2024 Willamette University Scholarships

Willamette University net price is at $29,770.00 per year and will likely continue climbing like all colleges around the U.S. There are various ways to combat the steep rises in college tuition, and scholarships can be a key ingredient in reducing the overall cost of Willamette University. Willamette University awards an average of $26,000.00 to each student, which can help alleviate some of the financial burden. However, most families will need to find other sources of funding to bridge the remaining tuition gap. In addition to the annual tuition, Willamette University students can expect to pay $N/A in housing costs and $N/A in meal plan costs - if you chose to live in the surrounding area of Salem, then those costs could be even higher.

99% of full-time students receive local or institutional grants with an average award size of $27,489.00. Furthermore, 26% of students receive federal grants with an average amount of $6,096.00.

The numbers seem bleak and, truthfully, they are for most average American families. Luckily, the scholarships below are open to Willamette University students, with the goal of helping to afford a college education. Some scholarships may be specifically provided by Willamette University while others are open to Willamette University students, though not exclusive to Willamette University.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Willamette University students?

There are 59 scholarships totaling $539,600.00 available to residents. You can easily browse through all 59 scholarships below.

What types of scholarships are available for Willamette University students?

Each scholarship below may have different requirements and guidelines. While some of the Willamette University scholarships can only be used for specific purposes, many of them can be used for all types of expenses including supplies, tuition, room and board and more. Furthermore, this list can include Willamette University study abroad scholarships, Willamette University transfer scholarships, and Willamette University merit scholarships.

Are these scholarships for Willamette University study abroad?

At least a few of these scholarships below can be put toward Willamette University study abroad. If the scholarship does not specify a specific purpose or use of funds, then it is most likely eligible. You can double-check with the scholarship provider to confirm.

What scholarships are available to Willamette University transfer students?

The ScholarshipPoints and Scholarship Owl scholarships, at least, are open to Willamette University transfer students and the funds can be put toward all types of expenses. Willamette University transfer students face the same financial pressures as normal students, and scholarships providers are well-aware of the need for Willamette University transfer scholarships.

Are these Willamette University scholarships limited by major?

You’ll need to check each scholarship’s own guidelines to determine if it is restricted to a specific major. However, most scholarships in this database are open to all students - some scholarships may only be open to certain students based on geographic criteria or areas of interest but they should be clearly marked. Whether you’re a nursing student, honors student, engineering major, or studying another discipline, chances are you’ll find at least 1 scholarship for you.

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Marian Dupuy Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a graduate of a Clackamas, Multnomah, or Washington County high school who will enroll as a college junior or above in a teacher education program at a four-year public college or university in Oregon. FAFSA and minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Community Service Scholarship for Multicultural Students
Sponsor:
Carnegie Dartlet
Applicant must be from a multicultural background who will be a college freshman beginning in the fall. Application and essay about their community service involvement are required, the essay should not exceed 1,000 words. Selection based upon academic merit (as reflected in transcript, class rank, and GPA) and service to their...
Deadline:
April 1
$2,000.00
DPMA/pc Scholarship
Sponsor:
The Data Processing Management Association/Portland Chapter (DPMA/pc)
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from any high school in the Oregon or Clark County, Washington area who is looking to enroll in a major directly related to the Information Technology industry (i.e. CS, CIS) at any accredited institution in the states of Oregon or Washington. Selection is...
Deadline:
May 31
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Carnegie Dartlet $10,000 Scholarship
Sponsor:
Carnegie Dartlet
Applicant must register on CollegeXpress or have requested college information from one of our magazines (including but not limited to Private Colleges & Universities, Public Colleges & Universities, and Graduate Colleges & Universities) or one of our websites (including but not limited to collegexpress.com, privatecolleges.com, acuinfo.com, and gradcu.com). Applicant must be...
Deadline:
May 1
$10,000.00
Bob Hasson Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Collectors Association
Applicant must be a high school senior living in Oregon who is planning to attend any Oregon accredited public, private college, university or trade school as a full-time student. Essay on 'Credit in the 21st Century' is required (1,000-1,500 words).
Deadline:
March 1
$3,000.00
Ben Walker/Mikael Nickolauson Thurston High School Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a graduate of Thurston High School. FAFSA and essay required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Mertie and Harley Stevens Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a graduate of a Clackamas County accredited high school who will attend a public college or university in Oregon, or Concordia, Corban, George Fox, Lewis & Clark, Linfield, Multnomah, New Hope Christian, Northwest Christian, Pacific, Warner Pacific, or Willamette University. FAFSA and minimum 3.5 GPA required. U.S. Bank...
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Oregon Alpha Delta Kappa
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a resident of Oregon attending a four-year public or nonprofit college in Oregon and entering their senior or fifth-year of an elementary or secondary education program. FAFSA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Sehar Saleha Ahmad and Abrahim Ekramullah Zafar Foundation
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a female graduating from an Oregon high school who will major in english at a four-year public or nonprofit college in Oregon. FAFSA and minimum 3.8 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
'Why Not?' Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a graduating senior from Beaverton High School who will attend a public college or university in Oregon. FAFSA and minimum 2.5 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Edith Green Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a graduating senior from an Oregon high school who will attend a four-year public college or university in Oregon. FAFSA and minimum 3.45 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
'Better A Life' Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be a single parent between the ages of 17 and 25, who does not already have a bachelor's degree and will be attending an Oregon public or nonprofit college or university. FAFSA and 3.0 GPA required (minimum 2650 GED score, minimum 2.5 GPA for college students).
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Oregon Foundation for Blacktail Deer Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
Applicant must be enrolling in a public or nonprofit college or university in the state of Oregon and pursuing a major in biology, forestry, wildlife science or related fields. FAFSA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
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