Western Oregon University Scholarships:

Western Oregon University Scholarships

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Naman Arora

Study Abroad Course Specialist | Updated 3+ months ago

International students planning to study at Western Oregon University are eligible to apply for various scholarships, merit based awards and assistantships to fund their education. The Western Oregon University scholarships are only offered to undergraduate students whether they are newly admitted, transfer students or current students. Graduate applicants may rather apply for departmental graduate assistantships with varying stipend and eligibility requirements. To be eligible for Western Oregon University scholarships at undergraduate level, applicants must have a minimum 3.0 to 3.5 GPA (85-90%) in high school. There are some additional requirements for each scholarship offered by Western Oregon University with varying eligibility criteria.

Merit Award Grid 

GPA

Resident

WUE

Nonresident

3.00-3.599

$1,000

$1,000

$5,000

3.60-3.749

$2,000

$2,000

$8,000

3.75-3.949

$3,000

$3,000

$10,000

3.95+

$5,000

$5,000

$12,000


Highlights

Scholarship TypeCollege-Specific, Merit-Based
Offered byInstitution
OrganizationN/A
Application DeadlineN/A
Number of ScholarshipsN/A
Amount₹1,087,440 ($12,000)
RenewabilityNo
International Student EligibleYes
Scholarship Website Linkhttps://wou.edu/finaid/scholarships/

Eligibility Criteria

Western Oregon University Scholarships: Undergraduate Requirements

Before planning to apply for undergraduate degrees at Western Oregon University, international students are encouraged to explore the scholarships and their eligibility requirements. With multiple scholarships opportunities, the eligibility requirements may vary.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  • High school transcripts
  • 3.0 - 3.5 GPA (85-90%)
  • Incoming, freshman pr current undergraduate student
  • Applications for admission or scholarship
  • Course specific requirements
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • FAFSA

Western Oregon University Undergraduate Scholarships Specific Requirements:

Scholarship Type

Who Applies

Application

Requirements

Merit Award (Freshman)

High school seniors

Automatic via admissions

GPA ? 3.0, full-time, 36 credits/year

Merit Award (Transfer)

Incoming transfers

Automatic via admissions

GPA ? 3.0, full-time, same renewal criteria

Diversity Commitment

Incoming (freshman/trans.)

Indicate in app ? supplemental email

Diversity promotion, renewal criteria

Bilingual/Diverse Teaching

Incoming (freshman)

Indicate in app ? supplemental email

Bilingual/heritage speaker, diversity

David S. Brody

Incoming (freshman/trans.)

Separate app after admission

Full-ride after other gift aid

Tuition & Fees for Free

Oregon residents (freshmen)

Separate app after admission

Meet academic & financial aid thresholds

TheDream.US

Undocumented categories

Separate app after admission

Depends on TheDream.US eligibility

General Scholarship

All students

ScholarshipUniverse via portal

Broad range; annual application

Department Scholarships

All eligible majors

AcademicWorks portal

Varies by scholarship

Western Oregon University graduate Scholarships Specific Requirements:

Scholarship Type

Who Applies

Application

Requirements

Graduate Lottery Merit

Incoming graduate students

Automatic via graduate admission app

GPA ? 3.25, admitted to degree program, register for 6+ credits, not WOU employee or tuition waiver recipient

Graduate Assistantship (GA)

Fully admitted grad students

Separate GA application after admission

Approved graduate program plan, assistant duties linked to field, full admission required

Institutional & External Awards

All graduate students (new/cont.)

ScholarshipUniverse via WOU portal

Varies by award; may require essays, FAFSA/ORSAA, or additional materials


Application Process

To avail scholarship at Western Oregon University, the applicants are advised to visit the official international scholarship website. The international scholarship page contains information about internal and external scholarships for undergraduate students. Explore the internal undergraduate scholarships by redirecting to financial aid and page. For external scholarships, check out the links mentioned in the “scholarship by program provider” section. Follow the below steps while applying for scholarships:

Internal Scholarships:

  • Visit the incoming financial aid page
  • Explore freshman and transfer scholarships along with graduate assistantships. For graduate assistantships, visit the graduate assistantships page.
  • Click on the undergraduate scholarship you wish to apply. Those applying for graduate assistantships, must click on open positions on the assistantships home0 page.
  • Review the requirements and deadlines.
  • Apply for admission or submit a separate scholarship application.

Students who wish to apply for external scholarships must visit the specific scholarship page and look for opportunities available to international students. Review the requirements, amount and deadlines. Submit the scholarship application if you meet the eligibility requirements.


Selection Process

Selection criteria for Western Oregon University scholarships for undergraduate students is mainly based on academic achievement including GPA and skills. For graduate assistantships programs, both verbal and written communication skills are required. Graduate students may also also be evaluated based on relevant experience and additional skills as required by the assistantship program.

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