CHC Scholarships

Through the generosity of our alumni, continuing CHC students have the opportunity to apply for a number of scholarships. (Except for a scholarship for international students, incoming freshmen and transfer students should investigate the UO's Student Financial Aid and Scholarships site). Past scholarship recipients have included editors of the Creative Arts Journal, students who did internships in public health, and students who have lived in places as diverse as Mali and France.

CHC students are strongly encouraged to apply for distinguished scholarships at the state, national, and international level, and faculty mentorship and support is provided for students wishing to make such applications. CHC students are past winners of many prestigious scholarships including, among many others, recent awards of the Marshall, Mitchell, and Goldwater Scholarships. For general information on distinguished scholarship opportunities available outside the University of Oregon, please consult the UO Distinguished Scholarships website. For information about assistance to you in the CHC, please consult your faculty advisor or Associate Dean Louise Bishop at lmbishop@uoregon.edu.

Andrea Gellatly Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a woman beginning her final year in Clark Honors College who has demonstrated academic excellence (minimum 3.7 GPA ), breadth of interest and social concern, all of which characterized the late Ms. Andrea Gellatly in her short but influential life.

Edward C. Sargent III Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student majoring in a pre-health care field or a natural science who combines qualities of idealism, commitment to humanity, openness to alternatives, love of the outdoors, and an interest in preserving and protecting the environment that characterized Edward C. Sargent, M.D. 

Ira and Eleanor Wong Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student who has demonstrated academic merit (minimum GPA 3.7).

Jean Wittemyer Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student who shows exceptional promise for achievement, as evidenced by GPA (minimum 3.7), originality of research or other applicable criteria. 

Joy Poust Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded based on financial need as defined by UO Office of Financial Aid. Applicants must file a FAFSA with the UO Office of Financial Aid in order to be considered. 

Robert D. Clark Honors College Service Award

This scholarship is awarded to a student who has made significant contributions to the CHC community. 

Roger and Ginny Reich Scholarship for Study Abroad

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student pursuing a minimum of one full term in an approved UO study abroad program. 

Shephard Family Scholarship for Study Abroad

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student pursuing foreign language study for a minimum of one full year in an approved UO study abroad program. 

Shephard Family Scholarship for International Students

This scholarship is available to applicants from two distinct categories: 1) international students living outside the United States who have been accepted into Clark Honors College; and 2) international students who have completed at least one year at Clark Honors College.  Preference will be given to incoming freshmen.

Wigham Family Thesis Prize

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student who has demonstrated significant academic progress (minimum GPA 3.7) and promise of further outstanding achievement. First consideration is given to Canadian residents. Students going into their final year in Clark Honors College are eligible. 

Wilma Wittemyer Memorial Scholastic Achievement Prize

This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student going into his or her final year in Clark Honors College who has demonstrated significant academic progress (minimum GPA 3.7) and promise of further outstanding achievement.

Applying

Current students interested in applying should log into Blackboard and consult the CHC site for specific requirements and deadlines. These scholarships generally require that students be in good academic standing, and submit an essay and additional materials in February. Winners are announced each March and funds are disbursed through the UO Billing Office. Scholarship winners are asked to write a letter of thanks to the scholarship's sponsor.