied Oregon high school graduates pursuing higher education in Oregon.

3/2/2027 JACL National Scholarship Program

Multiple scholarships available for students who are active National Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) members.

3/2/2027 The Ford Family Foundation Scholarships

Several scholarships available to Oregon students and adults that provide 90% of unmet financial need.

3/3/2027 OSAC Scholarships

Over 600 scholarships for Oregon students with one application. Submit by the early bird deadline of February 17 for a chance to win an additional scholarship.

3/5/2027 Benton Community Foundation Scholarships

Several scholarships open to students who graduate from Benton county high schools.

3/12/2027 Point Access Scholarship

$1,500 scholarship for first‑generation and/or under‑resourced students with a connection and commitment to the LGBTQ+ and ally community, minimum 2.0 GPA and at least half‑time enrollment in a degree‑seeking program at an accredited U.S. not‑for‑profit college or university.

3/13/2027 Colleges That Change Lives Scholarship

$1,500 renewable scholarship for up to four years at select member colleges including Reed College and Willamette University in Oregon.

3/13/2027 Go Forward With Confidence Scholarship

Scholarship for high school seniors in Oregon who are survivors of domestic violence or child abuse/neglect so that they may continue with higher education.

3/13/2027 Southern Oregon Latino Scholarship Fund

$1,250 to $2,500 renewable scholarships for Latinx students living in Jackson, Josephine or Klamath counties with a 3.0 GPA or higher who plan to attend an Oregon college full-time.

3/15/2027 The Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation Scholarship

Scholarships prioritized for students with minimum 3.7 GPA, strong personal achievements, and consideration for financial need, first‑generation status, and parents who are U.S. veterans or active-duty military.

3/15/2027 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

$10,000 scholarship recognizing young leaders ages 8 to 18 in the U.S. and Canada who have initiated and led an extraordinary service project benefiting people or the planet.

3/16/2027 Black at Microsoft Scholarship

$2,500 to $5,000 renewable scholarship for high school seniors with a 3.0+ GPA who plan to study technology or business at a U.S. four-year college, demonstrate leadership and passion for tech, and need financial assistance.

3/16/2027 HOLA at Microsoft Scholarship

$2,500 to $10,000 for high school seniors with 3.0+ GPA, financial need, planning to study engineering, computer science/IT, or business (administration, finance, marketing). Undocumented students are eligible.

3/16/2027 Microsoft Disability Scholarship

$5,000 for high school seniors majoring in technology, business, or law who have at least a 2.5 GPA, demonstrate leadership and financial need, and show a passion for technology.

3/16/2027 Women at Microsoft Scholarship

$5,000 scholarship for high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA who plan to study technology, engineering, math, or computer science.

3/23/2027 Marine Technology Society Scholarship

Multiple scholarships from $1,000 to $5,000 for students who are members of the Marine Technology Society and studying marine-related programs.

3/26/2027 Patty J. Barton Memorial Scholarship

Up to $20,000 for female students from Coos and Curry counties who will be enrolled by the start of the fall semester and are pursuing a degree or professional/vocational certification leading to full‑time employment.

3/27/2027 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships

Multiple scholarships for academically talented and highly motivated African-American or black students who intend to pursue full-time undergraduate degrees. Award amounts and eligibility vary.