Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
280
Days
March 1 2027
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
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Erik Nielsen Scholarship

Description

The Erik Nielsen Scholarship will be awarded to support students who have been out of school for at least three years and a maximum of 20 years who have a commitment to better themselves through education. First preference will be given to GED recipients, then those with a high school diploma who have been out of school for at least three years, then for undergraduates who have been out of college for at least three years. This scholarship is not for applicants with an existing bachelor's degree. Students may apply-compete annually as this scholarship may be received for a maximum of 4 years. February 15 is the Early Bird deadline and March 1 is the final deadline for all materials to be submitted to OSAC. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion for more information.

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkBoth full-time and part-time students
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of Oregon
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying in Oregon

How to Apply

What you'll need:

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  • Checkmark Financial Need Analysis
  • Checkmark Transcript
For more info, please visit our site
Contact osac@hecc.oregon.gov
Tel: 541-687-7400 ext. 1 Address 3225 25th Street SE
Salem, OR 97302