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Oregon Student Access Commission

This scholarship is given to graduates (including GED recipients and home-schooled graduates) of Harney, Lake, or Malheur County high schools who are residents of Oregon and planning to major in English, Journalism, Math, Music, or Physical education at Oregon colleges. The scholarship gives preference to older, nontraditional students or students who are returning to college after a long absence.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Open to high school graduates with preference given to older, nontraditional students or students who are returning to college after a long absence
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.60
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Residence:
    Be an Oregon resident
  • School:
    Graduates (including GED recipients and home-schooled graduates) of Harney, Lake, or Malheur County high schools
  • College:
    Must attend public and non-profit college with preference for Oregon colleges
  • Major/Career:
    Must major in English, journalism, math, music, or physical education

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Personal Statement (should not exceed 1000 characters including spaces - approximately 150-170 words). 1. What are your specific educational plans and career goals and why? What inspires you to achieve them? 2. What have you done for your family or community that you care about the most and why? 3. Describe a personal accomplishment and the strengths and skills you used to achieve it. 4. Describe a significant change or experience that has occurred in your life. How did you respond and what did you learn about yourself?
  • Other Materials:
    Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

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