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Erik Nielsen Scholarship

Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/1/2025
Closes: 3/1/2026

The Erik Nielsen Scholarship supports Oregon students who have been out of school for at least three years and are returning to continue their postsecondary education. Students who plan to enroll at least part-time at an Oregon public college or university are encouraged to apply. Special consideration is given to GED recipients, followed by those with a high school diploma, and then to undergraduates.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of Oregon
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree, full or parttime
  • Planning to attend school in Oregon
  • U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
  • Nontraditional / returning student
  • Demonstrate financial need Preference is given to GED recipients, followed by those with a high school diploma who have been out of school for at least three years, and then to undergraduates who have been out of college for at least three years.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: OR
    Citizenship Status
    California AB 540, Conditional Permanent Resident, Current DACA Status, FAFSA-Eligible Non-Citizen, Pending DACA Application, U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident
    Situation
    Nontraditional / Returning Student

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