As an incoming student, you will automatically be considered for some scholarships when you apply to the University of Oregon, and you will have to apply separately for others. For those with automatic consideration, you will get a decision when financial aid award letters are mailed by April 1. All award decisions are made by the Office of Financial Aid.
Merit Scholarships
The UO Excellence Scholarship
The UO Excellence Scholarship awards a limited number of incoming top scholars $80,000 over four years — $20,000 per year (annual award is split evenly over fall, winter, and spring terms)
- Non-Resident Students
- Awarded to students with exceptional admissions applications and stellar academic records
Stamps Scholarship
Covering all tuition and fees, plus room and board for Oregon residents, the University of Oregon’s most prestigious and generous undergraduate scholarship is provided by the UO in partnership with the Stamps Scholars Program. Stamps Scholars also receive up to $12,000 of enrichment funds over their time at the UO. In addition to this generous financial support, Stamps Scholars are guaranteed admission to the Clark Honors College.
- Oregon Residents and Non-Residents
- Minimum 3.85 high school GPA
- Demonstrated leadership, perseverance, scholarship, service, and innovation
- Awarded to at least 20 students annually, split between Oregon residents and non-resident students
- Separate application required
Presidential Scholarship
Presidential Scholars receive up to $36,000 over four years of undergraduate study—$9,000 per year (split evenly over fall, winter, and spring terms). Approximately 50 first-years receive this scholarship each year.
- Oregon Residents
- Minimum 3.85 high school GPA
- A significant, demonstrated history of leadership and volunteer service activities
- Separate application required
Summit Scholarship
Residents receive $20,000 over four years — $5,000 per year. Incoming non-resident top scholars will receive $50,000 over four years — $12,500 per year (annual award is split evenly over fall, winter, and spring terms).
- Oregon Residents and Non-Residents
- Minimum 3.90 high school GPA
- Have not attended another college after high school graduation
Apex Scholarship
Residents receive $8,000 over four years, or $2,000 per year. Non-Residents receive $40,000 over four years, or $10,000 per year.
- Oregon residents and Non-Residents
- Minimum 3.70 high school GPA
- Have not attended another college after high school graduation
General University Scholarships
- Oregon residents and Non-Residents
- Minimum 3.50 high school GPA
- Range in value from $1,000 to $3,300
Need-Based Scholarships
PathwayOregon Scholarships
The PathwayOregon program covers all tuition and fees for up to 12 terms over the course of five years, and can be combined with other scholarships to cover remaining costs such as housing and books.
- Oregon Residents
- Have graduated from an Oregon high school in the last two years
- Minimum 3.40 high school GPA
- Eligible for a federal Pell Grant as determined by the FAFSA
- Automatic consideration for the award if application materials (application form and FAFSA) are received by the normal deadline of January 15
Staton Scholarships
Staton Scholars receive $7,350 per year for 4 years.
- Oregon Residents
- Demonstrated extraordinary financial need as determined by the FAFSA
- Preference for first-generation college students
- Preference is given to students who declare a major in the humanities, visual arts, education, or music.
- Automatic consideration for the award if application materials (application form and FAFSA) are received by the normal deadline of January 15
Honors College Tuition Waiver Scholarship
The CHC Tuition Waiver Scholarship covers the added cost of honors college tuition for up to 12 terms of study. For the 2025-2026 academic year that amount is $3,037 per year.
- Oregon residents and Non-residents
- Demonstrated financial need as determined by the FAFSA
- Automatic consideration for the award if application materials (application form and FAFSA) are received by the normal deadline of January 15
Map Your Future Scholarship
The Map Your Future Scholarship awards $1,000 towards participation in a University of Oregon-approved study abroad program, to be used at any point during the student's undergraduate career.
- Oregon Residents and Non-Residents
- Demonstrated financial need as determined by the FAFSA
- Requires a separate application
Diversity Scholarships
Duck Excellence Scholarship
Diversity Excellence Scholars receive $7,500 per year, renewable for up to four years as long as the student maintains full-time student status, a minimum 3.0 University of Oregon grade point average, and meets regularly with their scholarship advisor in the Center for Multicultural Academic Excellence (CMAE).
- Academic performance and participation in community activities
- Individual's demonstrated contributions to and support for diversity within their community
- Preference for Oregon residents, first-generation college students and students with demonstrated financial need
- Requires a separate application
Erickson Scholarship
The Robert J. Erickson Kaiser Permanente Scholarship awards $5,000-$6,000 per year, renewable for up to four years as long as the student is on track to graduate in four years, maintains a 3.3 University of Oregon grade point average, and meets regularly with their scholarship advisor in the Center for Multicultural Academic Excellence (CMAE).
- Oregon Residents and Non-Residents
- Academic accomplishment, demonstrated financial need, and a record of community service
- Consideration is given to applicants who have applied for the Duck Excellence Scholarship (see above) - no separate application is required.
RJ Hoyman Scholarship
The RJ Hoyman Scholarship is a one-time award of $2,500.
- Oregon Residents and Non-Residents
- Demonstrated commitment to the LGBTQ community
- Preference for academic achievement, and first-generation college students
- Requires a separate application
Hesser Scholarship
The Myrtle Hesser Memorial Scholarship awards $3,400 per year, renewable for up to five years based on continued eligibility. Contact the Accessible Education Center for further information.
- Oregon Residents and Non-Residents
- Physical disability that significantly impacts the student’s ability to work and attend school, or that incurs significant expense
- Preference for academic achievement, and demonstrated financial need
- Separate application required