Nonresident first-year students with exceptional admissions applications and academic records will be automatically considered for the UO Excellence Scholarship, which is awarded to a limited number of recipients.
Award Information
For Nonresidents only:
Residency | Award Amount | 4 Year Amount |
|---|---|---|
Nonresident | $20,000/year | $80,000 |
The UO Excellence Scholarship can be combined with other UO scholarships, such as Diversity Excellence and General University Scholarships, but not with the Stamps Scholarship, Summit Scholarship or the Apex Scholarship.
Recipients must enroll in the fall term of their first year and maintain enrollment in 12 UO credits per term.
Selection Criteria
A limited number of awards are available to the highest-achieving nonresident students, with selection based on the review of the admissions application and academic transcripts.
How to Apply
No separate application is required. Simply:
- Apply for admission by January 15.
- Submit all required admission applications materials to the Office of Admissions by February 15.
Scholarship Renewal
Maintain a 3.00 cumulative UO GPA and complete 12 UO credits per term (36 UO credits per year).
- UO Excellence Scholarships are renewable for up to 12 academic terms (excluding summer) within a five-year period, or 15 academic terms within a six-year period for students seeking a BLA, BIARC, or BARCH degree
- Unused terms are forfeited if you graduate early.
Award Notification
Recipients of UO Excellence Scholarship will be notified by April 1.
Complete Terms and Conditions can be found here.