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Top Oregon Scholarships in 2021
Not only is Oregon home to beautiful waterfalls, mountains, and beaches—it’s got plenty of lovely scholarships as well. Oregon is also unique in that it offers the OSAC, a single application for more than 600 scholarships (due March 1). Definitely check that out, as well as the additional Oregon scholarships below.
- Top Oregon Scholarships
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Summary of Oregon Scholarships
- Upcoming Scholarships
Check out the following scholarships to help finance the cost of your college degree!
Top Oregon scholarships in 2021
Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students of Hispanic ancestry, minimum 3.0 GPA
- Amount: Varies year to year
- Deadline: January 31
Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students from families impacted by addiction
- Amount: $2,500 per year
- Deadline: February 1
Renaissance Foundation Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students who are first in their family to attend college, with demonstrated financial need and a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Amount: $4,000 per year
- Deadline: February 1
Grieg Lodge Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students from Multnomah, Clackamas, Columbia, Washington, or Yamhill counties, with relations to Nordic countries
- Amount: $2,000 – $4,000
- Deadline: February 13
Black United Fund of Oregon Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students who identify as Black
- Amount: Varies depending on school
- Deadline: March 1
Ford Family Foundation Scholarships
- Eligibility: Students who have experienced financial hardship
- Amount: Varies depending on school
- Deadline: March 1
Harrington Family Foundation Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students who act as leaders in their communities
- Amount: $4,000 per year
- Deadline: March 1
Incight Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students with documented disability
- Amount: Varies year to year
- Deadline: April 1
Celebrate The West Art Awards
- Eligibility: Students submit an original two-dimensional artwork inspired by their state
- Amount: $1,500, $750, and $500
- Deadline: April 30
OSAA Athlete Award
- Eligibility: Varsity athletes, minimum 3.5 GPA
- Amount: $5,000 (two awards) and $1,000 (four awards)
- Date: May 30 (application opens in Spring 2021)
Beat The Odds Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students who are overcoming adversity, minimum 3.0 GPA
- Amount: $4,000 per year
- Deadline: September 15
Frequently asked questions about Oregon scholarships
What are OSAC Scholarships?
The OSAC is a government-sponsored group of more than 600 scholarships, all under one straightforward application. Every Oregon resident should apply. It is due March 1.
What scholarships does Oregon State offer?
Many Oregon colleges and universities also offer their own scholarships and awards, which applicants either automatically qualify for, or must apply to separately. Oregon State University, for example, offers more than five of their own scholarships, a list of which can be found on their website.
How do I find Oregon scholarships?
There are many ways to discover scholarships in Oregon. One way is through applying to the OSAC. Another is by reading this very list! Also check out Oregon Goes To College for some more scholarships, as well as other information about paying for college as an Oregonian.
Does Oregon offer free college?
Oregon does not have free college. But hopefully with the help of these great scholarships, college can become more affordable for you and your family!
Summary of Oregon scholarships
- Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Scholarship
- Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship
- Renaissance Foundation Scholarship
- Grieg Lodge Scholarship
- Black United Fund of Oregon Scholarship
- Ford Family Foundation Scholarships
- Harrington Family Foundation Scholarship
- Incight Scholarship
- Celebrate The West Art Awards
- OSAA Athlete Award
Upcoming Oregon scholarships
Act Six
- Eligibility: Students who live in Portland or Salem area
- Amount: Full Ride to select local schools
Kaiser Permanente Health Care Career Scholarships
- Eligibility: Students who are interested in health care careers
- Amount: Two scholarships of $10,000 and $5,000
Pride Foundation Scholarships
- Eligibility: Students who identify as LGBTQ+
- Amount: Varies
