Oregon Scholarships to Apply For Right Now!

Last updated May 22, 2023

Attention, Oregon students! Here are some scholarships we think you should know about.

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Junior College/Trade School Scholarship // WTS

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: Varies

This scholarship awards community, technical, or trade college scholarships to women pursuing transportation-related study at community and trade colleges.

Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship // WTS

Amount: $5,000

Deadline: Varies

This scholarship is available to women pursuing undergraduate studies in transportation or a related field.

Oregon Opportunity Grant // Opportunity Grant

Amount: $1,602-$5,076

Deadline: Varies

The Oregon Opportunity Grant (OOG) is Oregon's largest state-funded, need-based grant program for college students. Oregon residents of all ages who are pursuing their first associates degree or bachelor's degree at an eligible public or private institution are eligible to apply. Must be an Oregon resident for at least one year prior to applying. Undocumented students, including DACA students, may be eligible. Must submit FAFSA or ORSAA.

National CPR Foundation Healthcare and Education Scholarship Program // National CPR Foundation

Amount: $500

Deadline: Monthly; see website for more details

Incoming and current college students who are at least 18 years of age and have a minimum GPA of 2.8 are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must be currently or planning to be enrolled in school majoring in a healthcare or education-related field. Applicants must submit a 500- to 750-word essay describing what motivates them in their career aspirations, and why they want to pursue or are currently studying for a healthcare or education-related degree.

There’s Space for Everyone Scholarship // Extra Space Storage

Amount: $3,000

Deadline: May 31, 2023

This scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate students in the U.S. during the fall 2023 quarter/semester. Applicants must be 16 years old and submit an essay answering the following prompt: “How have you exhibited a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, or social justice through work, service, or other extra-curricular activities, and how will your education help you continue this commitment during college and beyond?”

C.I.P. Scholarship // College is Power

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: May 31, 2023

Students ages 17 years or older who plan to start a program of higher education within the next 12 months or who are currently enrolled in a program of higher education are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must be citizens or residents of the U.S. and write a 150-word statement answering the following prompt: "What is your primary goal for going to school?"

AISES Apple Scholarship Program // AISES

Amount: $15,000

Deadline: May 31, 2023

This scholarship is available to Indigenous college students in the U.S. studying in a STEM field. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and higher. Applicants must be a current AISES member at time of application.

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Lavon Jordan Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships // AFCEA Educational Foundation

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 31, 2023

This scholarship is available to minority high school seniors in the U.S. who are planning to pursue a degree in STEM. Applicants must submit their transcript, college acceptance letters, and letters of recommendation to be considered.

Fifth Month Scholarship // Unigo

Amount: $1,500

Deadline: May 31, 2023

This scholarship is open to U.S. citizens and residents 14 years or older. Applicants must submit a maximum 250-word essay answering the following prompt: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original."

Stand Up To Distracted Driving Scholarship // Kanoski Bresney

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: June 1, 2023

This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who will be attending college through the fall. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit an essay on a given topic related to distracted driving.

Friedman & Simon, L.L.P. Academic Scholarship // Friedman & Simon, L.L.P

Amount: $1,500

Deadline: June 15, 2023

This scholarship is open students enrolled in or admitted to an accredited college or university in the U.S. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and submit a 500-1,000 word essay answering one of the prompts listed.

Make A Difference Scholarship // Jenner Law

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: June 15, 2023

This scholarship is open to students enrolled in a higher education program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words that answers the following prompt: “What degree are you pursuing and why? What are you planning to do with your degree to pay it forward and positively impact people’s lives? Describe your goals and your ideal journey to making a difference.”

Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship // Horatio Alger Association

Amount: Up to $2,500

Deadline: June 15, 2023

This scholarship is designed specifically for students who are enrolled in an associate’s degree, certificate, or diploma program by September 2023. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and demonstrate financial need.

Parrish Law Firm, PLLC Annual Academic Scholarship // Fastweb

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: June 15, 2023

This scholarship is available to high school senior and undergraduate students. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. and submit a 1,000 word essay answering the following prompt: "Describe how you plan to use your higher education to help others, innovate, and change the world."

Oregon Sports Hall Mactarnahan Scholarship // Oregon Sports Hall of Fame Museum

Amount: $3,000

Deadline: June 16, 2023

Every year, the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame Museum awards six $3,000 scholarships to high school student athletes who plan to attend a four-year university. Fill out the application and write a letter about why you’re the best choice for the scholarship to apply!

Western Regional Chapter Scholarship // Korean American Scholarship Foundation

Amount: Varies

Deadline: June 30, 2023

The Korean American Scholarship Foundation offers scholarships annually to students with Korean heritage who are planning to attend college full time on the West Coast. Award amounts vary.

Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program // Novus Biologicals

Amount: $1,500

Deadline: July 19, 2023

This scholarship is open to students worldwide enrolled or accepted for enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies with a declared major in a science related field. Applicants must submit a personal statement and a statement on what they believe is the biggest hurdle for people working in their specific field of interest and why.

Semper Solaris Scholarship // Semper Solaris

Amount: $500-$3,000

Deadline: July 31, 2023

High school applicants must be seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled full-time at an accredited high school between January 1 & December 31, 2022. Proof of enrollment must be submitted. High school applicants must write a 750-word essay answering the following question: "How do you see solar power changing our country in the future?"

First of Us Scholarship // Gutierrez Law Firm

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: August 31, 2023

This scholarship is open to any current high school seniors, vocational students, or college students in the U.S. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. and submit a 750-1000 word essay response to the prompt: Share with us a story of how you or a family member overcame hardships as a first-generation college student and the lessons you or your family member have learned along the way.

RealityHop Scholarship // RealityHop

Amount: Up to $2,000

Deadline: August 31, 2023

Graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students in the United States who demonstrate ambition, diligence, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must submit a maximum 500 word essay answering the following prompt: “Imagine yourself 10 years in the future after having graduated college and living the life of your dreams: find a listing on RealtyHop you picture yourself living in and write what your favorite room or feature is on the listing and why it is important to your future life.”

Beauty and Wellness Professionals Scholarship // Beauty Schools Directory

Amount: Up to $2,500

Deadline: September 1, 2023

This scholarship is available to high school seniors and college students who are currently studying or planning to study at a beauty or cosmetology school. Both part-time and full-time students are eligible. All U.S. residents and DACA recipients are eligible to apply.

Cameron Impact Scholarship // Bryan Cameron Education Foundation

Amount: Four-year, full tuition scholarship (actual dollar amount varies based upon school selection)

Deadline: September 8, 2023

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is awarded annually to 10-15 high school students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. This scholarship covers the full tuition, fees, and books at any accredited U.S. based college or university that the recipient chooses to attend.

The Skanner Foundation Scholarship // The Skanner News

Amount: $1,000-$3,000

Deadline: October 8, 2023

This scholarship is available to students across the country who have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and have completed at least 20 hours of community service in the past year with documentation. Applicants must write a minimum 600 word essay answering one of the following prompts: 1) Why are the academic results of minority youth (k-12), in the areas of reading and mathematics below the national average and what strategies do you believe school systems should implement to improve these statistics? 2) How should the minority community address the nation’s need for economic development? How would you define and address current issues of race relations in America? 3) What challenges are currently faced by young minority males or females?

First-Generation College Student Scholarship // Kadzai Law Group

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: October 10, 2023

This scholarship is open to first-generation undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens. Applicants must also submit a 3- to 5-minute video answering one of the prompts provided that applies to them.

Pride Foundation Scholarships // Pride Foundation

Amount: Varies

Deadline: Application opens October 11, 2023

This scholarship is available to LGBTQIA+ identifying students pursuing postsecondary education (college, certificate programs, trade school, etc.) living in Oregon.

Soliant’s Sunrise Scholarship // Soliant Consulting

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: April 30, 2024

This scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate students who are U.S. residents. Applicants must submit a 400-450 word essay answering the following prompt: “How can software engineers and developers take a more active role in adhering to technology ethics and protecting those affected by the solutions they build?

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STEM Scholarship Program // IMEG

Amount: Up to $10,000

Deadline: May 15, 2023

This scholarship is open to college students in their sophomore through senior year. Applicants must have financial need and be actively pursuing a degree in a STEM-related field with an engineering focus. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Women in Music Scholarship // Oregon Music Hall of Fame

Amount: Varies

Deadline: May 15, 2023

This scholarship is available to female high school seniors who will begin college in fall 2023 and plan to pursue one of the following majors: Broadcasting (radio/web), Communications/PR, Music Therapy, Music Technology, Music Business, Music Theory, and Music Production.

LKS Scholarship // Larry K. Sharpf Educational Scholarship Foundation

Amount: Up to $20,000

Deadline: May 5, 2023

Students from Marion, Benton, Linn, or Lane County are eligible to apply for this scholarship, which rewards up to $20,000 over the course of four years to students who plan to attend college full-time. Applications are mail-only.

OSSA Scholarship // Oregon State Sheriff’s Association

Amount: $1,600

Deadline: May 1, 2023

Interested in a career in law enforcement? OSSA offers scholarships to students who plan on studying law enforcement at their community college or four-year university.

Study.com LGBTQ+ Scholarship // Study.com

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: May 1, 2023

LGBTQIA students who are accepted to or enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Financial need will not be considered.

Study.com Scholarship for Latin American Students // Study.com

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: May 1, 2023

Graduating high school seniors with plans to attend college in the fall of 2023 and current undergraduate college students in any field of study are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must be of Latin American descent and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Think For Yourself Essay Contest // Let Grow

Amount: $1,000-$5,000

Deadline: April 30, 2023

This scholarship is open to high school juniors and seniors who are U.S. residents. Applicants must enroll no later than the fall of 2026 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education and must submit an essay on one of five prompts related to free speech, bullying, disagreements, or other personal questions.

Incight Scholarship // Incight

Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 15, 2023

Students with disabilities who plan on attending higher education (community college, four-year universities, etc.) during the 2023-2024 school year can apply to Incight’s annual scholarship. Award amounts vary.

BHW Scholarship // The BHW Group

Amount: $3,000

Deadline: April 15, 2023

High school seniors and college undergraduate female students who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering or math during the 2023 school year are welcome to apply. Applicants must write a 500-800 word essay on either of the following topics: 1. Tell us about your favorite app and what you like about it and 2. Tell us about a time an app played a significant role in improving your day.

Audria M. Edwards Scholarship // Peacock Productions

Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 1, 2023

LGBTQIA+ Oregon residents and residents of certain Washington counties are eligible to apply. To apply, print out your required essay, two letters of recommendation, and your transcripts, and mail them to the company’s P.O. box.

LoadView Women in Computing Scholarship // Access Scholarships

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: April 1, 2023

This scholarship is open to female students currently enrolled as full-time undergraduate students in the U.S. or Canada. Must be planning to pursue a degree/career in computing. Essay required with application.

National Scholarship // National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs

Amount: Varies

Deadline: March 31, 2023

This scholarship is open to African American high school seniors who have a GPA of 3.0 and above and submit a typed essay of no less than 300 words on the topic: “Explain the Benefits You Have Gained through the Contributions of Two (2) Trailblazers of African Descent within the past twenty (20) years, and How It Has Benefited You as a Person.”

Oregon Dove Scholarship // Zeta Phi Beta

Amount: Varies

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Female high school seniors living in Washington, Clackamas, or Clark county with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible for this scholarship.

NWCU Scholarship // Northwest Credit Union

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Twenty $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who are dedicated to making a positive impact in their community. Applicants must write a short essay about an experience or activity that has shaped them and why.

Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation Scholarship // The Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation

Amount: Varies based on applicant factors

Deadline: March 17, 2023

This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and individuals entering their freshman year of college during the 2023-2024 academic year. Applicants must have at least a 3.7 GPA and demonstrate outstanding personal achievements, academic merit, leadership qualities and/or community service. Special consideration will be noted for applicants who have parents who are U.S. veterans or currently in the U.S. military, students with financial need, first generation college students, and students with a documented significant disability.

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships // Microsoft

Amount: $2,500-$20,000

Deadline: March 15, 2023

To be considered for these scholarships, applicants must be African-American high school seniors with plans to pursue a degree in STEM. Must demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and higher. Must submit two letters of recommendation, resume, and an essay.

HOLA at Microsoft Scholarship // Microsoft

Amount: $5,000

Deadline: March 15, 2023

This scholarship is available to Latinx high school seniors who need assistance paying for college. Must be planning to study Engineering, Computer Science, or Business in college. Must have a high school GPA of 3.0 and higher. DACA recipients are eligible to apply.

Microsoft Disability Scholarship // Microsoft

Amount: $20,000 over 4 years

Deadline: March 15, 2023

High school seniors who are disabled are eligible for this renewable scholarship. Must be planning to major in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, law, business, or a related field. Must have a cumulative high school GPA of over 2.5.

Truman D. Picard Scholarship // Intertribal Timber Council

Amount: Up to $2,500

Deadline: March 10, 2023

This scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are Native American and pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources. Must submit an application form, transcripts, a resume, three letters of recommendation, and proof of tribal enrollment.

Oregon Community Leadership Scholarship // Harrington Family Foundation

Amount: $20,000 over four years

Deadline: March 10, 2023

The Oregon Community Leadership Scholarship is a renewable four-year collegiate scholarship program for current Oregon high school seniors who are emerging leaders, and plan to attend an Oregon trade school, college or university.

First American's Future Leaders of Manufacturing Scholarship // First American

Amount: $3,000

Deadline: March 10, 2023

This scholarship is available to high school seniors and college students who are studying or plan to study in fields related to engineering (see scholarship listing for more information). Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

ACEC Scholarship // American Council of Engineering Companies of Oregon

Amount: $2500

Deadline: March 1, 2023

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Oregon scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors or GED students with no previous college experience. Applicants must be majoring in civil, electrical, mechanical, or environmental engineering at a four-year Oregon university that offers an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Preference is given to students interested in entering a career in consulting engineering.

ACS Scholars Program // ACS Scholars

Amount: Up to $5,000

Deadline: March 1, 2024

This scholarship is available to minority high school seniors and college students who are studying or plan to study in fields related to chemistry. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Loprinzi Scholarship // Multnomah Athletic Foundation

Amount: $1,000 and three $8,000 awards

Deadline: March 1, 2023

This program is for individuals who are energetic and confident examples of achievement through athletics in our community. Applicants must demonstrate financial need to attend college or university, participate in sports in competitive athletics, engaged in civic involvement and demonstrate leadership in their school and community activities, and have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Ford Scholars Program // Ford Family Foundation

Amount: Award amount is calculated on college cost of attendance, minus other grants and scholarships.

Deadline: March 1, 2023

The Ford Scholars Program was created to assist students who otherwise find it impossible, or at least very difficult, to obtain a college degree. Each year, up to 130 renewable scholarships are awarded to Oregon and Siskiyou Country, California. Check out this new toolkit created by the Ford Family Foundation full of helpful information for applying!

Foundation 649 Scholarship // Foundation 649

Amount: $4,000 across 4 years

Deadline: March 1, 2023

This scholarship is available to students that identify as Asian American and/or Pacific Islander who are actively involved in AAPI communities, issues, or causes . Applicants must be enrolled in or attending an accredited university by Fall 2023.

OSAC Scholarship // Office of Student Access and Completion

Amount: Varies

Deadline: March 1, 2023

Each year the Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) in Oregon awards grants and scholarships of more than $118 million to Oregon Students. They have compiled everything into one centralized location, the OSAC Scholarship Application. We are here to help complete this OSAC application, check out our tips right here.

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The Southwest Airlines Scholarship // Silicon Valley Community Foundation

Amount: Up to $5,000

Deadline: February 28, 2023

This scholarship is available to students at trade/vocational schools and 2- and 4-year colleges and universities. Applicants must express interest in a career in the airline industry. Special consideration is given to applicants who identify as black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC), are first-generation college students, and are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant.

Al Forthan Scholarship // Volunteers of America Oregon

Amount: Up to $10,000

Deadline: February 6, 2023

This scholarship is available to Oregon high school seniors who come from a family impacted by alcohol or drug addition. 5 essays must be submitted.

Renaissance Scholars Program // The Renaissance Foundation

Amount: Up to $4,000

Deadline: February 1, 2023

High-achieving, first-generation college students with financial need are eligible for this renewable scholarship.

Denny’s Hungry for Education Scholarship // Denny’s | 100 Black Men of Upstate SC, Inc

Amount: Varies

Deadline: December 10, 2022

Scholarship is open to students who will be full-time students at accredited and post-secondary institutions. Grades and academic performance will serve as indicators of potential; however, preference will be given to African American male youth.

Pumphrey Law Scholarship // Pumphrey Law

Amount: $250-$750

Deadline: December 9, 2022

This scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate and graduate students in the United States. Applicants must submit an essay on the following prompt: “Why do prosecutors and defense attorneys have different ethical duties?”

PixelPlex Annual Scholarship // PixelPlex

Amount: $2,000

Deadline: December 5, 2022

This scholarship is open to citizens and permanent residents of the United States who are incoming or current college students studying in a field related to STEM, economics, or business.

Stephen J. Bradley Stop Hunger Scholarship // Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation

Amount: $5,000

Deadline: December 5, 2022

This scholarship is open to students in kindergarten through graduate school (ages 5-25) who have demonstrated ongoing commitment to their community by performing unpaid volunteer services impacting hunger in the United States within the last 12 months.