Oregon Scholarships

Oregon (/ˈɔːrɪɡən/ (listen) OR-i-gən) is a state in the Pacific Northwest region on the West Coast of the United States. The Columbia River delineates much of Oregon's northern boundary along Washington state, while the Snake River delineates much of its eastern boundary along Idaho. The parallel 42° north delineates the southern boundary with California and Nevada. Oregon is one of only three states of the contiguous United States to have a coastline on the Pacific Ocean.

Oregon was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before Western traders, explorers, and settlers arrived. An autonomous government was formed in the Oregon Country in 1843 before the Oregon Territory was created in 1848. Oregon became the 33rd state on February 14, 1859. Today, at 98,000 square miles (250,000 km2), Oregon is the ninth largest and, with a population of 4 million, 27th most populous U.S. state. The capital, Salem, is the second most populous city in Oregon, with 164,549 residents. Portland, with 632,309 residents, is the most populous and ranks as the 26th most populous city in the United States. The Portland metropolitan area, which also includes the city of Vancouver, Washington, to the north, ranks the 23rd largest metro area in the nation, with a population of 2,389,228.

Oregon is one of the most geographically diverse states in the U.S., marked by volcanoes, abundant bodies of water, dense evergreen and mixed forests, as well as high deserts and semi-arid shrublands. At 11,249 feet (3,429 m), Mount Hood, a stratovolcano, is the state's highest point. Oregon's only national park, Crater Lake National Park, comprises the caldera surrounding Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the United States. The state is also home to the single largest organism in the world, Armillaria ostoyae, a fungus that runs beneath 2,200 acres (8.9 km2) of the Malheur National Forest.

Because of its diverse landscapes and waterways, Oregon's economy is largely powered by various forms of agriculture, fishing, and hydroelectric power. Oregon is also the top timber producer of the contiguous United States, and the timber industry dominated the state's economy in the 20th century. Technology is another one of Oregon's major economic forces, beginning in the 1970s with the establishment of the Silicon Forest and the expansion of Tektronix and Intel. Sportswear company Nike, Inc., headquartered in Beaverton, is the state's largest public corporation with an annual revenue of $30.6 billion.

Like its northern neighbor Washington, Oregon is one of the most socially progressive states in the country. Same-sex marriage in Oregon was recognized in 2013 before its full legalization in 2015, cannabis is legal for recreational and medicinal use in the state, and assisted suicide is also permitted by law in Oregon.

Oregon College Scholarships

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OAPA Scholarship

Oregon Association of Independent Accountants

Up to $5,500 May 15, 2025 See Details

Description

The OAPA Scholarship is available to full - time accounting students. You must reside and attend school in Oregon to be eligible for this award.

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OAPA Scholarship

Oregon Association of Independent Accountants

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Up to $5,500

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May 15, 2025
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The OAPA Scholarship is available to full - time accounting students. You must reside and attend school in Oregon to be eligible for this award.

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Clackamas Chapter Ed Wood Memorial Award

Oregon Association of Nurseries

$1,500 April 15, 2025 See Details

Description

The Clackamas Chapter Ed Wood Memorial Award is available to horticulture students in Oregon. You must demonstrate promise and commitment toward making significant future contributions to the nursery industry to be eligible for this award.

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Clackamas Chapter Ed Wood Memorial Award

Oregon Association of Nurseries

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$1,500

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April 15, 2025
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The Clackamas Chapter Ed Wood Memorial Award is available to horticulture students in Oregon. You must demonstrate promise and commitment toward making significant future contributions to the nursery industry to be eligible for this award.

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Royal Boltman Memorial Award

Oregon Association of Nurseries

$1,000 April 15, 2025 See Details

Description

The Royal Boltman Memorial Award is available to students majoring in botany or horticulture. Preference will be given to students attending Oregon schools.

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Royal Boltman Memorial Award

Oregon Association of Nurseries

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$1,000

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April 15, 2025
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The Royal Boltman Memorial Award is available to students majoring in botany or horticulture. Preference will be given to students attending Oregon schools.

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Smith Education Scholarship

Oregon Nurses Association

$1,000 May 01, 2025 See Details

Description

The Smith Education Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program in the State of Oregon. You must have a minimum 3.25 GPA to be eligible for this award. Applicants who are not yet registered nurses must be members of the Oregon affiliate of the National Student Nurses Association. ...

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Smith Education Scholarship

Oregon Nurses Association

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$1,000

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May 01, 2025
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Description

The Smith Education Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program in the State of Oregon. You must have a minimum 3.25 GPA to be eligible for this award. Applicants who are not yet registered nurses must be members of the Oregon affiliate of the National Student Nurses Association. ...

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Oregon Promise Grant

Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission

100% of tuition July 10, 2025 See Details

Description

The Oregon Promise Grant is available to high school seniors, students graduating from a homeschool program, and to students who have completed their GED. To be considered for this award, you must have been a resident of Oregon for at least one year prior to applying, enroll at a community college within Oregon, and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

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Oregon Promise Grant

Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission

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100% of tuition

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July 10, 2025
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Description

The Oregon Promise Grant is available to high school seniors, students graduating from a homeschool program, and to students who have completed their GED. To be considered for this award, you must have been a resident of Oregon for at least one year prior to applying, enroll at a community college within Oregon, and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

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Western Undergraduate Exchange Program

Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education

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Description

The Western Undergraduate Exchange Program is open to students residing in WICHE states who wish to attend a participating school outside of their state of residence. Participating states include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and...

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Western Undergraduate Exchange Program

Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education

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The Western Undergraduate Exchange Program is open to students residing in WICHE states who wish to attend a participating school outside of their state of residence. Participating states include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and...

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Intel PhD Fellowship Program

Intel Foundation

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The Intel PhD Fellowship Program is open to PhD candidates at select U.S. universities who are working in fields related to Intel's business and research interests. The one - year fellowship includes a cash award, equipment with Intel architecture, an Intel mentor, and the opportunity to conduct research or an internship at Intel.

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Intel PhD Fellowship Program

Intel Foundation

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The Intel PhD Fellowship Program is open to PhD candidates at select U.S. universities who are working in fields related to Intel's business and research interests. The one - year fellowship includes a cash award, equipment with Intel architecture, an Intel mentor, and the opportunity to conduct research or an internship at Intel.

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Pacific Northwest Tool Collectors Scholarship

Pacific Northwest Tool Collectors

Varies May 01, 2025 See Details

Description

The Pacific Northwest Tool Collectors Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in educational programs leading to employment in trades that use traditional tools. Applicants must provide evidence of a connection to Oregon or Washington State by living, training, or working there.

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Pacific Northwest Tool Collectors Scholarship

Pacific Northwest Tool Collectors

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May 01, 2025
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The Pacific Northwest Tool Collectors Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in educational programs leading to employment in trades that use traditional tools. Applicants must provide evidence of a connection to Oregon or Washington State by living, training, or working there.

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Guild of Oregon Woodworkers Scholarship

Guild of Oregon Woodworkers

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The Guild of Oregon Woodworkers Scholarship is available to members of the Guild of Oregon Woodworkers who are seeking to advance their education in woodworking, including hand work, machine work, marketing of woodworking projects, etc. Preference will be given to younger woodworkers, future professionals and women and minorities who have not...

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Guild of Oregon Woodworkers Scholarship

Guild of Oregon Woodworkers

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The Guild of Oregon Woodworkers Scholarship is available to members of the Guild of Oregon Woodworkers who are seeking to advance their education in woodworking, including hand work, machine work, marketing of woodworking projects, etc. Preference will be given to younger woodworkers, future professionals and women and minorities who have not...

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Oregon Colleges

University of Oregon

Four or more years; Public; $36,910 average out-state tuition; $11,458 average in-state tuition

Oregon State University

Four or more years; Public; $29,456 average out-state tuition; $10,065 average in-state tuition

Portland State University

Four or more years; Public; $25,746 average out-state tuition; $8,106 average in-state tuition

Portland Community College

At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $9,288 average out-state tuition; $4,428 average in-state tuition

University of Portland

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $49,424 average out-state tuition; $49,424 average in-state tuition

Western Oregon University

Four or more years; Public; $27,900 average out-state tuition; $8,460 average in-state tuition

Lewis & Clark College

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $56,970 average out-state tuition; $56,970 average in-state tuition