🎓 Oregon Scholarships with May & June 2025 Deadlines: A Guide for Students
As spring unfolds, it's crucial for Oregon students to seize scholarship opportunities with upcoming deadlines. Whether you're a high school senior, current college student, or pursuing vocational training, here's a curated list of scholarships with May and June 2025 deadlines to help fund your education.
🌟 May 2025 Scholarships
1. Oregon Chafee Education and Training Grant
Amount: Up to $5,000
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Eligibility: Current or former foster care youth who have been in foster care for at least 180 days after age 14 and are not yet 26 years old. Federal Student Aid
2. Oregon Water Resources Foundation (OWRF) Scholarship
Amount: $3,000–$10,000
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Eligibility: Undergraduate students entering sophomore year or higher, and graduate students pursuing water-related studies. Home | Oregon Student Aid
3. FormsPal Scholarship Essay Contest
Amount: $800–$1,500
Deadline: May 15, 2025
Eligibility: High school seniors and undergraduate students passionate about environmental sustainability. Financial Aid & Scholarships
🌟 June 2025 Scholarships
1. Oregon Promise Grant
Deadline: June 1, 2025
Eligibility: Oregon high school graduates or GED recipients between March 1 and June 30, 2025, planning to attend an Oregon community college. Requires a minimum 2.0 GPA and submission of the FAFSA or ORSAA. Office of Student Access and Completion+2Home |
2. National Ocean Scholar Program
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 3, 2025
Eligibility: Students pursuing studies related to oceanography or marine sciences. Office of Student Access and Completion
3. Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest
Amount: Up to $15,000
Deadline: June 4, 2025
Eligibility: High school students who create prom attire using duct tape. Home | Oregon Student Aid
4. Oregon Sports Hall of Fame Scholarships
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: June 15, 2025
Eligibility: Student-athletes attending Oregon colleges with a minimum 3.3 GPA. Scholarships.com
5. Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship
Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: June 17, 2025
Eligibility: Students pursuing career or technical education programs. Oregon Goes To College
6. Delete Cyberbullying Mental Health Awareness Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Eligibility: High school students (grades 9–12) who submit a short essay on cyberbullying and mental health impacts. Oregon Goes To College
7. Korean American Scholarship Foundation – Western Regional Chapter
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Eligibility: Students of Korean heritage residing in the Western region, including Oregon. Oregon Goes To College
✅ Tips for Applicants
Apply Early: Some scholarships, like the Oregon Promise Grant, are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Complete FAFSA/ORSAA: Many scholarships require submission of the FAFSA or ORSAA. The federal FAFSA deadline is June 30, 2025, but early submission is recommended.
Review Eligibility Criteria: Ensure you meet all requirements before applying, including GPA, residency, and field of study.
Seek Recommendations Early: Request letters of recommendation well in advance of deadlines.
Proofread Applications: Carefully review your application materials for errors before submission.
For a comprehensive list of scholarships and to apply, visit the OSAC Scholarship Catalog. Additionally, explore opportunities through your intended college's financial aid office, such as Oregon State University's ScholarDollars and the University of Oregon's Scholarship Bulletin Board.
Stay proactive and best of luck in securing funding for your educational journey!