Scholarships and Awards

College of Arts and Sciences Scholarships 

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) awards various scholarships to both incoming students and those who are already attending the UO, including donor-supported scholarships and fellowships; inclusion scholarships to support students coming to the UO from underrepresented communities; and financial support to assist students in completing an unpaid internship, research opportunity, or service-learning experience. The minimum GPA requirement is 3.0, and both financial need and academic merit scholarships are available.

CAS Scholarships


Financial Aid Department Scholarships 

University-wide scholarships are offered centrally through the Office of Admissions or the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships. 

UO Scholarships


McNair Scholars Program 

The McNair Scholars Program (TRiO) prepares qualified juniors and seniors for graduate study leading to PhD degrees. UO McNair Scholars receive comprehensive support to earn undergraduate degrees, complete research projects in their fields of study, and apply to graduate schools. The program’s limited size provides a close-knit community while helping students gain a broad understanding of research and university culture. 

McNair Scholarships


Psychology Department Scholarships

If you wish to be considered for the scholarships below, identify your primary areas of interest within psychology in your personal statement.

Leona Tyler Scholarship

Award: $500, up to four times annually

Eligibility: Undergraduate psychology majors whose primary interests include: individuality and diversity; counseling and clinical work; human development; children’s and adult’s interests and choice patterns; or the promotion of peace.

Alice Thompson Scholarship

Award: $500, up to four times annually

Eligibility: Undergraduate psychology majors whose primary interests include cognition, brain physiology, or other physical science applications in the field of psychology.

Psychology Undergraduate Research Symposium Awards

Award: $100-$300, annually 

Eligibility: Undergraduate students presenting research supervised by Psychology Department faculty psychology at the Undergraduate Research Symposium.