OSU Merit Scholarships?

Hi everyone! I'm a rising junior thinking about applying to Oregon State University. I'm curious about what type of merit scholarships OSU offers? Does anyone have any info on this?

Sure, Oregon State University offers various merit-based scholarships both for in-state and out-of-state students. Here's a rundown of a couple key scholarships:

1. Provost's Scholarship for Excellence: This awards in-state students with a 3.00+ GPA (unweighted) an amount of $12,000 per year, which is renewable for up to four years.

2. Presidential Scholarship: The most prestigious scholarship offered by Oregon State University. This scholarship is for Oregon residents and is awarded based on a holistic review of the student's application, taking into account factors like academic achievements, leadership activities, community service, and personal qualities. The scholarship offers $10,000 annually and is renewable for four years.

3. Non-resident Tuition Scholarship: This scholarship is for out-of-state students with strong academic records. Awards range from $3,000 to $11,000, and they're renewable for four years.

These are just a few examples. OSU also has scholarships for specific majors, and separate scholarship programs for transfer students. If you're eligible for any of these scholarships, you'll be automatically considered when you apply for admission. However, remember to submit your application by their priority deadline (usually early November) to have the best chance of receiving a scholarship.

Lastly, it can also be helpful to supplement university-specific scholarships with external scholarships. Look for scholarships that are relevant to your career interests, extracurricular activities, or personal characteristics. There are numerous scholarship databases online that can help with this; just keep an eye out for application deadlines and requirements.