Scholarship Search

• Medical Physics Majors

• Undergraduate student or Graduate student with a declared major in Accounting, who has exhibited strong academic performance while working a job to provide funds to pay tuition, and achieved major standing
• Have completed ACC 3100 (formerly ACC 310) at OU and have completed or be currently enrolled in at least one Accounting major course at OU
• Be working at least 10 hours per week while attending school
• Having served in a leadership role in OU extracurricular activities will enhance the application

• Undergraduate student with a declared major in Finance, who has exhibited strong academic performance while working a job to provide funds to pay tuition, and achieved major standing
• Have completed FIN 3220 (formerly FIN 322) at OU
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Working at least 10 hours per week while attending school
• Having served in a leadership role in OU extracurricular activities will enhance the application

• Candidates must be enrolled in a College of Arts and Sciences humanities program
• Candidates must be an undergraduate

• Anne Albertus received her Master of Arts in Teaching from OU in 1998.  She taught high school English and Speech for several years, including at Rochester Adams High School, prior to her retirement.  Ms. Albertus wants to support students pursuing a career in teaching, especially during their student teaching semester to give them an extra boost as they conclude their studies and prepare for their career.  
• Majoring in Elementary or Secondary Education
• Enrolled in Student Teaching 
• Good Academic Standing

• Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement (a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 at time of application)
• Have a clear career focus and academic persistence
• Demonstrated outstanding citizenship and leadership in interracial issues, and have contributed to interracial understanding and goodwill
• Be returning to Oakland in the fall and winter semester of the following academic year

• Minimum cumulative GPA of a 3.0
• Student must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA
• Student must have junior or senior standing

• Applicants must be undergraduate level students, enrolled at OU’s School of Business Administration who have declared a major, minor or concentration in Economics.
• Eligible students will be in good academic standing and have achieved a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Eligible students will demonstrate their ability to manage both school and work, in addition to also having participated in a leadership position, at OU or otherwise.
• To be considered for this scholarship award, eligible students will have completed 90% of course work towards achieving graduation.

• Be an undergraduate student with a minimum of 55 credit hours at the time of departure for study abroad
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Submit scholarship application along with your program proposal
• Provide two letters of recommendation from OU faculty members

• Non-traditional students whose education was interrupted by work, family, or other obligations
• Working to complete the student's first bachelor's degree
• Enrolled in at least six (6) credits or more
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Preference given to candidates nearest to completing their degree
• Consideration may include financial need

• Oakland University Undergraduate student in good standing
• GPA of at least 3.0
• The student must be entering the student teaching portion of their degree

• Must demonstrate strong community service interest and societal awareness through selection and execution of a relevant Capstone Project or direct volunteer activities and achievements as an OUWB student

• Recipient must be a current Oakland University student with Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate standing
• Student must have a major in Exercise Science
• Recipient must have at least a 2.7 G.P.A. or higher.
• They must be a OU Cross Country or Track student here in Athletics
• Recipient must complete an application including three essays (300-word max each).
• Each essay should focus on answering the following three topics.  
  • What has been one of your greatest achievements at OU? 
  • Do you consider yourself a leader on campus? Why or why not?
  • What do you hope to do with your Exercise Science degree?

• Undergraduate students enrolled full time pursuing a Basic BSN degree
• Minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA or higher in pre-nursing courses for students applying prior to the first semester of the BSN program or a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA or higher in completed School of Nursing courses for students applying in semesters two through six of the BSN program
• Preference given to applicants demonstrating academic merit

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the Basic BSN, ASD or RN/BSN Programs
• Demonstrates financial need as determined by FAFSA reporting.

• Undergraduate student majoring in Elementary or Secondary Education
• Student will be student teaching in the next academic year (semester/s award will be applied)
• Minimum GPA of a 2.8
• Student must have 91 credits completed (senior standing) when scholarship is awarded

• First Generation Undergraduate
• Majoring in Accounting or Finance
• GPA 2.5-3.5
• Essay detailing significance of being first-generation student

• Undergraduate students enrolled full time (12 credits or more) in the Basic BSN program
• Applicants must have completed one semester in the program and have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher for courses in the program
• Preference will be given to students desiring to pursue a career in oncology nursing, submit a statement no longer than one page explaining why they are planning to focus on oncology nursing.(500 w/max)

• Undergraduate students enrolled in Human Resource Development program
• Experienced an interruption of studies or a minimum of a two year delay 
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Preference will be given to students with financial need

• Full-time undergraduate
• Demonstrated financial need
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Undergraduate students enrolled in The Honors College
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Demonstrates completion of all Honors College program requirements by March 1st deadline
• Demonstrate Financial Need

• Full-time incoming freshmen students in The Honors College
• Confirmation of admittance to The Honors College by ATTENDING AN HC INFO SESSION BY MARCH 1ST
• Demonstrate Financial Need

• Be in "Good Standing" in The Honors College and have at least a 3.5 GPA
• Have achieved Junior Standing
• Be committed to continuing studies in the Sciences
• Preference given to students who demonstrate Financial Need

• First-generation undergraduate student enrolled in the School of Business Administration with some interest in accounting
• Students must be enrolled in a least one accounting course
• Must demonstrate combination of outstanding academic performance and extracurricular activities, such as involvement in a student organization
• GPA of 3.4 or higher
• Must submit a 300-word max essay detailing significance of being a first-generation student

• Incoming freshmen student who has not previously been enrolled at another college or university
• First generation student
• Demonstrated financial need
• Resident of Oakland, Macomb, or Wayne County

• Undergraduate student who shows outstanding promise performing in the Meadow Brook Estate

• Must have graduated from a public high school located in Detroit, Flint, Oak Park, or Pontiac, MI
• Freshman who has selected business or economics as their preferred program of study on the admissions application
• Preference will be given to students who demonstrate the greatest financial need

• Engineering student

• Full time undergraduates enrolled in Instrumental Performance
• Preference given to double reed majors
• Must submit letter of reference to SMTD.  

• Incoming undergraduate studying some form of Asian studies

• Admitted to major standing for the Bachelor of Arts in Dance, the Bachelor of Music in Music Education, or the Master of Music Education
• Academic performance, faculty recommendation, and service to the Oakland University and/or larger community will be considered
• Must be seeking to fund a quality experience/opportunity/project important to the student's future development; Consideration will be given for availability of matching or supplemental funding
• Preference will be given to students planning careers in teaching at any level, especially to students whose career goals concentrate on introducing, guiding or teaching others to enjoy or understand the music or dance of a non-Western culture through participation in multicultural arts experience
• If eligible applicants are equally meritorious in all the above criteria, preference will be given to undergraduate students over graduate students

• Students must be admitted to a major standing in any undergraduate program in the Political Science Department, or to a Secondary Education program with a declared major or minor in Political Science
• Based on the student’s academic performance, faculty recommendations and service to the University and the larger community as well as the quality of the experience/opportunity/project for which the student is seeking support and its importance to the student’s future development
• Preference will be given to students planning careers in teaching at any level
• The Betty and Shelly Appleton Critical Difference Endowed Fund for political science was established to provide awards to undergraduate students in the Department of Political Science to support their participation in significant educational or career development activities; and provide funds to the department to make awards for books or other educational materials for any Political Science class for students who are unable to afford those books or materials. 
  
   

• Undergraduate students with junior class standing in the Basic BSN program
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Have a strong clinical performance
• Involved in student and community activities
• Recommended by two School of Nursing faculty

• Candidates must be junior or senior majoring in one of the Department’s theatre programs
• Candidates must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0
• Students may only receive one award in each academic year but are otherwise eligible to apply for awards in subsequent academic years

• First-year graduate student studying in one of the degree programs focused on special education, or an undergraduate student with a preference of special education after taking the undegraduate course in special education
• GPA of 3.5 or higher
• An essay of 500 words or less on a particular topic such as career goals or the importance of service to the special education population

• Seniors students in mathematical sciences.  

• Must be enrolled in the School of Engineering and Computer Science.
  • 1) 4th, or 5th year senior with a declared major in electrical engineering.
  • 2) Demonstrated financial need as determined by the office of Student Financial Services.
  • 3) Michigan resident
  • 4) Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Undergraduate students admitted to major standing in the School of Business Administration
• Minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA
• Submit one page essay describing how receipt of an Award will assist them, either directly or indirectly, in successfully completing their studies and obtaining their undergraduate degree
• Letters of reference will be considered

• Undergraduate student with a declared major in accounting
• Completed at least two accounting courses beyond ACC 2100 (formerly ACC 210)
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in accounting courses beyond ACC 2100
• Attending the accounting banquet held annually

• ​Candidates must be a journalism major 
• Candidates is employed at least 20 hours a week or works for the student newspaper in a staff writer or editor capacity
• Candidates must plan to work as a reporter in a newspaper upon graduation 
• Candidates must meet minimum academic achievement as required by university standards
• The Bunting & Briggs Freedom of the Press Scholarship award is in honor of Marion. S Ohlsson and David James Briggs, parents of Robert L. Bunting and Jane L. Briggs-Bunting. This scholarship is presented at junior year to a Journalism major.   This award is for a student majoring in journalism at Oakland University and currently working on a student newspaper; the person plans to work as a reporter in a newspaper upon graduation; and the person is employed at least 20 hours a week or works for the student newspaper in a staff writer or editor capacity.
   

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the School of Nursing, Basic BSN, ASD or RN/BSN programs
• Sophmore standing or above
• Earning a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Essay required (500 word) detailing interest in pediatric nursing

• Caleb Ethan Lee was a bright and charitable teenager whose passion extended to children in need in developing nations.  This scholarship is awarded to students who have been accepted into the OU Emerging Leaders Program, the university's premiere leadership certificate program designed for motivated first and second year student committed to enhancing their leadership development and focus on service and improving the local community
• Applicants must submit essay describing how they demonstrated perseverance through a difficult time
• Preference given to first generation college students

• Undergraduate student enrolled in the Basic BSN program
• Completed at least two semesters in the program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in the academic program
• Preference given to students with the highest cumulative Oakland University GPA

• Applicants must be commuter students not living in Oakland University housing
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrated leadership roles in at least one of the following: campus activities, employment, or community involvement
• Preference given to students who live in Orion, MI and/or Oxford, MI
• Preference given to applicants who are gainfully employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week or employed and participating in community service activities for a minimum of 30 hours per week
• Preference given to students who are registered for 16 credit hours and in good standing with Oakland University

• Be a student in the School of Health Sciences in any Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences program
• Junior or Senior in class standing
• Involved with a professional society or student organization within the School of Health Sciences
• Demonstrated a commitment to their chosen career in the health care field
• Established by Dr. Joanne Lynne Williams, professor emerita, from the School of Health Sciences to honor the memory and legacy of her colleague, Dr. Carl R. Vann. This scholarship is awarded annually to provide financial support for students pursuing a career field in the areas of clinical diagnostics sciences.

• Attained at least sophomore standing by completing a minimum of 28 credits at Oakland University
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Intended to major or minor in a foreign language
• Student must be nominated and selection committee must receive statements from two persons giving evidence of good citizenship and from two persons giving evidence of academic excellence
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a language class beyond the third semester

• Undergraduate students enrolled full time or part time in the Basic BSN program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in required pre-nursing courses if being considered prior to their first semester in the Bachelor of Nursing program or if they are applying in semesters two through six of the Bachelor of Nursing program
• Preference given to eligible students who demonstrate financial need

• Demonstrated financial need determined by submitting FAFSA
• Non traditional student at least four years removed from graduating high school
• Undergraduate with declared major at OU
• Michigan ResidentRequirements
• Additional consideration given to Military Veterans
•  Enroll at least Half -Time

• Undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences whose major is within the Department of English
• Preference will be given to a student with a demonstrated interest in poetry
• The Carol Carpenter Memorial Endowed Writing Scholarship for the Department of English was created to honor the donor’s wife, Carol Carpenter.  Carol was an educator through and through, having taught students of many ages, from high school to the collegiate level.  Throughout her life, Carol wrote extensively, becoming an award-winning poet and short story writer.  Carol had over two hundred publications to her name and received numerous awards for her brilliant writing.  One of Carol’s fondest memories was teaching at Oakland University.  The Donor is especially interested in supporting future students’ writing careers by establishing a scholarship in honor of Carol’s commitment to writing.

• Candidates must be an undergraduate student in the College of Arts and Sciences whose major is within the Department of Communication and Journalism
• One award may be made to a student in the Department of Communication and Journalism
• When selecting a candidate whose major is within the Department of Communication & Journalism, preference will be given to journalism majors
• The Carol Carpenter Memorial Endowed Writing Scholarship for Communications & Journalism was created to honor the donor’s wife, Carol Carpenter.  Carol was an educator through and through, having taught students of many ages, from high school to the collegiate level.  Throughout her life, Carol wrote extensively, becoming an award-winning poet and short story writer.  Carol had over two hundred publications to her name and received numerous awards for her brilliant writing.  One of Carol’s fondest memories was teaching at Oakland University.  The Donor is especially interested in supporting future students’ writing careers by establishing a scholarship in honor of Carol’s commitment to writing. 

• Undergraduate student majoring in education
• Minimum cumulative GPA required for the educaiton program

• The Carol Kirken Endowed Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students was established in memory of Carol Kirken. Carol deeply held to her belief in providing her children and herself with educational opportunities for achieving success in their chosen career paths. This scholarship continues her belief and passes along this opportunity for success
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at OU, maintaining an overall GPA of at least 2.5, provide an unofficial transcript of grades and resume
• Must be a non-traditional student whose education was delayed or interrupted by work, family or other obligations
• Be employed at the time of the award
• Have minor children by birth or adoption
• Must be married or head-of-household (male or female) as defined by the IRS tax code
• Scholarship is open to full and part-time students
• Scholarship may be concurrent with other scholarship awards (may affect financial aid package)
• There is no residency requirement
• Must submit a letter explaining how this scholarship would make a critical difference in the academic year
• Must obtain one written recommendation from a former instructor, faculty member, dean or employer
• Recipients of this scholarship may reapply for consideration in succeeding years

• Resident of Macomb County, Michigan seeking admission as a full time student at Oakland University
• High school GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Demonstrate financial need
• Student must be enrolled in a course of study leading to a degree from Oakland University
• Preference given to students who come from farm families

• Undergraduate or graduate students in good standing with a declared major in one of the programs in the School of Business Administration
• Participating in a university approved study abroad or international internship program

• Must have completed at least 12 OU credits
• Demonstrate financial need
• Actively engaged in Chaldean Student Association, Chaldean Pre-Professional Society, or other similar organization

• Candidates must be enrolled in the M.A. program in the Department of English and have completed 8 credits in the program
• Candidates must have a minimum overall grade point average of 3.5
• Candidates must demonstrate financial need as confirmed by the Financial Aid Office and indicate need in their application 
• Preference will be given to students who demonstrate community service
• To be considered for this scholarship, please contact the Department of English for details on how to apply

• Undergraduate student in the School of Business Administration with good academic standing
• Earned GPA of 2.7 to 3.2
• Must have earned at least 80 university credit hours

• Physical Therapy Major
• Documented membership in American Physical Therapy Association

• Undergraduate student majoring in Engineering
• Preference given to students pursuing degrees in mechanical engineering
• Enrolled full time
• Awards made based on merit and achievement

• Employee, child or grandchild of an employee of a Chrysler-Plymouth Dealers Association of Greater Detroit Member
• Freshman, current student, or transfer student
• Based on academic performance but may consider financial need

• Microbiology majors
• Must express interest in Teaching Assistantship 

• Be a Michigan resident for a period of at least one year prior to application
• Have a declared major in engineering
• Enroll in a minimum of 8 credit hours at the University if attending during fall or winter semester
• Be enrolled at least half-time enrollment if attending during the spring/summer semester
• Accrue no less than 16 credit hours per academic school year
• Provide evidence of working at least 20 hours per week
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.85
• Be actively engaged in the University’s chapters of the Society of Women Engineers, Women in Computing and/or National Society of Black Engineers or, if any of those chapters no longer exists, a successor or similar student organization with a similar purpose whose membership is also free and open to all University students and faculty; provided, however, that a student must provide at least one letter of recommendation written by an executive board member, staff member or faculty leader from the applicable chapter in order to qualify under this criterion.
• Additional consideration may be given to students who: (1) have put their education on hold at some point, but have now returned to finish their engineering degree; (2) have medical expenses in excess of 21% of Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) that are not covered by insurance. (3) have graduated from one of the public school districts in the following metropolitan areas: Detroit, Pontiac, Flint, Saginaw or Benton Harbor.

• In a School of Health Sciences in any Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences program
• An undergraduate or master’s degree student
• Involved with a professional society or student organization within the School of Health Sciences
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater

• Admitted to Oakland University and establish financial need
• Preference given to students whose parents did not graduate from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree

• Demonstration of LGBT+ promotion and awareness
• Leadership involvement on Oakland University's campus
• Minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA
• At least junior class standing
• Essay submission discussion how the applicant's leadership roles have positively impacted the Oakland University student body

• New undergraduate student at freshman or sophomore level as of fall 2021
• Enrolled at least half-time (6-8 credit minimum)
• Commuter student living off campus
• Pursuing major offered by the School of Business Administration, the School of Education and Human Services, or the College of Arts and Sciences
• Achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 for earned college credits, or a minimum GPA of 3.0 from high school
• Working toward your first baccalaureate degree
• Demonstrates financial need (as indicated by completing the FAFSA)

• Incoming freshman student

• Be enrolled as an undergraduate student in the University’s School of Business Administration with good academic standing
• Have earned a University GPA of 2.8 or above
• Have earned a minimum of 92 credit hours.

• Undergraduate students enrolled in Basic BSN program; attained sophomore, junior, or senior class standing
• Demonstrate successful work experience in the Nursing profession or otherwise demonstrate a bona fide intent to engage in the Nursing profession
• Demonstrate active community leadership skills
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit an essay describing current career interests and possible future professional goals (500 w/max)
• Submit written recommendation from an Oakland University faculty member

• Intention to pursue an undergraduate degree in Occupational Safety and Health
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Enrolled full time
• Demonstrate financial need

• Undergraduates majoring in Dance
• Preference given to junior or senior students.  

• Major in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism
• Undergraduate student at the University
• Demonstrated volunteer service with a non-profit organization(s)

• Undergraduate students admitted to a Bachelor of Music professional degree program
• Preference given in the following hierarchy: 1)Jazz majors, 2) Jazz minors, 3) students participating in one of Oakland University jazz programs

• Undergraduate students enrolled in Environmental Health and Safety program
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Active membership in student chapter of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)

• Full-time current undergraduate students in the Honors College
• Minimum GPA of 3.7
• Demonstrate financial need

• Full-time incoming freshmen students in the Honors College
• Minimum GPA of 3.8 
• Confirmation of admittance to the Honors College by ATTENDING AN HC INFO SESSION by March 1st
• Demonstrate financial need

• Must have been admitted to Honors College through the APPLICATION PROCESS with (minimum 3.6 GPA) and have attended an HC Info session by March 1st
• Full-time incoming undergraduate students in the Honors College
• Must demonstrate academic promise
• Demonstrate financial need

• Computer Science Majors
• Receiving Full Pell Grant

• Undergraduate students enrolled in Basic BSN or RN/BSN program
• Eligible to receive need based aid as established by Oakland University
• Enrolled in eight credits or more

• students studying history or a social science, with a preference for history;
• preference for students who completed their high school education in one of the following districts:                   Detroit, Southfield, Pontiac, or Flint Michigan; or the state of Tennessee
• Scholarship is Eligible for Renewal

• Students in good academic standing
• Need funding for the last one or two classes prior to graduation
• Are otherwise not eligible for financial aid
• Do not have a past due balance

• Undergraduate or graduate declared Accounting major and achieved major standing
• Has exhibited an outstanding combination of academic performance and extracurricular activities
• Currently enrolled in at least one Accounting or Finance major course at OU

• The Dennis and Carlotta Pawley Endowed Undergraduate Student Lean Award honors those who demonstrate their knowledge of interdisciplinary principles and concepts underlying Lean thinking and leadership through the use of Lean skills in course work, including class projects, internships, independent studies or presentations, either in class or in a work environment. 
• Be an undergraduate student enrolled at least part time at Oakland University
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Submit along with the application form one of the following lean-related materials: paper(s), individual or group project(s), presentation(s) or other material(s) developed by the applicant
• If no such project exists, submit an essay of no less than 500 words detailing how your work relates to the development and practice of lean principles and practices and/or submit a paper demonstrating the intent to study lean and lean principles. Include the coursework that will support lean knowledge content and the career opportunities that support the lean skillset.
• May submit recommendations from faculty. While recommendations are encouraged, they are not required to receive this award
• For more information regarding undergraduate and graduate scholarship opportunities, please contact the Pawley Lean Institute at (248) 370-4542 or lean@oakland.edu

• Honors the continued study by graduate students of Lean knowledge, research and practices. 
• Be currently enrolled at least part time as an Oakland University graduate student
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.5
• Submit along with the application a paper suitable for publication describing the applicant’s research project or applied research project
• And/or submit a paper embracing the theory and application of lean principles. The paper must include documentation of significant improvements in efficiency, profitability and lean business practices demonstrated through the student’s academic work, including coursework, internships or assistantships, research, presentations or dissertations
• And/or submit a paper demonstrating the intent to study lean and lean principles. Include the coursework that will support lean knowledge content and the career opportunities that support the lean skillset
• For more information regarding undergraduate and graduate scholarship opportunities, please contact the Pawley Lean Institute at (248) 370-4542 or lean@oakland.edu

• Minimum overall GPA 2.5
• Declared OU undergraduate major in political science, public administration, or international relations majors
• A minimum of 12 department credits (or equivalent transfer courses from other colleges or universities)
• Strong writing skills as demonstrated by a writing sample
• Evidence of campus and/or community leadership and engagement
• Must be attending OU during the fall semester

• Students must have a declared major in political science, public administration, or international relations
• Minimum of 12 credits of political science or equivalent transfer courses
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA, and a minimum 3.3 GPA in the major
• Students must return to OU for the following fall semester

• Undergraduate student with declared major in accounting and has achieved major standing
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Self-supporting student who is actively working while attending school
• Demonstrates financial need

• Enrolled in School of Nursing 
• Good Academic Standing
• Undergraduate or Graduate student
• Demonstrated financial need

• Enrolled full-time in the School of Business Administration
• Major standing in MIS
• Minimum GPA of 2.6
• Junior standing (56 credit hours) in the School of Business Administration and taken 24 credit hours at OU
• Letter of recommendation from a faculty member in the School of Business Administration
• Written statement that addresses why the applicant is deserving of the Grieves scholarship (including academic achievement, community/civic involvement, special awards and honors, etc.)
• Demonstrated financial need

• Undergraduate students majoring on Elementary Education
• Minimum GPA of 2.8
• Must be enrolled in student teaching

• An undergraduate student fully admitted to, and attending, the University's BSN program

• Undergraduate student with declared major in accounting and has achieved major standing
• Have applied to the MAcc program
• Have completed at least two accounting courses beyond ACC 2100 (formerly ACC 210) at OU
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and minimum GPA of 3.3 in accounting courses beyond ACC 2100 taken at OU
• Having served in a leadership role in OU extracurricular activities will enhance the application

• Oakland University undergraduate accounting students entering the Oakland University Master's in Accounting program
• Demonstrate outstanding leadership and support of an Oakland University accounting student professional organization (OASIS, NABA, or Beta Alpha Psi)
• Consideration may be given to GPA

• Undergraduate student with a major in Accounting
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.5
• Preference will be given to sophomore and junior level students who have not already accepted a full-time position of employment

• Physical Therapy Major
• Documented membership in American Physical Therapy Association

• The Doman Family Lean Scholarship is given to an undergraduate student that has successfully completed a Lean coursework in either HRD or POM curriculum. It will also honor students who demonstrate their knowledge of interdisciplinary principles and concepts of lean thinking and leadership through the use of lean skills in course work, including class projects, internships, independent studies, or presentations either in the class or in a work environment.

• Currently enrolled with a foreign language major
• Will return to Oakland University for at least two full semesters
• Demonstrates proficiency in listening comprehension and speaking proficiency equivalent to two years of study
• Will enroll in an overseas language program of at least four weeks in another country
• Demonstrates financial need
• Will share their foreign study experiences with other students
• The Don R. Iodice Grant-in-Aid for Foreign Study was established by Professor Iodice and at the time of his retirement alumni, friends, family and the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures continued to support this award.   Preference will be given to those who have not previously studied abroad. Please provide the following details regarding your planned study abroad program.  
  1) The foreign language you are studying, 
  2) List the language courses completed, 
  3) The proposed University and Country of Program, 
  4) Dates of the program, 
  5) A brief detail of proposed expenses
  6) Have you previously participated in a study abroad program?  
   

• Be admitted as a freshman or new transfer student to the University, regardless of major
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 at their high or prior institution
• Have graduated from a high school located in Wayne, Oakland or Macomb county
• Meet the financial need criteria established by the Office of Financial Aid, with a preference given to those applicants who do not qualify for federal financial aid programs.

• Undergraduate students with junior or senior class standing
• Majoring in Communication
• Consideration will be given for GPA and career goals
• Consideration may be given for participation in the forensic team or staff of WXOU
• The Donald C. Hildum Endowed Scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Don Hildum, a founding member and former chair of the Department of Communications and Journalism.  Dr. Hildum and his wife, Priscilla Hildum, a longtime Oakland University administrator, started a scholarship for communication majors.  After Dr. Hildum passed, Oakland University faculty, administrators, alumni, friends and family came together to continue this support.  The scholarship is seen as a tribute to Dr. Hildum’s bright life and work on behalf of the program and university, and the promise of communication students to contribute to our society in responsible and humane ways.

• Undergraduate students enrolled with the Honors College
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Achieved sophomore, junior, or senior class standing at the time of application
• Communicate with the donors about the impact of the experience
• Preference given to students who exhibit leadership and involvement in the Honors College
• The Honors College Scholarship Committee will consider the educational value of the travel
• Please contact The Honors College for information on how to apply

• Undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Biology
• Minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA from high school for incoming freshmen and continuing minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA once enrolled at OU
• Demonstrate financial need
• The Donna Zobel Endowed Scholarship in Biology. Donna Zobel is an alumna of the University whose life was greatly enriched by her studies, her research experiences and the faculty with whom she interacted.  Along with her husband, she is especially interested in supporting scholarships for undergraduate students with financial need who are pursuing a degree in Biology to assist them with their tuition, books, and other costs of attendance. 

• The Doris J. Dressler Scholarship was established to provide support to a hardworking student in junior year or beyond during the academic year in which the student receives the scholarship, demonstrating definite academic promise, financial need. 
• Preference given to undergraduate student majoring in English, but if no suitable candidate is found, the award must go to a student in another College of Arts and Sciences humanities major.  

• Awarded to new incoming students
• Graduates of Detroit high schools or residents of the city of Detroit
• Minimum high school GPA of 3.0
• Consideration will be given to national test scores, student activities, community service activities, and an assessment of the candidate's potential to contribute to the quality of academic and student life at OU

• Students enrolled in the School of Nursing

• Douglas W. Templeton, Ph.D. earned three engineering degrees from Oakland University and was an electronics engineer and Senior Technical Expert with the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive Research, Development, and Engineering Center.  He is especially interested in supporting scholarships for students who have an interest in experimental mechanics.  
• Must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Bioengineering
• Must have junior or senior class standing
• Must demonstrate interest in pursuing the field of experimental mechanics while on campus.  

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the Basic BN program
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrate financial need
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating academic merit

• Recipient must be Oakland University graduate student enrolled in the MPA program, in good standing.  
• Recipient must have at least a 3.0 G.P.A. or higher.
• Recipient must complete an application including an essay (500-word max).
• The essay should highlight the student’s desired outcomes and goals upon completing the MPA program.
• The Dr. Jeremy R. Agler MPA Leadership Scholarship is intended to (1) Provide an opportunity for a student that is committed to making a difference through their education through the MPA program.  2) To support an OU community that has had an impact on the donor’s approach to making a difference.

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the Basic BSN, ASD or RN/BSN Program or Masters of Science in Nursing
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Brief statement required (500 max) explaining how they are interested in complimentary integrative holistic care

• Undergraduate Students who have successfully completed at least 12 Oakland University credits
• Demonstrate financial need
• Preference will be given to first generation college students

• Undergraduate students who have successfully completed at least 12 credits
• Demonstrate financial need

• Undergraduate student entering junior or senior year of study in the Department of Biological Sciences
• Based on merit
• The Dr. Nasir Haque Scholarship, was established to honor and recognize Dr. Nasir Haque, a pediatric endocrinologist, who practices in Waterford Michigan.  The Donor is especially interested in supporting undergraduate students who will be entering their junior or senior year of study in, and who have majored and excelled in, the biological sciences.  

• Undergraduate or graduate student in good standing enrolled at the University
• Demonstrates financial need as determined by the University’s Financial Aid Office
• A preference will be given to students majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) related field and/or a health and healthcare related field, and to students who have graduated from one of the following public-school districts: Detroit, Pontiac, Flint, Saginaw, Benton Harbor, or Battle Creek.

• Be an undergraduate student at the University pursuing a major and/or a minor in Chinese Language 
• Have an overall grade point average of at least 3.0
• Have a GPA of at least 3.5 in Chinese Language courses taken at the University
• Have completed or are completing their second semester of Chinese Language courses at the University
• Be enrolled in a Chinese Language course at the University, or be participating in a University approved study abroad program in a Chinese-speaking country or region during the semester in which the award is made 
• The Dreamweaver Chinese Language Scholarship was established because the donors believe in the importance and value of interdisciplinary education for students to become global citizens and want to support undergraduate students who have determined to pursue an interdisciplinary degree with a major or minor in Chinese language.  The donors are especially interested in supporting students who have studied Chinese language and possess a passion for and long-term commitment to the study of the Chinese language and culture. 

• Students must be in good standing in the OUWB School of Medicine to be eligible.  

• Must be an Economics (BS or BA), Business Economics or Actuarial Sciences of Business. For an applicant who is an Actuarial Science major, applicant must be receiving an economics minor.
• Must be in good academic standing, having achieved a 3.3 minimum GPA and junior class standing.

• Applicants shall have demonstrated exemplary service to some aspect of the Oakland University community; Membership in the Economic Student Association (ESA), Women’s Economic Student Organization (WESO), and/or the Society of Actuarial Sciences (SAS) is recommended, but not required.

• Undergraduate student enrolled in the Elementary Education program
• Minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.8
• A single head-of-household, as defined by IRS Tax Code or a married head-of-household, as defined by the IRS Tax Code
• Have minor children by birth or adoption
• Submit a written essay of 500-750 words describing how the applicant’s past experiences have shaped their personal and professional goals and why they have chosen the teaching profession.
• Preference given to students who have junior or senior standing

• Undergraduate students enrolled in Bachelor of Science Health Sciences, Applied Health Sciences, Wellness, or Health Promotion and Injury Prevention degree programs
• Attained sophomore class standing or higher
• Demonstrate financial need
• The Edward Kuhn Memorial Scholarship is granted to an upper division undergraduate student in the Wellness and Health Promotion (WHP) or Health Sciences (HS) Programs. This scholarship is named in honor of Edward Kuhn, a health enthusiast and long-time member of the Meadow Brook Health Institute at Oakland University. The scholarship is awarded to WHP or HS students who demonstrate academic promise, have contributed to university and community life and who demonstrate financial need.

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a graduate degree in Safety Management
• Enrolled in two or more classes in the awarded semester
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Senior students who are selected based on their contributions as scholars, leaders and responsible citizens of the institution.

• Non-traditional students who are older than the average age for students at their level and who are returning to the classroom after a period of time during which their formal education was interrupted for work, family obligations, or other reasons
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrate financial need

• Enrolled in School of Nursing
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership on campus at Oakland University or community

• Undergraduate student involved with the Golden Grizzlies Band
• Preference given to students who demonstrate financial need

• Undergraduate student enrolled in the School of Business Administration with a declared major in accounting
• Student has exhibited a combination of outstanding academic performance and extra curricular activities, such as participation in a student organization
• GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Undergraduate students who have returned to school after a long absence
• Demonstrate an enthusiastic love of learning
• Satisfactory academic performance, enrollment in at least one course during the next academic year
• Nomination by a faculty member from the Department of English
• Preference given to English majors but the recipient can also be a major from another humanities department within the College of Arts and Sciences

• Undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences
• Progressing regularly toward degree
• Within two semesters of graduating
• Must be in good academic standing
• Exhausted all other forms of tuition funding with the exception of student loans
• Willing to sign a gift intention letter prepared by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
• Students must be referred by a faculty member
• Please email cas@oakland.edu to request an application

• Fund will support students pursuing a graduate certificate in Play Therapy, preparing them to be Registered Play Therapists (RPT) or a School Based-Registered Play Therapist (SB-RPT).  

• Demonstrate Financial Need by submitting FAFSA

• Residents of the State of Michigan, with preference given to students born in the State of Michigan

• Must file a current year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Have financial need
• Have been in Michigan Foster care on or after their 13th birthday
• Be enrolled at least half full time
• Have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent
• Be a Michigan resident since July 1 of previous calendar year
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Not be incarcerated
• Be an undergraduate student
• Not be in default on any Federal or State student loan
• For renewal, meet the financial aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy

There are two ways to complete the application:

1. Online by creating a MiSSG Student Portal Account at Michigan.gov/MISSG, or 

2. Over the phone by contacting the Customer Care Center at 1-888-447-2687.

• Major standing in the School of Business Administration
• Junior standing with two or more full-time semesters remaining in first academic degree program
• Enrolled full time
• Minimum 3.4 GPA in major field of study and a cumulative 3.4 GPA at OU
• Consideration given for extracurricular and community activities; candidates must submit a list of activities, organizations, community service projects, honors societies, etc., involved with at OU
• Letter of recommendation from a faculty member in the School of Business Administration

• Student must be admitted to the School of Business Administration
• Students must be participating in a University study abroad program

• Only individual work is eligible. Group papers or projects will not be considered.
• Only one submission per student.
• Students must be currently enrolled at Oakland University at the time the award is presented.
• The paper or project must have been completed for courses taken in the Winter, Summer, or Fall semesters.
• Papers or projects must include a bibliography, list of works cited, footnotes or other bibliographic system according to recognized style guides.
• Most Honors theses are not eligible because papers must have been completed during the previous calendar year and students must be currently enrolled at the time of the award.

• Award recipients must be studying environmental health and safety at the University
• Be an undergraduate or graduate student at the University
• Enrolled in two or more classes during the awarded semester
• Provide an explanation of the need for this scholarship and how it will help his or her EHS career aspirations
• Have a cumulative University GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Established by generosity of Dr. Darryl Hill, professor in the School of Health Sciences, and many other donors to honor the memory and legacy of their colleague, Frank M. Cleary who taught in the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) program at Oakland University. This scholarship is awarded annually to provide financial support for students pursuing a career field in EHS.

• Majors in Slavic Studies, Political Science, Sociology, History, or a pre-professional program in Medicine, Dentistry, or Optometry
• Demonstrate financial need
• Must demonstrate a committed interest in the study of Slavic life, culture, or history and have been enrolled in at least one course in Slavic Studies.  

• Majors in Slavic Studies, Political Science, Sociology, History, or a pre-professional program in Medicine, Dentistry, or Optometry
• Demonstrate financial need
• Must demonstrate a committed interest in the study of Slavic life, culture, or history and have been enrolled in at least one course in Slavic Studies.  

• Eligible to graduate students enrolled in the counseling program with a primary interest in substance-abuse counseling, education, or treatment.
• Minimum cummulative GPA of 3.0 required.  
• Financial need may be considered.  

• Eligible to undergraduates majoring in Elementary or Secondary Education
• Must be in good academic standing

• Have a declared major (BS or BA) in Economics, Business Economics, Actuarial Sciences or Business Actuarial Sciences, with a minor in economics if majoring in actuarial sciences
• Accumulated or transferred enough credits to achieve junior class standing
• At minimum, 30 credits remaining to complete a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics or actuarial sciences
• Full-time enrollment
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum 3.3 in economics courses
• Applicants must be a member in good standing of the Oakland University’s Women’s Economic Society or the Society of Actuarial Science and provide supporting evidence of membership

• Declared major in Industrial & Systems Engineering
• Minimum GPA 3.5
• Complete Career Aspiration Essay

• Pre-business, undecided business, or School of Business Administration students
• Active in a variety of Oakland University activities
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Preference given to students with sophomore standing, but if none are qualified, may be given to a student with junior or senior standing
• Written statement that addresses how university activities outside of class have enhanced the student's college experience, along with a list of university activities with positions held and time period involved

• Eligible to Music Theatre, & Dance Students

• An incoming freshman at the University who has graduated from a traditional public high school (charter schools are excluded) in Pontiac, Michigan
• Have demonstrated financial need as determined by the University

• Major standing in the Department of Biological Sciences with an interest in vertebrates or insects
• Recipient has identified a research project in vertebrates or insects
• Sophomore class standing or higher
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated career aspirations in ecology, evolutionary or behavior biology, or who aspire to become teachers – especially biology teachers in junior or senior high school.  
• The George and Teresa Gamboa Behavior and Ecology Student Research Endowment is to support an annual a spring/summer research stipend, made by the University to an undergraduate or graduate student in the University's Department of Biological Sciences who is pursuing studies in evolutionary biology, ecology or behavior biology, to be used for tuition, books, living expenses and/or research expenses. 

• Undergraduate student who graduated from one of the public high schools located in Utica or Sterling Heights, Michigan
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA

• Candidates must be an undergraduate student at the University
• Candidates must have a major that is within the Department of Political Science with a preference for International Relations majors
• Candidates must intern in Washington DC, study abroad, or conduct field research domestically or abroad
• The George C. Balch Memorial Scholarship for Study Abroad and Study Away was established with the intent of helping students to better understand their global milieu.  Nihal Goonewardene attended Oakland University as a political science major with a passion for International Relations.  He was also employed concurrently by the University’s Athletic Department as Judo Coach from 1968-1972.  He later earned two graduate degrees in International Relations from The Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy at Tufts University.   The Donors wish to honor the memory of George C. Balch, who introduced Nihal in 1968 to Hollie Lepley, the University’s Athletic Director, while Nihal was receiving advanced training in Judo in Japan.  As the five-time Sri Lankan national Judo Champion form 1964-1968, and with Mr. Balch’s introduction, Nihal received an invitation to start a recreational Judo program at the University as an instructor.  Once at the University, Nihal was admitted as a political science major and began a journey that would eventually grow into a distinguished career in international business in Washington D.C.  The donors are especially interested in supporting scholarships for students in the Political Science Department who will either intern in Washington D.C., study abroad, or conduct field research domestically or abroad, with a preference for International Relations majors. 
   

• Graduate students pursing a degree in the Reading and Language Arts department
• Currently enrolled in either "Teaching Writing in Elementary or Secondary Schools", "Authors and Illustrators Art and Craft", or their successor courses; or completing a graduate internship with either the Summer Writing Clinic or "Authors and Illustrators Art and Craft"; or pursuing a dissertation focused on writing education; or pursuing a major in writing within the Reading and Language Arts department

• Oakland University student

• Graduate students enrolled in the counseling program with a primary interest in substance-abuse counseling, education or treatment
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Financial need may be considered

• Undergraduate student with junior or senior class standing
• Declared major in history
• Consideration may be given to financial need
• The George T. Matthews Scholarship, was established in honor of George Matthews, Professor of History. This scholarship will be awarded to a junior or senior majoring in history at Oakland University.

• Undergraduate student with a declared major in Decision & Information Sciences in good academic standing
• Student must have achieved 95% of course work towards graduation
• Student must have a 3.0 to 3.5 OU GPA
• Demonstrated financial need

• Undergraduate accounting or finance major with major standing or a Master of Accounting (MAcc) student
• Be a declared accounting or finance major and have achieved major standing
• Has exhibited a combination of outstanding academic performance and demonstrated financial need
• Currently enrolled in at least one Accounting or Finance major course at OU
• Minimum GPA of 3.2 in courses taken at OU
• Minimum GPA of 3.4 in Accounting and Finance courses taken at OU
• Preferably a self-supporting student working while attending school

• Full or part-time undergraduate student with a declared major in Human Resource Development
• Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0, as well as in coursework for the major
• Essay detailing the applicant’s interest in his or her prospective career in the field of Human Resource Development, including insights into the importance of ethics, compassion and service to others.

• Resident of Macomb County
• Enrolled full time
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA (based on high school transcripts if an incoming freshman or a minimum of 12 OU credits if a returning student)

• Student should exemplify exceptional school spirit
• Preference given to students actively engaged in the Grizz Gang Student Organization

• Merit based (high GPA and GMAT and/or GRE scores) and must be a Master's graduate business student
• Use the application link below to apply on Handshake

• Graduate students (masters or doctoral) in any school or college
• Preference to graduate students who have made significant progress toward their degree and can describe how the scholarship would help reduce their educational cost burden toward degree completion.

• Employee, child or grandchild of an employee of the Dodge Dealers Association
• Freshman, current student, or transfer student
• Based on academic performance but may consider financial need

• Undergraduate students who demonstrate leadership in OU's Greek Life organizations
• Good academic standing

• The Gretchen J. Adler Study Abroad Endowed Fund is to provide awards to eligible University undergraduate students to be used for tuition, fees, books, room, board and travel expenses relating to the students’ participation in a University-approved study abroad program.  
• Following their study abroad experience, students who receive a Gretchen J. Adler Study Abroad scholarship will be encouraged to write a letter to the donors, summarizing their study abroad experience.
• Eligible to undergraduate students enrolled in a humanities or social science program within the College of Arts and Sciences
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Successfully completed a minimum of 8 credits of college-level classes in a foreign language relating to the study abroad program
• Preferences will be given to a student participating in a study abroad program for one full University semester
• Participating in a study abroad program in Europe or China
• Preference given to study abroad programs in Europe
• Preference to university students who have declared a major in history or political science

• Undergraduate student in the School of Business Administration in good academic standing
• Student must have achieved 95% of course work towards graduation
• Student must have a 3.0 - 3.5 OU GPA

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the School of Business Administration
• Major in accounting
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

• Must be accepted to a study abroad program through Oakland University International Education
• Can be any major; however a health sciences major is preferred if a student in this program is eligible
• Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
• Submit a scholarship application and personal statement
• Provide an academic reference from completed by a member of the OU faculty
• Provide a personal reference from someone (not a parent) who knows the candidate
• Be able to demonstrate financial need

• Undergraduate student who has completed a course in the curriculum of the Islamic Studies minor
• Satisfy the standards of Oakland University academic achievement
• Preference given to students who are also participating in an Oakland University approved study abroad program in a Muslim country
• The Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Islamic Studies Scholarship was established in honor of the late Mrs. Sheikh, a native of Lahore, Pakistan.  Although Mrs. Sheikh was schooled at home in a traditional manner and did not receive a formal education, she held a strong belief in education and encouraged all eight of her children to pursue college studies; three of her children are practicing physicians.  Mrs. Sheikh was active in her community and a leader in her faith; she performed Hajj and continued to do so even after she was severely disabled by arthritis. This scholarship is for undergraduate students who have completed at least one course in the curriculum for the Islamic Studies minor and meet University standards for academic achievement. The scholarship may be used towards a university approved study abroad program or tuition. 

• Recipient must be a first-generation college student
• Recipient's major must be offered through School of Business Administration 
  • Finance majors given preference
• Recipient must demonstrate a financial need by completing FAFSA

• Current OU undergraduate or graduate student with a 2.50 GPA or higher
• Demonstrate a commitment to making a difference in the community

• New undergraduate student at freshman or sophomore level as of fall 2021
• Enrolled at least half-time (6-8 credit minimum)
• Commuter student living off campus
• Pursuing a career as an educator
• Achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 for earned college credits, or a minimum GPA of 3.0 from high school
• Working toward your first baccalaureate degree
• Demonstrates financial need (as indicated by completing the FAFSA)
• To apply, please complete and submit the application here.

• Established to assist needy and musically talented students. 

• Full or part-time doctoral student or part-time faculty members in the Department of Reading and Language Arts

• Current OU student actively involved in Greek life and in good academic standing

• Students must be an undergraduate student in the School of Business Administration in good academic standing
• To be considered for scholarship, students must have achieved 95% of course work towards graduation
• Qualified students will have achieved a 3.0 GPA or above to be considered for this award
• Preference will be given to those students who demonstrate a commitment to social impact (ie. community service and/or involvement in activities within the Oakland University community.)
• Students are required to submit an essay (no more than 500 words) highlighting activities participated in that work towards making an impact for others. Details about personal aspirations for future opportunities to help others are encouraged.

• Undergraduate College of Arts and Sciences majors
• Minimum of 12 credit hours completed at Oakland University
• Must be full-time
• Provide examples of work with scholarship application in research, reporting, and storytelling, etc., that informs and safeguards the public-interest principle. These works should empower the public by describing changing events, issues and characters in the world.
• Selected to be editor in chief of the Oakland Post

• Be either an incoming freshman or transfer student to the University or be a current undergraduate student at the University
• Have a declared major in the social sciences within the University’s College of Arts and Sciences
• Reside within the City of Pontiac at the time they are selected to receive an award (students renewing an Award need not reside in Pontiac)
• Have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.7 or greater if receiving an Award as an incoming freshman or a cumulative collegiate GPA of 2.7 or greater if receiving an Award as an incoming transfer student or currently enrolled University student

• Part or full-time graduate student enrolled in a degree-seeking program in the Department of Human Development and Child Studies Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Completed at least one semester at OU
• In 200 words or less, describe the reasons you are applying for this award. You may cite examples of community service work in the field, plans for a future career in Special Education or Early Childhood and so forth

• Graduate in the Master of Public Health Program
• Established by Charlotte Busbee in memory of her mother, Idella Hurt Busbee, this scholarship is awarded annually to provide financial support for the purpose of purchasing books. 

• Undergradaute sophomore, junior or senior in the School of Health Science
• Student must be in good academic standing
• Established by Charlotte Busbee in memory of her mother, Idella Hurt Busbee, this scholarship is awarded annually to provide financial support for the purpose of purchasing books. 

• Undergraduate student in the School of Business Administration in good academic standing
• Students must have achieved 90% of course work towards graduation
• Must be Pell Grant eligible
• Must reside in Oakland, Macomb, Livingston or Lapeer County

• Undergraduate student in the School of Business Administration in good academic standing with a declared major in economics
• Must be Pell Grant Eligible
• Must live in Oakland, Macomb, Livingston or Lapeer County

• Status as a full-time, returning J-1 or F-1 international student at OU, including undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels
• A minimum GPA of 3.5 while at OU
• Demonstrated significant scholarly or creative contributions of national or international reputation in a given field during studies at OU, which may include articles, essays, books, other scholarly publications and/or presentations at academic conferences
• One to three letters of recommendation in PDF format from current or previous OU faculty members
• A personal statement (maximum 300 words) describing your academic accomplishments and professional goals
• Résumé or curriculum vitae detailing scholarly accomplishments, including a list of honors you have received (fellowships, scholarships, awards, honorary society memberships, prizes, etc.)

• Current undergraduate students enrolled in the Honors College in the College of Arts and Sciences
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Established financial need

• Incoming freshmen students enrolled in the Honors College in the College of Arts and Sciences
• Confirmation of admittance to the Honors College by ATTENDING AN HC INFO SESSION by March 1st
• Minimum 3.7 GPA
• Established financial need

• Candidates for the travel award must be majoring or minoring in German and must study abroad in Germany for one or more semesters
• Undergraduate students studying German (major or minor declared)
• Students must have taken GRM 2140 & GRM 2150
• The purpose of the Jack Moeller Oakland University Endowment for German Study and International Travel is to support tuition, room and board, housing, book, and travel awards for undergraduate students studying German at the University. 
   

• Current undergraduate students
• Declared major in Chemistry
• Grade Point Average of 3.0 or above
• Demonstrate financial need as determined by the University

• Masters student enrolled in the Master of Education in Educational Leadership
• Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours in the program
• Minimum 3.3 GPA in the program
• Submit essay at least 500 words outlining interest in the program
• Submit written recommendations from 2 department faculty members and one immediate supervisor or school principal at the applicant’s place of employment

• Graduate student enrolled in the Master of Education in Educational Leadership
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in the program

• Submit an essay of no less than 500 words detailing the development of their interest in educational leadership, their personal goals, and their professional goals for the next five years.

• Be an undergraduate with a minimum of 16 credit hours at the time of departure for study abroad
• Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher
• Submit a scholarship application along with program proposal
• Provide two recommendations from Oakland University faculty members

• US Resident
• Students required to be enrolled in the SECS and Majoring in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 3.0 GPA to renew
• Demonstrate financial need as determined by the office of Student Financial Services
• Additional preference will be given to students who are active members of the Society of Women Engineers

• Candidates must be a full-time undergraduate student
• Candidates must have declared major within the Department of Chemistry with a preference for students majoring in chemistry or biochemistry
• Candidates must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 within their declared major

• Full-time undergraduate students, with a declared major in Dance.
• Must have previously completed at least 12 credit hours at the University.
• Letter of Recommendation is required.

• Full-time undergraduate students, with a declared major in Theatre.
• Must have previously completed at least 12 credit hours at the University.
• Letter of Recommendation is required.

• Graduate students pursuing Masters of Business Administration 
• Minimum GPA 3.4 
• Students must be in their final year of enrollment prior to graduation

• 3.0 cumulative Oakland GPA for current undergraduate stuents or 3.0 cumulative GPA for incoming freshman or transfer students
• Must be planning to reside on campus at Oakland University

• Provides scholarships to students who participate in Alternative Spring Break.  

• Be enrolled in the University’s Cybersecurity Masters Program
• Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Enter into a legally binding loan agreement with the University that contains the following provisions:
  • (a) the loan will be interest free
  • (b) the student/borrower will commence and continue repayment of the loan upon graduation from the University’s Cybersecurity Masters, unless or until the student/borrower establishes they are employed by the U.S. government in a cybersecurity position
  • (c) the term and installments for repayment of the loan will be reasonable based upon the total amount of the loan(s) and the student/borrower’s income
  • (d) the student/borrower will commence and will continue repayment of the loan immediately upon withdrawal from the University’s Cybersecurity Masters Program

• Recipient must be a declared English Major
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Preference for students participating in Oakland University's British Studies at Oxford program, followed by English majors participating in another study abroad program
• The Jenna Elyse Balabuch Study Abroad Awards was established by Mark and Susan Balabuch to honor the memory of their daughter, Jenna Elyse Balabuch, who passed away on October 22, 2011.  Jenna was a sophomore at Oakland University and member of Sigma Tau Delta, an International English Honors Society.  At the time of her passing, Jenna was making plans to study abroad in England as a participant in the British Studies at Oxford program.  Jenna was a vibrant young woman who blossomed into young adulthood thanks in part to the University’s English Department.  She worked, held leadership positions with her 4-H club, and managed the barn where she boarded her horse Bo Jangles while she attended school.  Mark and Susan are especially interested in supporting qualified students who are seeking opportunities to study abroad through awards that may be used to off-set the costs of participating in study abroad programs.

• Undergraduate majors in a piano performance degree who have attained junior or senior status 
• Students who exemplifies the qualities of scholarship, musicianship and a willingness to serve 
• In the absence of an applicant majoring in a piano performance, consideration should be given to undergraduate students majoring in pedagogy or Music Education, with piano as their major instrument who have attained junior or senior status. 

• Recipient must be a current Oakland University Graduate student and establish financial need
• Student must be a major in one of the following
  • Reading and Language Arts
  • Reading, Language Arts, and Literature
  • Reading Education
  • Literacy, Culture, and Language
• Recipient must have at least a 3.0 G.P.A. or higher.
• Recipient must complete an application including an essay (600-word max).
• The essay should highlight how the student's love of reading has influenced their life both professionally and personally.  
• The Joan Beers Scholarship for the Love of Reading is intended to provide modest financial assistance to students who need it and who share her love of reading.  The donor has a deep passion for reading that has influenced each of her 4 children throughout their lives.  Her love of reading has helped her through much adversity and through many of life's challenges.  

• The Jocelyn Chen Scholarship for Art and Art History was established to provide support to College Teaching Apprenticeships in the Art and Art History Department.  To be eligible to receive an award student must be enrolled in courses within the Art and Art History department requiring college teaching apprenticeships (i.e. AH 4997, ART 4997 or DES 4997; or an equivalent course as determined by the department ), who have a cumulative 3.2 GPA.  

• Undergraduate student enrolled in the School of Education and Human Services
• Declared major in elementary or secondary education
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

• Undergraduate students with at least junior class standing and a declared major in Art History or a student who previously graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Art History from Oakland University no more than two years before applying for the award. The latter must be admitted to and enrolled in a post-graduate class or program in art history at Oakland University which includes or requires travel when the award is received
• Recipient(s) must use the award for expenses for traveling to Great Britain, Europe, or Asia
• The John B. Cameron Endowment in Art History was established in memory of John B. Cameron, PhD., who taught, mentored and guided students, faculty and staff for 43 years at Oakland University.  He selflessly gave of his time, talents and financial resources to improve the qualify of education in the Department of Art and Art History.  Dr. Cameron credited on of his professors with encouraging him to travel one summer after college, which changed his life and set the course for his career. The donor, his wife, wishes to promote similar opportunities for eligible University students.   The purpose for this award is to make annual scholarships to an undergraduate student with at least a junior standing, majoring in Art History, to be used towards expenses related to study abroad travel to Great Britain, Europe or Asia as part of a University approved educational or study abroad program and/or for tuition fees for the educational or study abroad program. 
  
  
   

• John F. Mills was a connoisseur of all genres of music-from The Beatles to Beethoven and Benny Goodman-as well as a talented saxophonist, clarinet and guitar player.
• Eligible students must be majoring in music.  

• Students in their fourth or fifth semester of study in the traditional BSN program or in the final two semesters of the ASD program
• Minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA in required nursing courses
• Meet one or more of the following criteria: Education delayed or interrupted; Worked a minimum of 35 hours/week while enrolled in the BSN program, and/or; Did not receive parental financial support toward the cost of tuition, and; Working toward a second career goal in the field of nursing
• Essay describing how perseverance and dedication have enhanced the applicant's pursuit of a nursing career, and the personal circumstances, actions, obstructions, and accomplishments the applicant feels are significant and demonstrate achievement
• One personal letter of reference and one professional letter of reference
• Demonstrate a well rounded life through participation in extracurricular actiities and good citizenship

• Major in Secondary Education
• Concentration in Modern Languages
• Undergraduate or Graduate
• Good Academic Standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above

• Incoming freshmen or current undergraduate students
• Majoring in engineering
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

• Must be a student pursuing a Master's degree in Special Education
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0

• Current OU undergraduate full-time student with GPA of 2.50 or higher

• The principle donor, Jack Moran is 1982 graduate of the SEHS HRD program and a supported since 1985.  He has been a leader in the human resource field, working in various industries.  He has been a member of the SEHS Resource Development Board from 2019-2023 and is a mentor to students majoring in HRD.  The award is named for Jack's wife, Karen.  
• Eligiblity Requirements:
  • Undergraduate student majoring in HRD
    • Complete essay describing personal goals, academic goals, and career aspirations including challenges and accomplishments

• Must be enrolled Full-time in School of Health Sciences
• Majoring in Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing
• Minimum OU GPA 3.0

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the Basic BSN program
• Demonstrate a bona fide intent to engage in the Nursing profession
• Merit based Students must be of sophomore, junior, or senior status
• Essay required stating current career interests, possible future professional goals and willingness to serve part of their clinical placements with Ascension Providence Novi or Southfield with intent to serve a minimum of 1 year post-graduation at Ascension Providence Novi or Southfield as a nursing employee. (500w/max)

• A graduate of the Berkley School District
• A full time undergraduate student or planning to be a full time undergraduate student at OU in the upcoming fall semester
• Preference given to students planning to major in Elementary or Secondary education
• Have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher or an OU GPA of a 3.0 or higher
• Has attended OU since freshman year or will start OU as a freshman (not a transfer student)

• Eligible students must satisfy the following criteria:
  • Undergraduate students majoring in engineering within SECS
  • Junior or Senior class standing
  • 3.5 GPA 

• Declared minor in Employment Systems and Standards
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• 12 credit hours still to be completed before graduation
• Submit two nominations from active labor union members
• Submit essay detailing career goals and/or accomplishments

• Physical Therapy Major

• Students must have a declared major in political science, public administration, public policy, and/or international relations
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA
• Political science majors must have completed at least 12 credits in their major
• Preference may be given to students who demonstrate active community service participation
• Consideration may be given for letters of reference from faculty and/or a writing sample

• Undergraduate student in the School of Business Administration with a declared major in accounting
• Student must be on a CPA track
• Student must have demonstrated involvement in university or community activities, such as participate in a student organization
• Minimum 3.2 GPA in accounting courses taken at OU
• Demonstrated financial need

• Physical Therapy Major

• Incoming freshmen with goals of research in the medical field
• Minimum high school 3.4 GPA
• Pursuing a degree in the sciences at OU
• Enrolled full time
• Consideration given for national standardized test scores
• Consideration given for references

• Resident of Oakland County
• Enrolled full time (12 credits or more)

• Elementary Education, B.S. and Secondary Education (OU STEP)
• Candidates must be in good academic standing
• Candidates must be progressing regularly toward a degree and have completed a minimum of 100 credits
• Candidates must have exhausted all other forms of tuition funding with the exception of student loans

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the secondary education program, who are also preparing for an endorsement in mathematics
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Preference given for students from the Southfield Public Schools

• Current students
• Senior Manager for OU Men's Basketball Team
• At least two years service as OU Men's Basketball manager

• Undergraduate students
• Declared social work major
• Preference may be given to students who display commitment to public service
• The Donors established the Lauren Kathryn Roche Endowed Scholarship for Social Work to provide awards to undergraduate students with a declared major in social work for tuition, fees, books, room, board and other costs of attendance. This scholarship is in memory of the donors’ beloved daughter and sister, Lauren Kathryn Roche. Lauren was a gentle soul with a vibrant presence. She had a great sense of compassion for those around her and an innate ability to provide comfort and support. Whether she was hanging out with her family, volunteering on a community service project, interning in the probation department or coming alongside a friend in need, she did so with joy, compassion and loving kindness.  Lauren loved helping other people.  It is our hope that each recipient of this scholarship serves our community with similar compassion and equanimity. 

• Open to all Tier 1 or Tier 2 students accepted into the OU Emerging Leaders Program

• Open to Tier 1 student accepted into the OU Emerging Leaders Program

• Incoming freshman
• High school GPA 3.5+
• Legacy student (your grandparent, parent, sibling, son/daughter, or spouse received a degree or academic certificate from OU at the time of application)
• Complete essay discussing how that person impacted your decision to attend OU
• Must enroll full-time

• Incoming transfer student
• College GPA 3.0+
• 24+ transferable credits earned by the fall semester following the award application deadline
• Two years remaining in undergraduate program
• Apply for the Legacy Transfer Award here

• Student in elementary or secondary education with an endorsement in chemistry, physics, or integrated science
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

• Full-time undergraduate student
• GPA at least 3.0
• Essay detailing leadership and service in working on behalf of the LGBTQA community.  
• Letter of Recommendation from a supervisor, professor, or administrator who oversaw your work in the LGBTQA community.  

• Undergraduate student with a major in music, theatre, or dance
• Enrolled full time (12 credits or more)
• Preference may be given to eligible students who demonstrate financial need

• The Linda McCloskey English Award for Writing Excellence was established in honor of the donor’s mother, Linda McCloskey, a long-time Professor of English at Oakland University.   Linda earned a B.A. in English from Oakland University in 1984.  Continued studies at OU led to a M.A. in English while employed as a graduate teaching and research assistant.  Teaching at OU for over 25 years, creative non-fiction writing became her passion.  She continually encouraged her students to become better writing by pursuing deeper personal reflection, challenging them to greater heights.  The donor hopes, as so eloquently penned by Ralph Waldo Emerson, this award will help students to not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.   The donor is especially interested in supporting the Oakland University English Department through academic scholarships for undergraduate students who display writing excellence via a competitive writing scholarship.
• Undergraduate student with a major in English
• Submit a writing sample to the College of Arts and Sciences

• Undergraduate Enrolled in School of Business Administration
• OU GPA 2.8 - 3.4
• Achieved Senior Class Standing

• Undergraduate students majoring in chemistry or biochemistry
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Student must have identified a research project in chemistry or biochemistry approved by a faculty member of the Chemistry Department

• Preference will be given to students who declare the Judaic Studies minor
• The Lois and Mark Shaevsky Scholarship for Judaic Studies was established to encourage students, both Jews and non-Jews, to learn more about the religion, history, and politics and culture of the Jewish people and their contributions to society both in American and abroad. 

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the Basic BSN program having Junior or Senior standing
• Demonstrate financial need
• An essay (500 word max) must be submitted highlighting how the scholarship will assist the student financially towards persisting through the program

• Undergraduate students enrolled full time (12 credits or more) pursuing a Basic BSN degree
• Enrolled in semesters two, three, or four of Oakland University's undergraduate nursing program
• Minimum 3.3 GPA in nursing courses
• Preference will be given to candidates who have volunteer or work experience in a healthcare setting

• Majoring in mathematics: Demonstrate strong overall academic performance and excellence in the study of mathematics
• Incoming freshman
• High school GPA of 3.5 or higher
• ACT of 25 or higher
• The Louis R. and Mary L. Bragg Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics was established by Louis and Mary Bragg.  Louis was a key figure in the early years of Oakland University and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.  His dedication to the Department spanned his thirty one years as a Professor.  He was a recipient of the Oakland University Research Excellence Award in 1987.  Mary received her M.A. in mathematics from Oakland University and served as a mathematics teacher at Rochester Adams High School for nineteen years.  They wish to preserve their commitment to the university’s students who show an aptitude for mathematics.  The donors are especially interested in supporting undergraduate students who plan to or are majoring in mathematics, beginning with incoming freshman, who demonstrate strong overall academic performance and excellence in the study of mathematics.  

• Preference given to undergraduate students who graduated from a high school in the Chippewa Valley School District
• Enrolled in the Elementary Education program and specializing in Language Arts, Mathematics, Modern, Languages, Integrated Science or Social Studies
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at Oakland University
• Submit essay of at least 500 words about their interest in the program

• Graduate student enrolled in the Department of Counseling, dedicated to pursuing a career in counseling with a humanistic approach
• Minimum of 40 credits completed in the program

• Student returning to classroom after enrollment interruption
• Undergraduate majoring in Education or Nursing

• Eligible to incoming students graduating from Brandon High School

• Undergraduates enrolled in School of Nursing
  • Traditional or Accelerated Second Degree BSN Tracks
• Preference given to students with financial need

• Undergraduate student with sophomore standing in the first year the scholarship is received
• Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
• Participate in extracurricular activities

• Returning students in Doctor of Physical Therapy program
• Member of American Physical Therapy Association
• Demonstrated value for personal fitness and wellness
• Active in athletics/sports, community engagement, volunteering

• Undergraduate student in good academic standing
• OU cumulative GPA of 2.50 or greater
• Student must demostrate perserverance, whether during a challenging time or hurdle, or when a barrier was in the path to success and how they demonstrated endurance (bearing hardship, staying power) to excel

• The Marion Adams Bunt Endowed Fund was established to provide funds for the University to make annual awards to eligible University students majoring in the University’s art history and/or studio art programs.  Students may use awards to support curricular and extracurricular activities relating to art history and/or studio art that will enhance their educational experience, including without limitation individual and/or group travel and study in the United States and abroad, conferences and symposia, internships or other types of field experience, and other research or creative activities.  
• Eligible students must be an art history or studio art major in good standing and demonstrate financial need.
• Students are encouraged to contact the Department of Art and Art History and Design with questions about how to apply.  

• Undergraduate students pursuing a Basic BSN degree
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Applicant must submit essay (500 word max) highlighting student's involvement in community service and other volunteer activities

• Undergraduates in the School of Education and Human Services
• Demonstrate a commitment to leadership
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrate financial need

• Required to be majoring in Human Resource Development
• Recipient must have at least a 3.0 G.P.A. 
• Essay required describing career plans and goals, 500 word max.  

• Undergraduate student in School of Business Administration
• GPA 2.7-3.2
• At least 80 credits earned

• Undergraduate student enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences' Art and Art History program
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Declared studio arts major
• Preference given first to photography students, second to studio art students, third to other qualified students within Art and Art History
• The Mark Murphy Endowed Scholarship was established by Brian Murphy, as well as contributions from the Murphy family and friends, and others in recognition of Mr. Murphy’s exemplary service to the University.  The purpose for this scholarship is to provide awards to one or more undergraduate student enrolled in the University’s College of Arts & Sciences Art & Art History program, with a declared major in studio art (or a minor if the major does not exist) with a grade point average of 3.0 or better; first priority will be given to students (if any) studying photography and second priority will be given to students (if any) studying studio art.   

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the School of Nursing, Basic BSN, ASD or RN/BSN programs
• Enrolled full time or part time
• Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
• Non-traditional students, i.e. they have experienced an interruption in their education due to work or family obligations or by other reasons
• Preference will be given to students able to demonstrate they are bilingual

• An undergraduate student majoring in Teacher Education

• Awarded to a student of outstanding promise in the performing arts

• Enrolled full-time in the School of Business Administration
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Junior or senior standing (Minimum 56 credit hours) in the School of Business Administration and taken 24 credit hours at OU
• Written statement that addresses why the applicant is deserving of the Katke scholarship (including academic achievement, community/civic involvement, special awards and honors, etc.)
• List of academic achievements, activities, organizations, community service projects, civic involvement, honor societies, etc. in which the applicant is involved

• Preference will be given to students who clearly demonstrate high potential and who might otherwise be discouraged from pursuing higher education for the lack of financial resources
• Must be enrolled in enough credits each academic year to complete an undergraduate degree in four years
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal each year

• Undergraduate students enrolled in elementary or secondary education
• Student teaching assignment in the Pontiac School District or other urban setting
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Financial need is considered but not a requirement for this award

• Mary Lee Gwizdala earned her Masters of Arts in Reading and Language Arts from Oakland University  in 1978.  She has taught first grade through college level and spent her last few years before retirement teaching English and Speech in the Upper School at Detroit Country Day.  She is acknowledging the mentorship from University professors by establishing a scholarship for students in the University's Masters of Arts in Teaching in Reading and Language Arts.  
• Eligible to students enrolled in Masters of Arts in Teaching in Reading and Language Arts

• To support high achieving students pursuing a masters in special education.  Eligible students must be in good major academic standing.  

• Must be women and gender studies major or minor
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 in Women and Gender Studies courses
• Demonstrate financial need
• Consideration will be given to applicants demonstrating evidence of service to the improvement in the well-being of women
• Submit a short essay describing the student's interests in and commitment to women and gender studies and feminism, and how women and gender studies and feminism are connected with their life
• Submit names of two professors who have agreed to consult with the Director, Women and Gender Studies, regarding the applicant

• Students with major standing in the School of Engineering and Computer Science
• Enrolled full time or part time
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to collaborate with others in the student's academic career
• Preference given to students who are fluent in more than one language or who can demonstrate they are contributing to the quality of academic and student life at OU through their activities and interests

• Senior students who are selected based on their contributions as scholars, leaders and responsible citizens of the institution

• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA
• Eligible to undergraduate students with a declared major or minor in Vocal Performance
  • Music Education majors focusing on voice/vocal are also eligible.  
• Recommendation from Voice Program faculty is required 

• An undergraduate student majoring in Elementary Education or Secondary Education
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Demonstrate financial need as defined by Oakland University's Office of Financial Aid

• Incoming Freshman majoring in Computer Science
• Must be a Michigan resident
• Demonstrates financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

• Oakland University students who have been personally affected by recovery from addiction, either their own or that of a family member
• Preference will be given to undergraduate students and students who need financial support

• Intended to support students with costs associated with participating in off-campus programs  and performance and production opportunities.  
• Have declared major in Theatre
• Achieved junior or senior class standing
• Candidates must have and maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0

• Student of College of Arts and Sciences
• Declared major in Humanities, Social Sciences, or Language and Literature
• 3.7 GPA for incoming students
• 3.8 OU GPA for returning students
• Preference for students with demonstrated financial need

• Undergraduate student with a declared major within the Departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Physics
• Minimum 3.8 high school for entering freshmen, minimum 3.7 cumulative GPA for current OU students and transfer students
• Preference for academic merit and financial need

• Student in College of Arts and Sciences
  • Majoring in Humanities or Social Sciences program
  • Submit essay or other written material for annual writing competition

• Undergraduate student with a declared major or minor in Japanese 
• Use award to participate in a University approved study abroad program in Japan within one academic year of receiving the award
• Program must provide academic credit to be used for the candidate's academic program at OU
• Minimum 3.1 cumulative GPA
• Currently enrolled in a JPN 1150 or above; One letter of recommendation from a faculty member in the candidate's major department
• The Michele and Karl Plattenberger Japan Study Abroad Endowment was established to support study abroad opportunities for students while they study abroad and immerse themselves in Japanese language and life. Please also include a listing of your completed Japanese language courses and details of your study abroad program, including the dates of travel.  Finally, please in write a 3 -5 sentence statement explaining what it means to you to be an ambassador of the United States and Oakland University.

• Applicants must be a declared art history major in good standing
• Have earned a minimum of 55 credits prior to application
• Have participated in an extracurricular art and art history activity
• The Mildred B. Matthews scholarship honors Mildred Matthews, wife of George T. Matthews.  Mildred was an art historian specializing in American Art who taught at Oakland University during the early years of the department. This scholarship endowment was established by George Matthews, a charter member of the OU faculty, former Chair of the Department of History, and Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. 

• Preference given to children, grandchildren, or spouses of Pontiac State Bank employees
• Residents of Oakland County
• Minimum 3.4 cumulative GPA
• Candidates must be nominated by Pontiac State Bank

• Current undergraduate enrolled full-time in the Honors College
• Continuous enrollment in and completion of a minimum of 15 credits in fall and winter
• Maintain minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA
• Demonstrate leadership in school activities or student organizations or commitment to community service

• Undergraduate students enrolled in the Basic BN program
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrate financial need
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating academic merit

• Second or third year student in Doctor of Physical Therapy program
• Documented membership in American Physical Therapy Association
• Interest in pursuing work related to outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation 

• Junior or senior class standing majoring in Elementary Education
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Preference given to a student who has been personally affected by cancer
• Preference given to a student who has a demonstrated passion for special education
• Named for Morgan McKenzie Behen, an Oakland University graduate who passed away after an eighteen-month battle with cancer.  Morgan taught all who crossed her path what true kindness and courage looked like.  Morgan's kind heart and gentile spirit will be deeply missed but her memory will live on.  Morgan graduated from OU with a Bachelor's in Science in Elementary Education.  The donors are especially interested in supporting high-performing undergraduate students at the University majoring in Elementary Education.  

• Students pursuing a Master of Education in Special Education
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Essay Question: In 400 words or less, describe how you developed your passion for special education and why you are applying for this award.
• Teaching Philosophy: In 300 words or less, describe your teaching philosophy and your ideal vision for students with special needs.

• Incoming freshman student

• Undergraduate student with junior class standing majoring in English
• Completed a minimum of 20 credits in English, a minimum of 16 at Oakland University
• Minimum 3.6 GPA in English classes
• Enrolled full time (12 credits or more)
• Submit two faculty letters of recommendation
• Submit an essay arguing your (the student's) worthiness for the award
• Submit most recent academic transcripts
• Nominations from faculty are also accepted

• Undergraduates majoring in Music, Theatre, or Dance
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Faculty Recommendation is encouraged

• Undergraduate students who have achieved junior or senior class standing
• Declared marketing major
• Demonstrated financial need

• Graduate student pursing a degree in Reading and Language Arts
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students to read
• An essay of 500 words or less describing what (or who) inspired you to want to teach children to read and also the importance of physical books in early childhood education

• Undergraduate student who has achieved junior or senior class standing
• Declared major or minor in public relations with preference given for a major
• Minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA
• The Richard D. and Nancy A. French Public Relations Scholarships were established to provide support to spotlight public relations as a vocation and encourage students pursuing a minor or major in public relations.    

• Junior or senior class standing in the Elementary Education or S.T.E.P. programs
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Demonstrated involvement and/or leadership in campus organizations or Oakland University activities
• Submission of a written essay on the challenges and opportunities of teaching in today's society

• Undergraduate students enrolled full time
• Declared major or concentration in vocal music

• Have a minimum 3.5 GPA
• Be a graduate student at the University enrolled in a Master's program in the University's School of Engineering and Computer Science
• Preference will be given to students conducting research on material joining at the Fastening and Joining Research Institute at Oakland University

• Have a minimum 3.75 GPA
• Be a graduate student at the University enrolled in a Ph.D. program in the University's school of Engineering and Computer Science
• Preference will be given to students conducting research on material joining at the Fastening and Joining Research Institute at Oakland University

• Students who are currently enrolled in a catalog-listed Islamic studies course, as part of their declared Islamic studies minor at Oakland University.

• Undergraduate student majoring in Elementary Education
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Preference given to those who have transferred to Oakland University

• Physical Therapy Major

• Physical Therapy Major

• Physical Therapy Major

• Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine student in their last full program year
• Must demonstrate prior meaningful patient advocacy and be active in community service
• Preference given to students with demonstrated financial need who have not received other scholarship support within the prior two years of continuous medical school attendance

• Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full time in the School of Engineering and Computer Science
• Minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA
• Intends to major in engineering
• Demonstrate professionalism and the ability to collaborate with others
• Consideration given to student's activities and interests, particularly those related to Asian culture, that demonstrate a potential to contribute to the quality of academic and student life at Oakland

• Major in College of Arts & Sciences
  • Preference given to students studying Sociology

• A student currently enrolled in the School of Nursing
• Undergraduate or graduate student in any nursing track
• Displays leadership skills

• Undergraduate student who has achieved junior or senior class standing
• Enrolled full time (12 credits or more) with a declared major in good standing in the Department of Communication, and Journalism focusing on print or new media journalism
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrate outstanding citizenship and leadership
• Desire to pursue a career in journalism
• The Oakland Press Endowed Scholarship for Journalism Excellence will provide an annual cash award to help Oakland University attract, retain and graduate individuals who can leave their positive mark upon the field of journalism.  The scholarship will provide tuition support for an undergraduate student enrolled in Oakland University’s College of Arts and Sciences with a declared major in the Department of Communication, Journalism and Public Relations. The scholarship recipient will be a student who exemplifies excellence in scholarship and dedication to the profession of journalism. This scholarship is awarded each academic year to one full-time undergraduate student with junior or senior standing.  Scholarships awarded to juniors may be renewed for a second academic year, as the award for that year, if all eligibility requirements are maintained. 

• Incoming freshman student
• Minimum 3.4 high school GPA (current students) or ACT score of 23 or higher (incoming freshmen)

• Be a degree-seeking student at Oakland University
• Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher
• Submit a scholarship application online
• Provide one letter of recommendation from a faculty member at Oakland or another institution of higher education

• Be an Oakland University admitted undergraduate or second degree student enrolled part-time or full-time in an Accelerated or FAST TRACK program offered in Macomb County (programs include: BSN-Accelerated Second Degree, General Management, Marketing, Human Resources Management and Information Technology)
• Preference given to individuals that reside in Macomb County and are working full-time while attending OU

• Oakland University students at least at junior class standing with Criminal Justice as their declared major
• Enrolled at least half-time (6-8 undergraduate credit hours) in course work at the Anton/Frankel Center
• Students demonstrating financial need may be considered
• Preference may be given to current or transfer students from Macomb County

• Recipients must be graduates of high schools serving Auburn Hills
• Recipients must be current residents and have resided in the City of Auburn Hills for a minimum of four years
• Admission to Oakland University is required
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; Consideration will be given for national test scores, student activities, community service activities, and the student's potential to contribute to the University's achievement of its mission
• Preference will be given to having at least one applicant from each high school serving Auburn Hills

• Must have GPA of 3.5 
• Must exemplify traits such as intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm, compassion, and dedication to their field of study.  

• Physical Therapy Major

• Majoring in engineering
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

• The scholarship is awarded to qualifying Canadian and Mexican citizens who have earned a baccalaureate degree (equivalent to a four-year U.S. degree) and have been admitted to Oakland University graduate degree*
• Graduate students are eligible to receive the scholarship up to a maximum of four (4) successive fall, winter, and summer semesters. Ph.D. students are eligible to receive the scholarship up to a maximum of ten (10) successive fall, winter, and summer semesters.
• Must enroll full-time (8+ credits) each semester

• Incoming freshman student
• Admitted to the Honors College
• Attended an Honors College Information Session by March 1
• Agree to live on campus
• Not in receipt of any other housing awards
• Demonstrate leadership
• Demonstrate financial need
• Minimum 3.7 cumulative GPA

• Current OU undergraduate students enrolled in The Honors College
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Awarded to students who show compelling evidence of considerable engagement and involvement in The Honors College and The Honors College community
• Student must agree to live on campus

• Current undergraduate students with sophomore, junior, or senior standing
• In good standing with the Honors College as defined by having attended one event, one Research and Scholarship Day, and completed community service yearly
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Exhibit exceptional academic achievement and leadership
• Preference will be given for student involvement/leadership in the Honors College

• Current undergraduate students with sophomore, junior, or senior standing
• In good standing with the Honors College as defined by having attended one event, one Research and Scholarship Day, and completed community service yearly
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Exhibit exceptional academic achievement and leadership
• Preference will be given for student involvement/leadership in the Honors College

• The Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver program is administered by the Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR)
• Application information can be accessed on MDCR website, or by contacting MDCR at 110 W. Michigan Avenue, Suite 800, Lansing, MI 48933, or at (231) 439-5247
• The MDCR notifies Oakland University of student eligibility in writing
• Oakland University will verify the following: The student must be admitted to Oakland University for the purpose of enrolling in academic credit-bearing Oakland University courses; and be registered for Oakland University credit-bearing courses to which the Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver will apply; the Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver will not apply to competency credits, auditing, AP, IB, Dante, CLEP, continuing education (CE), consortium credits and/or any other non-credit bearing courses; and provide proof, as required by Oakland University, establishing that the student, or parent if the student is a dependent (custodial parent if the parents are unmarried), has been a legal resident of the State of Michigan for not less than 12 consecutive months prior to the first day of enrollment in a semester to which the Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver will apply.

• Student must be 65 years or older as of the first day of the semester
• Admitted to an eligible degree or certificate program
• Must be enrolled at least half-time
• Scholarship applies only to courses taken for credit
• Must be a Michigan resident
• Must meet the Standards of Academic Progress

• Current student in good academic standing and employee of the OU Telefund
• The applicant will answer a small number of questions relating to their experience working at the Telefund
• In addition, they will be invited, but not required, to submit a short statement that speaks to their leadership abilities from a current or former Telefund employee.
• Caller performance, as it relates to gifts raised, will not be directly considered as part of the application process.
• Applications will be accepted at the beginning of the fall semester, the deadline for submission being set by Annual Giving to allow enough time before the end of the winter semester for review, selection and notification of collaborators.

• New transfer student
• Family Income less than or equal to $70,000
• Family assets of less than $50,000
• 24+ transferable credits

• Undergraduate student with at least 55 credit hours at time of departure for study abroad
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit scholarship application along with program proposal
• Two letters of recommendation from OU faculty members

• Undergraduate Junior or Senior student

• Undergraduate student majoring in elementary or secondary education
• Must be in good standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Must complete the OU Scholarship Application
• Must complete the "Program of Study" essay
• Preference given to students who are military veterans

• Incoming full-time freshman who attended Rochester Adams, Avondale, Rochester, or Stoney Creek high schools
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative high school GPA
• Demonstrates financial need
• Demonstrates passion for a specific area of study or extracurricular interest
• One Letter of Recommendation is required

• Current undergraduate or graduate student
• Have financial need
• Participating in university approved study abroad program
  • Preference given to students studying abroad in Senegal or another French speaking country in Africa
  • Preference given to students studying abroad for at least one full semester

• Undergraduate in the College of Arts and Sciences
• Traveling outside the United States through a university approved academic program
• Traveling to countries deemed safe by the University
• Preference to students who otherwise would not be able to participate in such a study abroad program due to financial need
• Patti Finnegan Sharf Study Abroad Scholarship was established to provide awards to eligible University undergraduate students to be used for participation in a University approved study abroad program.
    
   

• Undergraduate in the School of Business Administration
• Traveling outside the United States through a university approved academic program
• Traveling to countries deemed safe by the University
• Preference to students who otherwise would not be able to participate in such a study abroad program due to financial need