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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
4/13/2026 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.
4/15/2026 Chiloquin Fire & Rescue Scholarship

A $1000 scholarship for students interested in becoming an EMT or firefighter.  Must live in the Chiloquin Ambulance response area.
4/15/2026 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

$10,000 for outstanding young leaders (ages 8-18) who have focused on helping their communities and fellow beings and/or on protecting the health and sustainability of the environment.
4/15/2026 HOSA Scholarship

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

Up to $2,500 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 - $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

Several scholarships available for Oregon students who plan to study horticulture, landscape architecture or related fields.
4/15/2026 Oregon Logging Conference Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship for students studying forest engineering, forestry, heavy equipment /diesel mechanics, welding or other forestry related area of study.
4/15/2026 Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship

$1000 scholarship for students studying teaching at an Oregon public college or university.
4/25/2026 Portland Chinese Scholarship Foundation

$500 - $3,000 scholarships for Oregon students of Chinese ancestry with a minimum 2.75 GPA.
4/30/2026 Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Fund

$2,000 need-based scholarships to undergraduate students at historically black colleges and universities.
4/30/2026 OnPoint Community Credit Union Scholar Program

Up to $10,000 for Oregon students who have a 3.50 or higher GPA and earned a varsity letter in an OSAA-sanctioned sport or competed in an OSAA-sanctioned activity.
4/30/2026 OWRF Scholarship

$3000-$10,000 for students with an interest in pursuing a career related to water, agriculture and/or natural resources.
4/30/2026 Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship

Jay-Z wants to give you money for college! Students who have at least a 2.0 are eligible to apply.
4/30/2026 Tech Mastery Scholarship

Multiple $500 scholarships for students that are Oregon residents or enrolled in an Oregon college or university. Must have 3.0 GPA.
5/3/2026 LKS Scholarship

Up to $20,000 renewable scholarship for students who have a minimum 3.0 GPA, live in Marion, Linn, Benton, or Lane counties, and plan to attend an Oregon college.
5/4/2026 NURSE Corps Scholarship

Funding for tuition, fees and other educational costs in exchange for working as a nurse at an eligible Critical Shortage Facility for two years upon graduation.
5/15/2026 DreamCatcher Curriculum Scholarship

$1000 scholarships for students with demonstrated financial need. For college or trade school.
5/15/2026 The Maude and Alexander Hadden Scholarship

Up to $10,000 renewable scholarship for low-income high school seniors with a 3.5 GPA or higher who are planning to attend college.
5/30/2026 Islamic Society of North America Scholarships

Several scholarships open to Muslim students pursuing higher education.