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Scholarships, Essays and Awards
The following scholarships are for continuing CHC students only. For information
on scholarships for incoming freshmen and transfer students,
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SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS back to top
To apply for Clark Honors College scholarships you must:
- have completed one full year in Clark Honors College at the time of applying
- be in good academic standing
- remain enrolled full-time (minimum 12 credits per term) for the following academic year
- submit an application and an essay and any additional materials required for specific scholarships
If you have questions about CHC scholarships, please contact Carol Giantonio, CHC Student Services Coordinator,
, before submitting an application. Remember that receiving a CHC scholarship will affect your
financial aid package.
You must submit your application materials to the CHC office by 5:00 p.m. on March 15. If the CHC Office is
closed on that date, materials will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the next day that the office is open.
Andrea Gellatly Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a woman going into 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. Applicants must submit a resume detailing their interests and their activities in the area of social concern, with a one-page essay indicating why they believe they are qualified for this scholarship.
Application required (PDF, 27k)
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. Applicants must submit a resume with evidence of volunteer work and a one-page essay that addresses their perspectives on the aforementioned qualities.
Application required (PDF, 28k)
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. Applicants must submit a one-page essay describing their academic interests and accomplishments and how this scholarship will aid them in their future academic endeavors.
Application required (PDF, 27k)
Joy Poust Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded based on financial need as defined by UO Office of Financial Aid. Applicants must submit a one-page essay describing their academic interests and accomplishments and how this scholarship will aid them in their future academic endeavors.
Application required (PDF, 27k)
Robert D. Clark Honors College Service Award
This scholarship is awarded to a student who has made significant contributions to the CHC community. Applicants must submit a resume detailing their activities related to enhancing the CHC community and a one-page essay on why believe they are qualified for this scholarship.
Application required (PDF, 33k)
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. Interested students must submit a one-page essay on how a Reich scholarship will assist them in their academic pursuits.
Application required (PDF, 64k)
Shephard Family Scholarship for Study Abroad
This scholarship is awarded to a CHC student pursuing foreign language study in an approved one-year UO study abroad program. If there are no eligible candidates, then any CHC student attending an approved UO study abroad program will be considered. Interested students must submit a one-page essay on how a Shephard scholarship will assist them in their academic pursuits.
Application required (PDF, 28k)
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. Applicants must submit a one-page essay describing their academic interests and accomplishments and how this scholarship will support their thesis research.
Application required (PDF, 27k)
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. Applicants must submit a one-page essay describing their academic interests and accomplishments and how this scholarship will assist them in their future academic endeavors.
Application required (PDF, 27k).
ANNOUNCEMENT OF WINNERS back to top
Scholarship winners will be announced in May. Winners of past scholarships, awards and prizes can be viewed here http://honors.uoregon.edu/opportunities/scholarships/winners/.
Please note that some scholarships may not be awarded if qualified candidates do not apply.
Scholarship funds are disbursed beginning Fall Term and are applied directly to the students’ UO billing account. After current charges have been paid, any excess financial aid may be disbursed to the student in the form of a check. These "net" checks are disbursed at the
UO Business Affairs Office/Perkins Loans counter on the first floor of Oregon Hall. Students will be asked to compose a letter to the scholarship donor before funds are disbursed.
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