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Scholarships (458)


2nd LT. Jered Ewy Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Military Veteran
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to UCO students who are an honorably discharged veteran, active duty member or current member of the National Guard or Reserves. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 2.50  
  • Military experience and documentation
  • 60 completed hours at UCO
  • Demonstrated financial need as shown through FAFSA completion
  • Declared major in Forensic Science, Sociology, or Criminal Justice
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Current student who is an honorably discharged veteran, Active Duty member or current member of the National Guard or Reserves. Discharged veterans must provide a copy of DD214, all other provide appropriate proof (orders, CAC, etc.)
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





2nd Lt. Jered Ewy Endowed Military Scholarship

Military Veteran
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to a student currently serving in the military or previously enlisted and honorably or medically discharged.

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Must complete application and upload a transcript
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Student currently serving in the military or student previously enlisted and honorably or medically discharged
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Accounting Dept. Advisory Board Endowed Scholarship


296160
To provide scholarship assistance to declared Accounting majors and students with service to the UCO Accounting Club. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting majors
  • UCO Accounting Club  - service/members





Adam Luke Worden Memorial Endowed Scholarship

English, creative writing, financial need, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in honor of the late Adam Luke Worden who received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with minors in Religious Studies and Philosophy. Adam was known as an outstanding student who loved learning. This is awarded to an outstanding undergraduate student in English or Creative Writing.

 Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled Bachelor of Arts program in English OR Bachelor of Arts program English-Creating Writing
  • Junior or Senior status
  • Minimum overall 2.5 GPA
  • Full-time student
  • Must provide a statement of financial need
  • Must provide a Creative Writing sample
  • Preference may be given to an applicant pursuing graduate school in a Liberal Arts discipline





Adler-McGurk Family Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to full-time undergraduate students with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate
  • Accounting major required
  • Full Time Student
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0

Selection Process
  • Preference is given to students who are also collegiate athletes.





Aerospace Alumni Endowed Scholarship in Engineering Physics


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics who plan a career in aerospace engineering.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student 
  • Undergraduate student   
  • Engineering and Physics major 
  • Student aspires to a career in aerospace engineering
  • Two faculty recommendations.





Al McLaughlin Scholarship in Mass Communication

mass communication, photography, photographic arts, journalism, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296172
This scholarship was established in honor of the late Al McLaughlin, a former editor with The Oklahoman and Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame inductee. This scholarship recognizes Mass Communication students with preference given to Photographic Arts majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Mass Communication major or Photographic Arts minor
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Albert J. Wilhite and Beulah M. Wilhite Scholarship

Native American
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to UCO students who are of an American descent, without regard as to tribe

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in 6 hours or more in the upcoming fall semester
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 or more
  • Must have completed at least 12 hours at UCO.
  • Must provide CBID information 

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Alice Adele Way Endowed Elementary Education Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Junior or senior who is not eligible to graduate at the time selected
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrates financial need
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipient must write a thank you letter to the scholarship donor





Allie M. Mitchell Scholarship



To provide scholarships for students continuing their education at UCO who meet the following criteria: 

Eligibility Requirements 
  • Must have completed 12 credit hours at UCO
  • Must be enrolled in 6 hours or more in the upcoming fall semester
  • Must have a minimum of 2.5 GPA.  

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Allison Martin-Pumphrey Leadership Endowed Scholarship

Leadership
296171, 296172, 296163
To provide scholarships for students who are full-time, undergraduate students in the upcoming fall semester; 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have completed 12 hours at UCO 
  • Must have 3.0 cumulative GPA 
  • Significant contributions to the UCO campus through scholarship and leadership.

Awards Requirements
  • The recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive their scholarship.

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Alpha Gamma Delta Scholarship

Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships for an active collegiate member of the Epsilon Nu chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta in good standing. 

**If you are NOT an active collegiate member of the EN Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta and in good standing you are not eligible to receive this scholarship.** 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Junior or Senior in the upcoming fall semester;
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5,
  • Be an undergraduate, full-time student,
  • Be a member of Alpha Gamma Delta in good standing. 

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Alumni and Faculty Scholarship for Philosophy

philosophy, humanities, liberal arts, CLA, greek, latin
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is provided for philosophy students who demonstrate high academic promise.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Philosophy major
  • Completed at least 15 credit hours in Philosophy
  • Philosophy GPA will be primary consideration
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Alvin Alcorn Endowed Memorial Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies at UCO.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Majoring in any field related to College of Education & Professional Studies
  • Demonstrates extraordinary leadership skills 
  • Demonstrates financial need 
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming academic year

Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





American Fidelity and INSURICA Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to declared Insurance & Risk Management majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • US Citizen
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Insurance & Risk Management majors
Selection Process
  • Preference will be given to Oklahoma residents and incoming sophomores or juniors





Amy Wagner Memorial Scholarship for Reading Specialists


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a Masters of Education – Reading Specialist.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student pursuing their Master's of Education in Reading  
  • Preparing to become a Reading Specialist    
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Endorsed by (3) professors/community references
  • Demonstrates high scholarship (Overall GPA, Content GPA, and Current Coursework GPA will be used to determine)

Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Angie Debo Award for Scholarship and Civic Engagement

history, geography, CLA, liberal arts, leadership
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This award recognizes the efforts of Dr. Patti Loughlin to inspire, guide, and mentor students in UCO’s Department of History and Geography. All History and Geography undergraduates are eligible for this award, which focuses on academic excellence in combination with a commitment to the betterment of society.

Eligibility Requirements
  • History or Geography major
  • Undergraduate students
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Faculty recommendation including examples of scholarly activity and civic engagement





Anne Holzberlein Endowed Scholarship in Nursing

College of Math and Science College of Mathematics and Science CMS Nursing Cashion, Calumet, or Heritage Hall
296173, 296162
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be accepted into nursing program
  • Preference will be given to a student who graduated from Cashion, Calumet or Heritage Hall
  • If still eligible, preference will be given to prior scholarship recipient





ARL/DNA Solutions Endowed Scholarship

Forensic Science Graduate
296171, 296172
The scholarship is for UCO Students pursing a Forensic Science Degree. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student is registered as full time graduate
  • Must be a Forensic Science major
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Arlene Tsomah Poolaw Belindo Endowed Memorial Scholarship in Counseling Psychology


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to 3rd year graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are student pursuing a degree in Counseling Psychology. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Be a third year graduate of Counseling Psychology at the time award is given
  • Preference will be given to a student from an underserved population
  • Please provide supporting documentation to show how you were either previously or currently involved with any of the following organizations: Black Student Association, Asian American Student Association, Hispanic American Student Association, Native American Student Association         
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall or spring semester to receive award
  • All funds from this scholarship will be distributed during student teaching
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship                           





Austin Richardson Endowed Scholarship


296161
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education Professional Studies with a major in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Students with a major in the KHS Department
  • Preference given to a student athlete
  • In a short essay, please describe your academic and/or career goals and how receiving this scholarship will help achieve your goals.
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Bank of Oklahoma Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172

Eligibility Requirements
  • Full-time undergraduate student (enrolled in 12 hours or more)
  • U.S. citizen
  • Declared Accounting OR Finance major
  • Must have completed 45+ hours at the time of application
  • Not graduating prior to Fall 2023
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Preference to be given to students who are active in campus academic activities, the Accounting Club and the Finance Club
  • Preference to be given to students who work during the calendar year or who are active in extracurricular activities on campus
  • Financial need to be considered
  • Applicants who have family members who work at BOK are eligible to apply, but preference not given. 





Bannish-Byrne-Laverty Scholarship in Mathematics and Statistics


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296173
The Bannish-Byrne-Laverty Scholarship awardee is a student who embodies qualities that Drs. Brittany Bannish, Sean Laverty, Jesse Byrne, and Mrs. Karen Byrne value. This student enlivens the department with their enthusiasm for mathematics, collegial spirit, hard work, and support of others.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate Student
  • Minimum of 2.5 GPA
  • Must be a Mathematics and Statistics major
  • Preference is given to a Junior or Senior Mathematics and Statistics student





Barbara and George Rigler Endowed Scholarship



To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education Professional Studies who are majoring in degree in the Dr. Virginia Peters Kinesiology and Health Studies Department. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student must be a declared major within the Dr. Virginia Peters Kinesiology and Health Studies Department
  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Preference will be given to applicants who are UCO football and volleyball student athletes
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 





Barbara Kay Gilmore Endowed Scholarship for Drama in Memory of Russell and Hazel Gilmore


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2009 to support the UCO Theatre Arts Department. The scholarship was established and funded by the Russell and Hazel Gilmore Trust in honor of their daughter, the late Barbara Kay Gilmore. Barbara graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma, then known as Central State College, in 1966 with a B.S. in Education and subsequently taught drama in Kingfisher, Oklahoma until her passing.

Eligibility
  • Theatre performance major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
  • Completed 30+ hours
Requirements
  • Financial need considered
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Barbara Kay Gilmore Endowed Scholarship for English

English, creative writing, CLA, liberal arts, English Education, Education, creative
296161, 296165, 296171, 296172
These scholarships, established by Hazel Gilmore in honor of UCO alumna Barbara Kay Gilmore, recognize outstanding full—and part-time undergraduate and graduate students in English.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Full-time or part-time enrollment in Bachelor of Arts program in English, English/Creative Writing, English Education, or Master of Arts program in English (any minor)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Completed 60 undergrad credit hours or have attained graduate standing
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded
  • Can be awarded for research assistantships





Barbara Norman Scholarship

mass communication, strategic communication, communication
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship provides aid to a graduating senior who is a Mass Communication major in order to purchase clothing for job interviews. Dr. Barbara Norman was a faculty member at UCO for 35 years and served as the chair of the Department of Communication for 23 years.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Mass communications major
  • Graduating senior in the spring that the award is given





Barry Cladinos Memorial Perseverance Scholarship

Journalism
296173, 296165
To provide a scholarship to a current UCO student who meets the following criteria:

Eligibility
  • Complete the UCO Qualifying Application
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Must be an Edmond North High School graduate
  • Undergraduate student- sophomore or above
  • Preference is given to a Journalism major
Recipient Requirements
  • Write a thank you note for the scholarship donor
  • Attend a meeting at Paycom and tour facilities
     
The scholarship is available during the Current UCO Student Application.





Bernard & Lucille Hall Family Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
The Bernard & Lucille Hall Family Endowed Scholarship is open to declared PGA Golf Management majors with a minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared PGA Management major
  • Students must have completed at least one internship within the PGM program
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA
Selection Process
  • Financial need to be considered, but not preferred
  • One faculty recommendation letter is required (Please indicate the College of Business faculty member on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation)





Betty B. Wetterstrom Endowed Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to any major within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is also an Oklahoma resident. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate or graduate student within the College of Education and Professional Studies
  • Must be majoring in one of the following programs: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Bilingual Education/ TESL, Educational Leadership, Library Media Education, Reading or Secondary Education
  • Oklahoma resident

Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Betty VanAntwerp Estes Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to any education major within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is also an Oklahoma resident. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate or graduate student within the College of Education and Professional Studies
  • Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program
  • Must be a sophomore classification or above at the time the scholarship is awarded
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Student must have been raised in an Oklahoma town with a High School graduating class of 100 or fewer
  • Essay of 250 words describing the town you were raised in and your plan to teach in this or any other Rural Oklahoma town

Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Bill and Ann Cather Endowed Scholarship in Teacher Education



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to any education major within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is pursuing a career in education. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student within the College of Education and Professional Studies
  • Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program
  • 2.5 GPA or higher
  • In a short essay, please share how you intend to serve in the Oklahoma Public School system after graduation
  • Recipient must be in the semester of student teaching when award is received

Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Bill and Mary Lewis Special Education Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate or graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Special Education major at UCO- graduate or undergraduate
  • Must have completed 60 credit hours by the time funds are distributed
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Billie Heinzig Muzny Scholarship in Nursing


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Nursing major
  • GPA 3.0 or above
  • Financial need may be considered
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Biology Department Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Biology student
  • Criteria Varies
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Black and Randolph Families Scholarship in Education


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to any student pursuing a degree in education with the intent to teach.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA  
  • Must have completed 62 hours of credit   
  • Must be enrolled in minimum of 12 hours for each semester award received 
  • Must have completed FAFSA and be Pell Grant eligible  

Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Bob Burke Endowed Scholarship in Creative Writing Program

English, creative writing, graduate, read, reading, literature, creative, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Bob Burke Endowed Scholarship was established by historian, author, and attorney Bob Burke, to provide financial assistance to students applying to or enrolled in the Master of Arts program in Creative Writing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled in the Master of Arts program in Creative Writing
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • A letter explaining why the applicant is qualified to pursue this degree program and discuss ways in which pursuing the MFA in Creative Writing will facilitate their career plans 
  • Attach a writing sample of approximately 25 pages of a single project
  • Attach a 1 to 2 page statement describing the applicant's reading habits, naming a selection of significant texts that he/she has read recently, and explaining how those texts have influenced his/her understanding of literary art and goals as a writer
  • Must receive three letters of recommendation from faculty





Bob E. Palmer Scholarship for Visual Arts

Bob, Palmer, Bob E. Palmer, Visual, Art, Visual Arts
296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 1996 by the Tom and Marye Kate Aldridge Foundation in honor of Dr. Bob Palmer, renowned muralist and retired UCO professor of art.

Eligibility
  • Art or art education major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
  • Enrolled in 6 hours of art coursework
  • Demonstrate financial need
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Brisch Family Music Outreach Scholarship


296164, 296173
This scholarship was generously established in 2007 by Dr. Margaret Brisch in honor of her late husband, Dr. Hans Brisch, the fourth chancellor for the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education. A highly regarded educator herself, Margaret is a devoted supporter of our School of Music and is passionate about music outreach as a vital aspect of learning. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students within the School of Music who are active participants in the music outreach program.  Dr. Hans Brisch was named the fourth Chancellor for the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education on December 14, 1987. He is known for the courage, vision and strength he brought to the realm of higher education, often referring to his work through visual definition: “A classroom is four walls with a future inside.” As one of Oklahoma’s most respected leaders, he and his team ambitiously carried out the goal of providing higher education opportunities for Oklahomans, serving countless many in the name of “student success.”   

Born in Germany in 1940, Dr. Brisch immigrated to the United States at the age of 17 and completed his high school and college education while supporting himself through work, scholarships and loans. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Park College in Political Science with a minor in chemistry, and a Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degree in Political Science from the University of Kansas. Academic honors accorded to Hans Brisch include Fulbright-Hays Fellow, University of Alabama Research Grant Award, Venice Seminar Fellow, Public Administrative Fellow, Seminar Fellow – University of Belgrade and NDFL Title VI Fellow.   During his career, Dr. Brisch served as Chancellor for the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education. He received his Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Kansas. Early in his career he taught at the University of Alabama, University of Nebraska and Nebraska Wesleyan University and served at the Illinois Board of Higher Education. He also served as the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, Executive Assistant to the President, and Associate Executive Vice President and Provost at the University of Nebraska, and Chief of Staff for Nebraska Governor Kay Orr.  Dr. Brisch was a member of numerous professional, academic and civic organizations and held positions of active leadership in many of them.  Dr. Brisch passed away February 22, 2006, leaving his wife Margaret, their three children: Ellen, Matthew, and Megan, his grandson Samuel and his sister Gisela Bridge.

Eligibility
  • Any School of Music student
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript
  • Read the biography of Dr. Hans Brisch above and answer these questions in essay form:
    1. How have you helped and/or performed at elementary or secondary schools in the past?
    2. How would receiving this scholarship impact your life as a future musician?
    3. How do you see your involvement in the outreach program influencing students in the chosen schools?
    4. What inspired you to study music?
Responsibilities
  • Recipient required to participate in the music outreach program at least one a month





Brock Warren Memorial Scholarship

mass communication, broadcast, journalism, memorial, pro media, communication, mcomm, CLA, liberal arts
296170, 296171, 296172, 296165
This scholarship was established by the family of Brock Warren in his memory. It recognizes Professional Media students who are active in student media, with an interest in political reporting.​

Eligibility Requirements
  • Professional Media major
  • Full-time student
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Preference is given to Professional Media students who are active in student media with an interest in political reporting and a love of writing
  • Write a one-page essay demonstrating your fit for the scholarship
  • Financial need will be a consideration





Business Excellence Scholarship (Graduate)


296160, 296172
The Business Excellence Scholarship (Graduate) is open to MBA or MSBA graduate students with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA.

Eligibility Requirements
  • MBA or MSBA graduate students
  • Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher





Business Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate)


296160, 296172
The Business Excellence Scholarship is open to all undergraduate declared business majors who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applicants must have successfully completed a minimum of 30 credit hours at the time of application. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate students
  • Declared business majors
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Must have completed 30+ hours





C. Hubert Gragg Endowed Scholarship


296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to a full-time, undergraduate student who meets the following criteria: 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a minimum of 2.5 GPA 
  • Must be a sophomore or above

Award Requirement
  • Recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive their scholarship.

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Captain Zane and Linda Skinner Family Charitable Scholarship for Science


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students with the College of Mathematics and Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Majoring in Biology
  • Grade point average of 2.50 or higher
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Carl Breazeale Endowed Scholarship in Industrial Safety


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies pursuing a degree in Industrial Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Sophomore or junior status
  • Major in Industrial Safety or Occupational Safety
  • Taking at least (6) credit hours
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA 
  • Active participation in campus activities/organizations or volunteer in the community
  • Demonstrate financial need 

Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Carl Edward Northam Memorial Scholarship for Pre-Med


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology, Chemistry or Physics with the intent to continue their education to obtain a medical degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate student
  • Biology, Chemistry, or Physics major
  • Intent to continue education to obtain a medical degree
  • 3.5 GPA or above
  • Two letters of faculty recommendation/support





Carl F. Reherman Endowed Scholarship in Political Science

political science, undergraduate, UG, liberal arts, poli sci, veteran, military, single parent, non-traditional, need, CLA
296165, 296171, 296172
In celebration of Dr. Reherman's 30 years to UCO, not only as a non-traditional student, but as a professor and administrator, a scholarship was created in his name. The family wanted to honor Carl and reflect who he was by awarding a Political Science student who is following in his footsteps.

Eligibility Requirements
• Political Science major

• Must have completed 60 credit hours
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Undergraduate student                                                                                                                                              

• Preference given to an employed student taking a minimum of 6 hours
• Preference given to veterans, single parents, and/or non-traditional students                                                   
• Must provide a personal statement of 2 pages max explaining employment, background, and life goals including career goals





Carlita Walters Endowed Scholarship in Business


296170, 296171, 296172, 296160
This scholarship was created in memory of Carlita Walters by her son John Paul Walters, Jr. to support a Professional Selling or Real Estate student.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application and attach official transcript
  • Preference given to a student with a declared major in Professional Selling or Real Estate
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Recommendation by faculty member





Carlos and Kristi Evans Endowed Scholarship Fund


296160, 296171, 296172
The Carlos P. Evans Endowed Scholarship Fund is open to declared Finance majors. Students must submit a personal statement (minimum 400 words) describing academic and career goals. Must have completed 15 hours at time of application. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Must be U.S. citizen and Oklahoma resident. Financial need to be considered.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Finance majors
  • Completed 15+ hours
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • US Citizen
  • Oklahoma resident
  • Students must submit personal statement (minimum 400 words) describing academic and career goals
Selection Process
  • Financial need to be considered





Carmen G. Craney Endowed Scholarship in Nursing


296222, 296162
The Carmen G. Craney Endowed Scholarship honors alum Carmen Craney, ’01 Nursing, who returned to UCO to receive her nursing degree at 61.  She firmly believes in hard work and pursuing one’s dream through education.  Carmen is thrilled to be able to provide this nursing scholarship to a deserving student at UCO and she is sure that whoever receives this scholarship will do their best, and they will find much satisfaction in their nursing career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Minimum of 2.5 GPA
  • Must be a Nursing major
  • Preference to a Junior or Senior Nursing student





Carol Hamilton Creative Writing Endowed Scholarship

creative writing, graduate, english, CLA, liberal arts, creative
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
This scholarship was established by Drs. Stephen and Tamela Hamilton in honor of their mother, UCO alumna and former faculty member Carol Hamilton. The scholarship is awarded to a promising writer in the UCO Master of Arts in Creative Writing program.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Show promise as a Creative Writing student
  • First-year of the UCO Master of Arts in Creative Writing program
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship was awarded
  • Attach a 5-10 page creative writing sample





Carrie Cook Hill Endowed Scholarship in Theatre Education


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2020 in honor of Professor Carrie Cook Hill.  Scholarship will be awarded to a Sophomore, Junior or Senior Theatre Arts Education major with a 3.0 GPA. Candidates are required to write a 150 word essay.  

Eligibility
  • Theatre Arts Education Major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Sophomore, Junior or Senior
  • 150 Word Essay - "Why did you choose to be a Theatre Education major?"   
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Central Oklahoma CPCU Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Central Oklahoma CPCU Scholarship is open to declared Insurance & Risk Management majors or Insurance minors with the following eligibility requirements:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Declared Finance-Insurance & Risk Management major OR Insurance minor OR Insurance & Risk Management minor
  • Enrolled in at least 6 hours
  • Must have completed at least 15 hours at time of application
  • Member of the Actuary, Insurance & Risk Management Club





Charles C. Estes Endowed Photography Scholarship

Photography, Liberal Arts
296171, 296172, 296165
The recipient(s) of the Charles C. Estes Photography Scholarship must meet the following criteria:
 
  • Complete application and transcript
  • Declared minor or major in Photography
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled in 12 credit hours
  • Active in Mass Communications activities--and/or Photography Club
  • Essay of 250 words describing how you became interested in photography along with any plans for using photography in a future career.
  • Preference given to a student awarded the prior year if they continue to meet the scholarship criteria





Charles Pursifull Endowed Scholarship in Accounting


296160, 296171, 296172
Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting major
  • Service to the Accounting Club
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current student application period.





Chef John Bennett Memorial Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who area majoring in Nutrition and Food Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • HES Major: Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Management
  • Undergraduate or Graduate Student
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship.

Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 





Chemistry Department Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry student
  • Criteria Varies
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Cheryl Lyn Paige Endowed Scholarship


296170, 296171, 296222, 296163
This scholarship was established to support students from small Oklahoma towns who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student must have been raised in an Oklahoma town with a High School graduating class of 100 or fewer
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • US citizen
  • 250-word essay describing the town and the impact the scholarship will make

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Citizens Bank of Edmond Endowed Scholarship Fund


296160, 296171, 296172
The Citizens Bank of Edmond Endowed Scholarship Fund is open to full-time undergraduate students with a declared College of Business major. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Full-time Undergraduate student
  • Students should list any group memberships or community activities in their application
Selection Process
  • Preference will be given to candidates who are actively involved in community or campus-based activities and/or groups





Clara Kessler and Paul Walters Endowed Memorial Scholarship

english, education, english ed, CLA, liberal arts, teach, teaching
296165
This scholarship honors UCO alumna and Eastern Washington University faculty member Clara Kessler, and a former student of hers, Paul Walters. It recognizes an English Education major who intends to teach English.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled in Bachelor of Arts in Education program in English Education
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Cline Family Endowed Scholarship


296173, 296160
Alum and business entrepreneur, Chris Cline, created the Cline Family Endowed Scholarship to encourage the next generation of business leaders.

Eligibility requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Preference given a 2BL Junior or Senior
  • Preference given towards a 2BL student that has an interest in Real Estate, Construction or Design





College of Business Annual Fund Scholarship


296160
College of Business Annual Fund Scholarship





CompSource Mutual Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The CompSource Mutual Endowed Scholarship is open to declared Insurance & Risk Management majors that meet the following eligibility requirements: 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Insurance & Risk Management majors
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Must have completed at least 12 hours at the time of application
  • U.S. citizen
Selection Process
  • Preference will be given to Oklahoma residents, and incoming sophomores or juniors
Award Requirements
  • Once the recipient receives the scholarship they will continue to hold the scholarship for a maximum of three years, or until graduation, whichever comes first, provided the following criteria are met: 
    •  Student maintains 3.0 cumulative GPA  
    •  Student continues to make progress toward a degree in Insurance & Risk Management





Connor Hicks Memorial Endowed Music Scholarship


296164, 296173
This scholarship was established in 2018 by Ronnie Hicks in honor of his son Connor Hicks. Connor, a songwriter, musician and former ACM@UCO student, passed away unexpectedly in 2017 at the age of 20. He was a member of the Chickasaw Nation and an administrative aide for the Chickasaw Nation Office of Governmental Affairs. Preference will be given to ACM@UCO performance majors and to Native American students, with additional preference given to a Member of the Chickasaw Nation (CDIB card required). Preference is also given to previous recipients.

Eligibility
  • ACM@UCO major
  • Sophomore, junior or senior
  • Enrolled full time (12+ hours undergraduate, 9+ hours graduate)
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript
  • CDIB card (if applicable)
Selection Process
  • Preference given to a contemporary music performance major, member of the Chickasaw Nation, Native American student, and/or previous recipients (in that order)





Cora Morton Loafman Scholarship for Human Environmental Sciences


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students who are pursuing their degree within Human Environmental Sciences department.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing a degree within the Human Environmental Sciences Department at UCO
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Cordelia Steen Memorial Scholarship

History
296171, 296172, 296165
To provide a scholarship to a UCO Student who meets the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete the qualifying application and submit a transcript
  • Must be a declared history major or minor
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA 
  • Provide a one-page essay on your thoughts regarding patriotism and preserving American history.
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Open to all residents of Oklahoma, preference given to a current Edmond resident
  • Preference will be given to applicants who have an affiliation with the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
Award Requirements
  • Recipient of the scholarship is required to attend a meeting of the Cordelia Steen Chapter
  • Must write a thank you letter to the Steen family donors.





Cotton Family Endowed Scholarship

Incoming students Incoming Freshman Freshmen Engineering Nursing Teacher Education Teaching Working

Scholarship mission: To provide scholarships to Incoming Freshmen & Transfer students who plan to major in majors that support Oklahoma's Workforce Development needs.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete the Incoming Student Qualifying Application
  • Must be an Incoming Freshman or transfer student
  • Must have graduated from an Oklahoma high school
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Must be working either part-time or full-time during college
  • Must be majoring in OK Workforce Development needs with preference given to Engineering, Nursing, and Teacher Education Students
  • Must write a 250-word essay describing work plans while attending college, along with degree pursuing and why

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Incoming Student scholarship period.





Craig Foundation Endowed Scholarship

Canadian County El Reno Grady County Chickasha Comanche County Lawton Full-time Undergraduate
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
To provide scholarships for students continuing their education at UCO who meet the following criteria: 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Preference is given to students with a 2.25-3.25 GPA
  • Must be from Canadian County with a preference to El Reno, Grady County with a preference to Chickasha, or Comanche County with a preference to Lawton
  • Preference given to previous recipients
This scholarship will be available during Current Student applications.





Cully-Peteteketv Endowed Scholarship

College of Liberal Arts, CLA, liberal arts, Indigenous, Black, Latinx, POC, BIPOC, social justice, BLM, scholarship
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship honors a College of Liberal Arts major whose research, creative, scholarly, and/or service activities promote the resilience of American Indian communities.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to all declared majors in the College of Liberal Arts whose research, creative, scholarly, and/or service activities promote the resilience of American Indian communities
  • Junior, senior, or graduate classification
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Applicant will provide a personal statement that intersects their lived experience with the resilience of American Indian communities 
  • Must submit a letter of recommendation by one UCO College of Liberal Arts faculty member
  • Must submit a research, creative, scholarly, and/or service artifact that provides evidence of their effort to promote the resilience of American Indian communities 





Curto Dikes Memorial Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Kinesiology – Outdoor and Community Recreation.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an Outdoor and Community Recreation major at UCO.
  • In a short essay, applicants must demonstrate a financial need for this scholarship. 
  • In the same essay, please demonstrate your passion and involvement with the Outdoor and Community Recreation program and/ or community. Please provide examples.
 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee

Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Cynthia B. Coleman Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • 2.25 GPA or above   
  • Undergraduate student   
  • Chemistry major 
  • Two faculty recommendations 





Dale McConathy Art Scholarship


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 1992 in honor of UCO alumnus Dale Edward McConathy.

Eligibility
  • Art major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
  • 12+ completed hours at UCO
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Daniel Smith Photography Scholarship

photography, mass communication, CLA, liberal arts, photo, pro media
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established by former faculty member Karen McGrath, honoring UCO's Director of Photographic Services, Dan Smith, for his contributions to the campus. It provides a scholarship to a Photographic Arts major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Photography major
  • Junior or Senior status in the fall that the scholarship is disbursed
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled full-time





Danielle Lelene Barnes Endowed Scholarship

English, gender, sexuality, LGBTQ, women's studies, women, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship, established in memory and honor of UCO student Danielle Lelene Barnes, recognizes a student with a minor in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • English major
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Women's Gender, and Sexuality Studies major or minor
  • Must submit a writing sample 
  • Preference given to a student who is active in the Association of Women’s Studies Student Organization
  • Preference given to a female, minority student





Darci Oplotnik Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students who have been verified through FAFSA as a former ward of the court

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student     
  • Student must have completed or be currently enrolled in a core math course     
  • Student must be verified through FAFSA as a former ward of the court     
  • Preference will be given to previous recipients
  • Two faculty recommendations  





David and Kay Bickham Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296173
The David and Kay Bickham Scholarship is open to declared College of Business majors. Students must be enrolled full-time, an international student, and have completed at least 30 hours at UCO at the time of application.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business majors
  • Enrolled Full time
  • International Student
  • Completed at least 30 hours at UCO





David Henry Memorial Scholarship


296160, 296173
The David Henry Memorial Scholarship is open to declared Marketing (Marketing or Professional Selling) majors who are permanent residents of Oklahoma.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Marketing (Marketing or Professional Selling) majors
  • Permanent Oklahoma residents





Dean's Scholarship Award for the College of Fine Arts and Design


296164, 296172
Established in 2007, this scholarship is open to upper-level students of the UCO College of Fine Arts and Design who demonstrate high academic achievement, distinctive artistry and distinguishing leadership and character. This scholarship is considered our highest scholarship honor. Recipient must possess a high level of artistry in your area of discipline and demonstrate leadership, personal achievement, integrity and character.

Eligibility
  • Any CFAD major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.5+
  • Junior, senior or graduate student
  • Enrolled full time (12+ hours undergraduate, 9+ hours graduate)
Requirements
  • Two faculty references
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Debra Papajohn Reed Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2013 to honor the memory of the late Debra Papajohn Reed. Debra earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Central Oklahoma in 2008 and subsequently taught courses in the UCO Theatre Arts Department. Debra was a well-known master cosmetologist and makeup artist in both the Lyric Theatre and Civic Theatre communities over the span of a successful, 40-year career.

Eligibility
  • Theatre or musical theatre major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Sophomore, junior or senior
Requirements
  • One-page essay about how the role of make-up, hairstyling, costuming, scene design and other technical aspects of theatre impact the quality of a production.  
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Delores Darlene Gage Endowed Scholarship

Community Engagement Community Service
296163, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is available to a full-time, undergraduate student who demonstrates exceptional commitment to community engagement and is in good standing academically.  

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Complete essay on community engagement
  • Letter of Recommendation 

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Delta Dental Scholarship


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Mathematics and Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Open to undergraduate students
  • Completed 45 hours
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Must have a declared intent to study in the field of Dentistry     
  • Participation in student pre-dental group on campus or participated in community service geared towards dental needs
  • Two faculty recommendations 
Selection Requirements
  • Priority Consideration will be given to students who have or are currently “shadowing” a dental professional, 
  • The recipient must not be the Donor or an immediate family member of the Donor.





Dennis Moutray Scholarship Fund in Business


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
Eligibility Requirements
  • ​​​​​​​Business major 
  • Evidence of financial need as indicated through the application of the FAFSA and as determined by the EFC
  • In good academic standing with the university 
  • 2.0 GPA or higher 





Department of Mathematics and Statistics Outstanding Student of the Year Scholarship


296222, 296162
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics Outstanding Student of the Year Scholarship was established by former UCO staff member Sharon Kelting. Sharon created the scholarship to honor her children (UCO Math and Stat alums) and her colleagues.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Minimum of 2.5 GPA
  • Must be a Mathematics and Statistics major
  • Preference to a Junior or Senior Mathematics and Statistics student





Department of Sociology, Gerontology, and Substance Abuse Studies Scholarship

sociology, substance abuse studies, gerontology, CLA, liberal arts, SAS
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship recognizes Sociology, Gerontology, or Substance Abuse Studies students who show passion and commitment to their chosen major as evidenced by strong academic performance.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate majoring in Sociology or graduate majoring in Substance Abuse Studies or Gerontology
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded
  • Must provide a writing sample in the form of a paper done of Sociology-Substance Abuse Studies Coursework





DeShazer and Hamm Endowed Scholarship


296163
To honor the contributions of friends and family of Jordan DeShazer and Ryan Hamm, an endowed scholarship will support a student within the Peer Health Leader program each year. The Peer Health Leader program at the University of Central Oklahoma is administered and advised out of the Department of Wellness and Sport. This group of students annually programs in a variety of topics to support student growth, learning and development in health-related issues.

The student leader who will be supported through the aforementioned endowed scholarship will be asked to develop programs specific to substance abuse. These programs can be delivered in a way that is suitable to the student and supported by the advisor of the Peer Health Leader program. Recognizing that delivery methods may need to change with new technology and new topics, the scholarship recipient is free to exercise creativity and innovation as they fulfill the expectations and spirit of their role.

Each year, the student will receive a description of the scholarship and the story of Jordan DeShazer and Ryan Hamm, and the tragic circumstances of their death in August of 2016. This description will serve as a foundation for the student's program ideas and development.

Other peer leaders will be invited to participate in the implementation of the annual program(s) that support a deeper understanding of substance abuse.

Preference will be given to students who are pursuing degrees in health or criminal justice fields.





Diogenes Endowed Study Abroad Scholars Program

Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Education, Classical Literature, History, liberal arts, CLA, abroad, study tour, tour, independent study, foreign exchange
296165, 296171, 296172
In the spirit of Diogenes, who was known for seeking the truth, this scholarship supports students to broaden their horizons through an immersive engagement with target cultures and countries through study abroad.  The Diogenes award may fund group travel or individual projects, including but not limited to study tours, a semester (or year) abroad at one of UCO’s partner institutions, or independent study (done for credit) which involves travel abroad for a minimum of two weeks, supervised by a UCO faculty member. Students participating in domestic study tours are not eligible.

There is a preference for students doing independent study.

This endowment is made possible by the generosity of Sara and John Turner, both lifelong learners filled with intellectual curiosity and committed to hard work and perseverance.  They wanted to broaden the horizons for bright, self-motivated students and make it possible for them to see and explore the world, bringing a larger truth, in the spirit of Diogenes, back to Oklahoma.

Eligibility requirements
  • UCO students majoring in Liberal Arts- or in the research areas of Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Education, Classical Literature or History
  • US Citizens with a preference, when possible, for Oklahoma residents
  • A preference for students with a 3.0 GPA although students with a GPA above 2.75 may submit a written statement, detailing their commitment to their studies and will be considered based on demonstrated academic improvement
  • A letter of reference and support by a UCO faculty member
  • A letter of justification from the student, as part of the application, that speaks to their experience as a self-starter, their reasons for wanting an international experience and includes a tentative budget.  The letter should also include a plan to share their experience with a wider audience.  Digital counts but an in-person opportunity to speak to a group about the impact of the trip must be included.
  • Upon completion, the student must provide, in writing, to their faculty advisor for the study tour a summary of the group to whom they shared their experience, e.g. a class, community group, etc., and a reflection on whether they believe they inspired any others to broaden their horizons.





Diversified Energy Senior Scholarship



Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Preference given for a student who plans on entering the Energy, Oil, & Gas field
  • Must be a Senior who will graduate the next semester
  • Preference given to students from Accounting, Economics- Energy, Human Resources/Management and ISOM departments





Don and Susanne Betz Endowed Scholarship for Study Abroad

Study Abroad
296163, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships for a student who is studying abroad or has studied abroad.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a current UCO student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Must currently be a sophomore or junior
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or more

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Don Betz Leadership in the Arts Scholarship


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This scholarship was established in 2007 to honor then provost and former president of the University of Central Oklahoma, Dr. Don Betz. Dr. Betz is an ardent supporter of the arts and was a key advocate for the establishment of a fine arts and design college at Central. Recipients must demonstrate leadership, personal achievement, integrity and character.

Eligibility
  • Any CFAD major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Junior, senior, or graduate student
  • Enrolled full-time (12+ Hours Undergraduate, 9+ Hours Graduate)
Requirements
  • Two faculty recommendation letters
  • One-page (double-spaced) essay on your philosophy of leadership in the arts
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Donna Nigh Scholarship for Special Education Majors


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to Juniors or Seniors within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Special Education major
  • 2.75 GPA or higher 
  • Enrolled full-time (12 hours or more)
  • Must be a junior or senior for the academic year in which the scholarship is awarded 

Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
  • 3 junior students awarded and 3 senior students awarded
 
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Doug Duke Endowment for Excellence

debate, competition, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to honor the late Doug Duke, also known as the guru of speech and debate in Oklahoma, who taught for 38 years at UCO. Duke created a legacy of debate teams that brought home enough trophies to fill a room, including two national championships. This scholarship is provided for meeting the immediate needs of debaters.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Continuing student in fall semester that scholarship is awarded





Douglas R. Getzoff Endowed Theatre Design Scholarship


296164, 296173
This scholarship was established in 2006 after the passing of theatre professor Douglas R. Getzoff, who taught set and technical design at UCO for 14 years.

Eligibility
  • Theatre design major
  • Junior or senior
  • Enrolled full time (12+ credit hours)
  • Completed 12+ hours at UCO
Requirements
  • 500-1000 word essay stating your short-term goals (those while studying at UCO) and long-term goals (those to be achieved upon graduation from UCO)
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Dr. A. DeWade Langley Endowed Law Enforcement Scholarship

College of Liberal Arts, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Officer
296170, 296171, 296172, 296165
The recipient(s) of the DeWade Langley Endowed Law Enforcement Scholarship will meet the following criteria:
  • Complete application
  • Declared Criminal Justice Major
  • Minimum 2.5 combined retention GPA
  • Current or former law enforcement officer
  • Demonstrated financial need as shown through FAFSA completion
  • U.S. Citizen

The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution in the following fall and spring semesters.





Dr. Beverley Cox Endowed Scholarship for Biology


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Majoring in Biology
  • Demonstrate an outstanding academic record (including GPA, university service activities, and student scholarly activities)
  • Must be completing 75 hours of credit towards degree
  • Two faculty recommendations
Selection Requirements
  • Preference will be given to current active military or a military veteran with an interest in the healthcare profession





Dr. Brett Sharp Scholarship for Public Administration

public administration, political science, graduate, grad student, CLA, liberal arts, MPA
296165, 296172
This scholarship, established by MPA alumnus Kory Atcuson to honor his former Political Science professor, Dr. Brett Sharp, recognizes UCO MPA students for their commitment to academic excellence as well as professional experience.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate Student
  • Minimum part-time graduate status
  • Enrolled for the semester after scholarship is disbursed
  • Master’s in Public Administration major
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Submit an essay between 2 and 3 pages in length on how your academic studies and practical experiences have/will shape you as a Public Administrator





Dr. Carl H. Guild Jr. & Dr. Thomas E. Guild Endowed Scholarship


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The Dr. Carl H. Guild Jr. & Dr. Thomas E. Guild Endowed Scholarship is open to declared College of Business majors, with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, a minimum of 15 hours completed at the time of application.
Students who apply must have plans to attend law school after graduation and may not be eligible to graduate prior to Fall 2023-2024. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Completed at least 15 hours
  • Must have plans to attend Law School
  • Must not be eligible for graduation prior to Fall 2024





Dr. Carolyn Pool Scholarship in Museum Studies

Museum Studies, history, geography, CLA, liberal arts, graduate
296171, 296172, 296165
This scholarship was established by Dr. Patricia Loughlin in memory and honor of Dr. Carolyn Pool, for her work as the Director of Museum Studies. It recognizes a History and Geography student who is active in Museum Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled at UCO as full-time student
  • History-Museum Studies major
  • Minimum GPA 3.0
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Charles H. & Larissa McBurney Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is preparing for a teaching career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student preparing for a teaching career
  • Student doing their student teaching when scholarship is awarded
  • Demonstrates high scholarship (Overall GPA, Content GPA, and PTE GPA will be used to determine)
  • Demonstrates high moral character (participation in campus & community activities)
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Seniors graduating in December are eligible to receive full scholarship in their last semester
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Charles Hughes Endowed Scholarship for Engineering and Physics


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Engineering and Physics majors
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Cheng & Feng Research Scholarship


296160, 296173
The Dr. Cheng & Feng Research Scholarship is open to full-time students who are declared Management Information Systems majors with demonstrated research and leadership abilities. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Management Information Systems majors
  • Demonstrated research and leadership abilities
  • Full-time students
Selection Process
  • Preference is given to students demonstrating active participation in undergraduate research





Dr. Cheryl B. Frech Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry


296170, 296171, 296172, 296162
This scholarship honors retired faculty member Dr. Cheryl Frech, who enthusiastically encouraged many students to pursue an education in Chemistry. This scholarship will provide assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Chemistry and are active in Chemistry Club. The recipient(s) of the Dr. Cheryl B. Frech Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry will be selected by committee appointed by the Dean of the College of Mathematics and Science and will include representatives from the Department of Chemistry. The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution the following fall and/or spring semesters.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Minimum of 2.5 GPA
  • Must be a Chemistry major
  • Preference will be given to a student who is active in Chemistry Club





Dr. Cheryl Myers Endowed Scholarship for Interior Design


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2012 by Tom and Judy Love in honor of Dr. Cheryl Myers, former program director of the interior design division at the University of Central Oklahoma.

Eligibility
  • Interior Design major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Junior or Senior
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Dr. Chuck Stumbaugh Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Dr. Chuck Stumbaugh Endowed Scholarship is open to declared Accounting majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA who have completed 45 or more credit hours at the item of application. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting majors
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Completed at least 45 hours
  • Students must be active in student life at UCO
  • Able to demonstrate financial need
Selection Process
  • Working students preferred, but not required





Dr. Churchill Gender and Sexuality Student Scholarship

gender, sexuality, LGBT, BGLTQ+, LGBTQ, Center, the Center, CLA, liberal arts, women
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
This scholarship was founded by Dr. Lindsey Churchill who is also the founding director of the Women's Research Center and the BGLTQ+ Student Center at UCO. It is awarded to an excelling student(s) with a minor or major in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 2.0 GPA
  • Major or Minor in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





English, CLA, liberal arts, external
296165, 296171, 296172
The Dr. Claude Arnold Scholarship Award is made possible by Dr. Mark Allen Everett; this scholarship honors a student who achieves in the classroom and who shows excellent research ability and potential in their field. The Everett Family Fund was established at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation by Dr. Everett, father of Howard Dean Everett.

Must apply through the OCCF website.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled at the University of Central Oklahoma
  • Must be a Classical Literature and/or English Major; preference may be given to those studying with an emphasis in Old English, Medieval, or Renaissance literature
  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA equal to or greater than 3.5 in their English courses, and an overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.0





Dr. Clif Warren Writers Endowed Scholarship

English, creative writing, CLA, liberal arts, MA, graduate, writer, writing, creative
296165, 296172
In memory of Dr. Clif' Warren, this scholarship will benefit deserving students pursuing a master's degree in Creative Writing. Dr. Warren was a former dean of the College of Liberal Arts and professor emeritus of English Literature, Humanities, and Creative Writing at UCO for over 40 years. A distinguished writer, critic, columnist, and television personality, Dr. Warren was a compelling advocate for the arts and intellectual freedom during his career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum of 6 hours in the Creative Writing master's program
  • Maintain a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5 or undergraduate GPA of 3.5 for students just entering the Creative Writing MA program
  • Proof of Admission into the Creative Writing MA Program
  • Writing Sample of at least 15 pages, not to exceed 20 pages
  • Preference given to previous recipient(s) of the Dr. Clif Warren Writers Endowed Scholarship





Dr. David Hart Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major 
  • 2.25 GPA or above   
  • Undergraduate student 
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





English, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was made possible by a generous gift from the Michael Adam Everett Memorial Fund and the late Dr. Mark Allen Everett. The Everett Family Fund was established at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation by Dr. Mark Everett, father of Howard Dean Everett. This scholarship is awarded to a student with service contributions to the English department, campus, and community.

Must apply through the OCCF website.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled at University of Central Oklahoma
  • Must be an English Major – preference may be given to a student with individual service contributions to the English department, campus, and community
  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA equal to or greater than 3.5 in their English courses, and an overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.0





Dr. Diane Martin-Gutel Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Teacher Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be admitted to teacher education
  • Provide a one-page essay promoting the inclusion of special education students in your classroom
  • Preference will be given to students who are active within the BGLTQ+ student center at UCO
  • Preference also given to student applicants who have completed PTE 3023, Foundations of American Education
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Students in the semester of student teaching are eligible for the full award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Dianne L. Busch Endowed Scholarship


296170, 296171, 296172, 296163
To support a current UCO student who meets the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a full time undergraduate student
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours for the upcoming fall and spring semesters
  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Working student preferred
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Dr. Donald E. Fleming Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296173
The Dr. Donald E. Fleming Endowed Scholarship is open to declared Finance majors who are enrolled full-time. Students must have completed at least 74 hours at the time of their application and begin their senior year in fall 2024 (i.e., senior standing = 90 hours earned). The student must demonstrate significant scholastic achievement. The student must demonstrate participation in significant campus activities showing leadership abilities and potential for achievement in the business world. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Finance majors
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Completed at least 74 hours
  • Beginning senior year in fall 2024
  • Senior standing - must have completed at least 90 hours
  • Demonstrate significant scholastic achievement
  • Demonstrate participation in significant campus activities showing leadership abilities and potential for achievement in the business world
Selection Process
  • Students must have a desire to be successful in the business world with a promise of future career success





Dr. Donna Cobb Scholarship in Exercise and Fitness Management


296161
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education Professional Studies who are majoring in Kinesiology- Exercise Fitness Management.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student who are majoring in Kinesiology - Exercise Fitness Management
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA
  • Must provide 2 letters of professional recommendation
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Earl C. Rice Endowed Mathematics Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Math and Sciences pursing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Major in Mathematics Education
  • Full-time student
  • Provide two faculty letters of reference





Dr. Ethel Derrick Endowed Scholarship for Biology


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Major in Biology 
  • Two faculty recommendations 





Dr. Fakhrildeen "Al" Albahadily Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Full-time undergraduate or graduate student
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Major in Chemistry
  • Must be sophomore, junior or senior status
  • Preference will be given to students who are interested in attending graduate school for Chemistry





Dr. Fred Grosz Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry or Forensic Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major or Chemistry/Forensic Science double major
  • 2.25 GPA or above
  • Undergraduate or graduate student
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Fred Jordan Endowed Scholarship

Forensic Science Graduate
296172
The scholarship is for UCO Students pursing a Forensic Science degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • New student admitted to the MS in Forensic Science Program with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.25
  • Current MS in Forensic Science student with minimum 3.5 GPA

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Dr. Fred’s (William A. Frederickson) Mentorship Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Psychology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate or Graduate student in the psychology program
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours for graduate students or 12 credit hours for undergraduate students
  • Participant in a student research assistantship when awarded
  • Must include a faculty reference letter 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 
  





Dr. Gayle A Kearns Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Adult Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student majoring in Adult Education in the Department of Occupational & Technology Education 
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Enrolled in 3 credit hours or more
  • Oklahoma resident
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Gerry C. Pinkston Endowed Graduate Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
This fund provides scholarships for graduate students within the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate degree in the department of Kinesiology and Health Studies
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Must submit a personal statement including career goals, financial need and evidence of professional development
  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours when the scholarship is received
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Harrison Hedley Way Endowed Scholarship for Educational Leadership


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a graduate degree in Education Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student pursuing a graduate degree in Education Leadership
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrate through a personal statement, a desire to continue working in the Oklahoma Public School System as a school administrator
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. J. Michael and Kathryn M. Steffen Pre-Dental Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology or Chemistry with the intent to continue their education to obtain a dental degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Must be Junior or Senior status
  • Biology or Chemistry major
  • Intent to continue education to obtain a dental degree
  • 3.3 GPA or above
  • U.S. citizen
  • Oklahoma resident
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Write 1,000 word essay explaining why applicant is pursuing a career in dentistry
  • Two letters of faculty recommendation/support





Dr. Jaime Burns Scholarship in Criminal Justice

corrections, criminal justice, CLA, liberal arts, CJ, police, officer
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to an excelling student with the chosen major of Criminal Justice.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Criminal Justice major
  • Preference is given to students who plan to pursue a career in corrections
  • Minimum 3.3 GPA
  • Minimum of 60 hours of coursework completed
  • Must include a two page, double spaced essay addressing: 1. What are your career goals? 2. What is your philosophy on corrections? 3. How do you see yourself impacting the Criminal Justice System?





Dr. James Caster Scholarship in Legal Studies

political science, legal, CLA, liberal arts, poli sci, law
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship, established by alumnus Ben Odom, is named in honor of Dr. James Caster and is intended to aid a Political Science major attend law school.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Political Science major
  • Full-time student
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA overall
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded
  • Please provide a two page essay describing need and intent to pursue a law degree





Dr. James Dechter Scholarship in Chemistry


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Student must be majoring in Chemistry 
  • Must have completed 15 hours
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. James Machell Leadership Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a declared CEPS major
  • Must submit resume
  • 3.0 or higher GPA
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Janet Jordan White Endowed Scholarship in Teacher Education


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are a declared teacher education major at UCO. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student majoring in any teacher education program
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Provide a short essay demonstrating financial need including all sources of funding available to student (grants, loans, scholarships, etc.)
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
  • Preference given to prior year recipient as long as they are eligible
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Jere Roberson Scholarship in Social Justice

history, geography, social justice, CLA, liberal arts, justice
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
The goal of this scholarship is to honor the legacy and social justice work of Dr. Jere Roberson and to empower historically underrepresented student communities to persist in their educational goals and become role models.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 2.8 overall GPA
  • Undergraduate or graduate student
  • Any major in the Department of History and Geography
  • Preference given to a student from a community historically underrepresented with financial need
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded
  • Provide a personal statement of 1.5 - 2 page (max) explaining background and life goals including career goals
  • Applicant will provide a statement identifying their social justice activities over the last 5 years
  • Reference letters from at least two of the applicant's professors are required





Dr. Jimmie Thrash Memorial Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies pursuing a degree in Adult Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student
  • Demonstrates academic achievement
  • Demonstrates financial need
Selection Process
  • Recipient(s) of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Joan E. Bottger Endowed Scholarship for Kinesiology


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are preparing to teach Physical Education & Health in the school or university setting.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student preparing to teach Physical Education & Health in the school or university setting
  • Admitted to teacher education program & accepted for student teaching
  • Active member of the UCO Kinesiology & Health Studies major club and/or Physical Education Majors club (PEM) & the Oklahoma Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (OAHPERD)
  • Involved in Kinesiology & Health Studies Departmental activities
  • Demonstrate commitment to a physically active & physically fit lifestyle
  • Demonstrate appropriate behavior reflective of a professional person
  • Financial need to be considered 
  • Transfer students & graduate students may be considered for these scholarships but preference will be given to undergraduate students who have been at UCO for all or most of their undergraduate years
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship   
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Joann McCarthy Endowed Scholarship in Educational Leadership


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Educational Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Any student pursuing their graduate degree in Educational Leadership 
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Must be currently certified as an Oklahoma teacher or counselor
  • Nationally Board certified preferred but not required
  • Must be currently working as an Oklahoma teacher or counselor with a family to support
  • Must demonstrate through a personal statement a desire to continue working in the Oklahoma Public School System
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 





Dr. Joann McCarthy Endowed Student Teacher Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are student teaching in the upcoming academic year. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student preparing for a teaching career
  • Student doing their student teaching when scholarship is awarded
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall or spring semester to receive award
  • All funds from this scholarship will be distributed during student teaching
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Joe Ahmadifar Endowed Scholarship in Occupational Safety



To provide scholarship assistance to students majoring in Industrial or Occupational Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an Occupational Safety major at UCO
  • Must be in good academic standing with the department
  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Preference will be given to international student applicants
  • Preference will also be given to student applicants with English as a second language
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. John A. Maisch Endowed Memorial Scholarship for Social Impact


296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was created in remembrance of Dr. John Maisch who was a Professor of Business Law at UCO. Dr. Maisch impacted countless lives and served as a mentor and inspiration to many, including his legal studies students who wrote "He was much more than a professor - he was an advocate and a voice of encouragement to everyone he encountered." 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an undergraduate student
  • Must have a minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Must be a continuing student in the fall semester the scholarship is awarded
Scholarship Requirements
  • Upload official transcript
  • Must write a personal statement describing a community service project that you have completed or are proposing, addressing a social issue with a population. Include volunteer hours involved, community needs addressed, how research or best practices were or will be integrated, and the community partner that was or will be included in the planning and implementation of the work.
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Dr. Karen J. Dowd Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the department of Kinesiology and Health Studies within College of Education Professional Studies

Eligibility Requirements
  • Students within the department of Kinesiology and Health Studies within College of Education Professional Studies
  • Must be an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Kinesiology or a graduate student pursuing a degree in Wellness Management
  • Must have a minimum 2.50 GPA for Undergraduate and 3.0 GPA for Graduate
  • Must upload a personal statement including career goals, financial need and evidence of professional development: volunteerism and/or organizational memberships. 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Kathleen Black Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education and Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in any field within Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Any undergraduate student who is pursuing a degree in the Kinesiology and Health Studies field
  • Enrolled full-time (12 hours) 
  • Minimum of 2.0 GPA 
  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semesters to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Kaye Sears’ Honorary Scholarship for Professionalism


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is a major in Human Environmental Sciences.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Be an active member in a professional organization related to our field: Central Council on Family Relations (CCRF), Advocates for Children and Families (ACF), or Phi Upsilon Omicron
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Must be a declared major in one of the following: Child Development, Marriage & Family, Gerontology, Infant Child Specialist, Family Life Educator, Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Preference will be given to graduate applicants
  • Must submit essay demonstrating character, integrity, professionalism and financial need
  • Must be a junior, senior, or graduate student at time of distribution
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Kristi Archuleta Endowed Scholarship in Organizational Leadership


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Organizational Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Organizational Leadership
  • Minimum 3.3 GPA (UCO Overall GPA)
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Submit (2) faculty recommendation letters
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Dr. Larry Foster Memorial Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Dr. Larry Foster Memorial Scholarship is available for students to apply for who meet the following eligibility requirements:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Legal Studies or Accounting major
  • Earned a minimum of 45 credit hours at the time of application
  • Not eligible to graduate prior to Fall 2024
  • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Demonstrate financial need





Dr. Larry Westmoreland Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major
  • 2.25 GPA or above  
  • Undergraduate student 
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Lee Beasley Pre-Dental Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology or Chemistry with the intent to continue their education to obtain a dental degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Biology or Chemistry major
  • Student must be completing 75 hours
  • Intent to continue education to obtain a dental degree  
  • 3.0 GPA or above  
  • Two letters of faculty recommendation/support





Dr. Loree M. Rice Scholarship

English, English education, ed, education, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This scholarship was created in honor of Dr. Loree M. Rice, Professor Emerita of English. It is intended to assist an outstanding junior English Education major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled in Bachelor of Arts in Education program – English Education
  • Junior status
  • Continuing student in the fall semester after the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Luis D. Montes Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry


296162, 296171, 296172
This scholarship honors faculty member Dr. Luis Montes who currently serves as Chair of the Department of Chemistry.  This scholarship will provide assistance to students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Chemistry. 

The recipient(s) of the Dr. Luis D. Montes Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry will be selected by the Chemistry Department Awards and Scholarship committee. The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution the following fall and spring semesters.  

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application process online and attach an up-to-date transcript
  • Student must demonstrate service within the department of Chemistry (ex. SI, research, lab assistant, etc.)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Student must have one (1) faculty recommendation





Dr. Margaret Hamilton Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology with an emphasis in Botany.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Major in Biology (preference to students with an emphasis in Botany)   
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0   
  • Must have completed 60 hours of credit towards degree   
  • Demonstrate financial need 
  • Two faculty recommendations 





Dr. Mari Scott Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Early Childhood Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Early Childhood Education major
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Mark Maddy Endowed Memorial Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate or graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be admitted to the Teacher Ed program or degree seeking M.Ed in Secondary Ed program at UCO
  • Preference will be given to music education applicants
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Michael Metzger Memorial Endowed Scholarship for Economics


296160, 296171, 296172
The Dr. Michael Metzger Memorial Endowed Scholarship is open to declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) majors who have completed a minimum of 60 hours at the time of application. Students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Two faculty recommendations required (please indicate the two College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation). This scholarship may only be used for tuition, books and fees.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) majors
  • Minimum of 60 hours completed
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher  
  • Two faculty recommendations required (please indicate the two College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation)
Award Requirements
  • This scholarship may only be used for tuition, books and fees





Dr. Michael Metzger Memorial Endowed Scholarship for Mathematics


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Math and Sciences pursing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Majoring in Math with an Economics Minor preferred.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Major in Mathematics required, with minor in Economics preferred
  • Minimum GPA of 3.5
  • Must have completed 60 hours of credit
  • Provide two faculty recommendations
  • Personal statement outlining financial need and career goals





Dr. Michael Metzger Memorial Endowed Scholarship for MSBA


296160, 296171, 296172
The Dr. Michael Metzger Memorial Endowed Scholarship for MSBA is open to graduate applicants admitted for graduate studies in the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program. Students must have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA in their undergraduate coursework to qualify. Students must write an essay describing their plan for completing the MSBA degree for his/her career upon graduation. Students must demonstrate evidence of financial need. Two faculty recommendations required (please indicate the two College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation). This scholarship may only be used for tuition, books, and fees. Students must attach both an undergraduate and graduate transcript. May only be used for tuition, books and fees.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Admitted for graduate studies in the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher in their undergraduate work
  • Undergraduates must have completed 60 hours of credit at the time of application
  • Complete essay describing their plan for completing the MSBA degree for his/her career upon graduation
  • Demonstrate evidence of financial need
  • Provide two faculty recommendations  (please indicate the two College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation)
  • Undergraduate Transcript and Graduate Transcript
Award Requirements
  • May only be used for tuition, books and fees





Dr. Mike Knight Endowed Scholarship in Psychology


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Psychology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student in the psychology program
  • 3.25 GPA or higher
  • Enrolled in 9 credit hours or more
  • Submission of a personal introspective paper entitled, "What I would do for free"
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Pam Plunkett Kuzminski Student Teacher Award


296161, 296171, 296172
?Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be declared major in Early Childhood or Elementary Education
  • Min 3.0 GPA 
  • Preference given to eligible ELED applicants
  • Provide transcript
  • Eligible for full disbursement during student teaching semester - fall or spring. 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipient must write a thank you letter to the scholarship donor





Dr. Peggy Guthrie Endowed Scholarship for Pre-Med


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Major in Biology
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Must have completed 60 hours of credit towards degree
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Phil Ball Endowed Athletic Coaching



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to a full time undergraduate or graduate student within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is a coaching assistant in any sport other than football.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing a degree in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies
  • Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student
  • 2.5 GPA or higher
  • No disciplinary or academic probation on record
  • Committee will consider commitment to a career in football coaching, leadership qualities, moral, and character 
  • Financial needs considered
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Phil Ball Endowed Sports Lab Scholarship Fund


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in any field within the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing a degree in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies
  • Must be a full-time undergraduate student
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Must have completed PHED 1402, 1432, 1462
  • Outstanding student within KHS
  • Financial needs considered
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Phil Ball Football Coaching Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to a full time undergraduate or graduate student within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is a coaching assistant in football.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing a degree in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies
  • Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student
  • 2.5 GPA or higher
  • No disciplinary or academic probation on record
  • Committee will consider commitment to a career in football coaching, leadership qualities, moral, and character 
  • Financial needs considered
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Ralph H. and Jessie M. Mengel Scholarship


296160, 296172
The Dr. Ralph H. and Jessie M. Mengel Endowed Scholarship is open to full-time students with a declared Management (Management, Human Resource Management, or PGA Golf Management) major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • 45 or more credit hours completed at the time of the application
  • Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA, and completion of all courses during the previous semester
  • Students who graduate in Fall 2024 or prior are not eligible to apply
  • One faculty recommendation is required (please indicate the College of Business faculty member on your application that you wish to supply a recommendation).





Dr. Randall Jones Endowed Outstanding Political Science Scholarship

political science, poli sci, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship recognizes a Political Science major who shows academic achievement and contributions to the department, college, and university.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Political Science major
  • Senior Status (or will be a senior when the scholarship is awarded)
  • Overall GPA will be considered in selection
  • Overall hours enrolled will be considered in selection
  • Political Science GPA and hours will be considered in selection 





Dr. Ray Tassin Endowed Scholarship in Mass Communication

mass communication, photography, advertising, strat comm, communications, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to honor the memory of Dr. Ray Tassin, former UCO journalism department chair and founder of the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame. It recognizes a Mass Communication student who shows passion and commitment to their chosen major as evidenced by strong academic performance.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Full-time student
  • Mass Communication major
  • Must be continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Renee Warning Endowed Scholarship in HR Management


296160, 296173
The Dr. Renee Warning Endowed Scholarship in HR Management is open to declared Human Resource Management majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Human Resource Management major





Dr. Robert Curley Endowed Scholarship in Nursing


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Admitted Nursing major
  • Undergraduate or Graduate Student
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Demonstrate financial need, based on scholarship and financial aid currently receiving
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Robert Delano Endowed Scholarship in Occupational Safety


296161
To provide scholarship assistance to students majoring in Industrial or Occupational Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major in good standing at UCO in the Occupational Safety Program
  • Active and engaged member of the UCO Student Chapter of the ASSP
  • Applying as a junior, priority will be given to a senior student who has met the criteria
  • Two professional letters of recommendation
  • Essay detailing financial need and appreciation of the mission, history, and importance of ASSP
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Robin Lacy Endowed Scholarship in Industrial Safety


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to students majoring in Industrial or Occupational Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major in Industrial or Occupational Safety 
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 
  • Student member of the American Society of Safety Engineers, National/Oklahoma Safety Council and /or Mid-Continent Exploration & Production Safety Network 
  • Personal statement demonstrating how the student will “pay it forward” as part of the professional safety community 
  • Demonstrate financial need  
  • Preference to non-traditional students 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Ron Miller Endowed Scholarship for Engineering and Physics


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science
  • Undergraduate student
  • Engineering and Physics major
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Russ Goodno History Scholarship

history, education, geography, history ed
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to a History or History Education major in honor of retired Professor of History, Dr. Russ Goodno.

Eligibility Requirements
  • History or Geography - General or History Education major
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA overall
  • 1-2 page essay describing financial need and academic potential
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Sandra Malin Mayfield Endowed Scholarship

English, financial, need, undergraduate, graduate, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
In memory of Dr. Sandra Malin Mayfield, this scholarship is to retain students who are majoring in English, empower them to persist in their educational goals, and facilitate both the university and its students to succeed in increasing graduation and employment rates.

Eligibility Requirements
  • English major
  • Full-time student (12-hour minimum)
  • Available for students experiencing financial challenges impacting their ability to continue their education
  • 2.75 GPA or higher
  • Available to both undergraduate and graduate students





Dr. Sid Brown Excellence in Criminal Justice Award

criminal justice, CJ, CLA, liberal arts
296172, 296165
Established in honor of Dr. Sidney Brown, Emeritus Professor of Criminal Justice, this scholarship provides an annual award to a selected Criminal Justice student.

Eligibility Requirements
  • 3.5 minimum GPA
  • Major in Criminal Justice
  • Undergraduate senior or graduate student
  • Must submit a research paper on a Criminal Justice topic
  • Continuing in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Stan Hoig Endowed Memorial Scholarship in History

history, American, west, geography, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to honor the memory of Dr. Stan Hoig and recognizes a student who produces a paper worthy of submission to a scholarly journal on a topic pertaining to the history of the American West. Dr. Hoig authored 25 books and a variety of articles about U.S. Western history and American Indian relations. He was a professor at UCO for 23 years.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major in History, History Education, History Museum Studies, or Geography
  • Submit a paper on the American West, including Oklahoma, American Indians, or any other aspect of the region. (Recipient must be submitting the paper for publication in The Chronicles of Oklahoma or other scholarly journal) 
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA in grad program or 3.0 in undergraduate program
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Stan Hoig Endowed Memorial Scholarship in Mass Communication

mass communication, mass comm, west, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Dr. Stan Hoig and is awarded to a Mass Communication major who submits the best media sample suitable for publication or broadcast. Preference will be given to students who provide a sample that features the American West.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Mass Communication major
  • Preference given to student who submits a sample featuring the American West, including Oklahoma, American Indians, or any other aspects of the region
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Stephen Black Finance Scholarship


296160, 296173
Must be a declared Finance major, must be enrolled full time, must provide statement of need, Preference given to a student with high GPA and achievement at UCO and must have a recommendation from the Finance Department chair.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Finance major
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Provide a statement of need
  • Recommendation from the Finance Department chair
  • High GPA
Selection Process
  • Preference given to a student with high GPA and achievement at UCO





Dr. Stephen H. McDonald Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education Professional Studies majoring in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or Library Media.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be majoring in early childhood education, elementary education or library media
  • Full time undergraduate or graduate student
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA 
  • Student must plan on having employment within the State of Oklahoma Public School System 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. Sue Lynn Sasser Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Dr. Sue Lynn Sasser Endowed Scholarship is open to students with a declared major or minor in Economics (or Energy Economics major), a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA, and a minimum of 15 hours completed at the time of application. Students must include a personal statement outlining career goals and civic engagement.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major or minor in Economics (or Energy Economics major)
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
  • Must have completed a minimum of 15 hours
  • Personal statement outlining career goals and civic engagement





Dr. Terrill Smith Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major
  • 2.25 GPA or above
  • Undergraduate student
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Tom and Carolyn Kupiec Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry or Forensic Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science
  • Chemistry major or Chemistry/Forensic Science double major or Forensic Science major
  • Minimum GPA of 3.25 for undergraduate and 3.5 for graduate   
  • Undergraduate or graduate student
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Verlin Richardson Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major 
  • 2.25 GPA or above   
  • Undergraduate student
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dr. Virginia Peters Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate Physical Education/Health students within the College of Education & Professional Studies.   

Eligibility Requirements
  • Full-time undergraduate student
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Major in Physical Education/Health
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Dr. W. David Baird Endowed Scholarship in Oklahoma and Native American History

history, native American, indigenous, American history
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established by Dr. Patricia Loughlin in honor of Edmond native and UCO alumnus, Dr. David Baird. Dr. Baird has authored many books, articles, and papers on the history of the American West and especially the history of Native Americans. This scholarship recognizes a History and Geography student who demonstrates high academic achievement in their specific area of study and class standing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Full-time undergraduate student
  • Geography, History, or History Education major
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Sophomore or above
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Dr. Whit Marks Endowed Physics Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Engineering and Physics major
  • Two faculty recommendations





Dreamer Fund

DACA Diversity Round Table International Student Council
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
To provide financial assistance to UCO students who meet the criteria for the fund in order to foster their academic success.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a currently enrolled UCO student
  • Must be in good academic standing (Cumulative GPA 2.0)
  • Must be a member of a Diversity Round Table group or the International Student Council, with preference to students who have or have had Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals status or a similar program.
  • Must have lived in the US for at least 5 years 
  • Must have attended a US high school 
  • Must submit a statement of financial need

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 


 





Drs. Charles A. & Louise Rickman Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Drs. Charles A. & Louise Rickman Scholarship is open to students who have declared a major in Management, Human Resource Management, or PGA Golf Management major.  

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major in Management, Human Resource Management, or PGA Golf Management major
  • Must have at least one semester completed at UCO
  • Oklahoma resident and have a cumulative retention GPA in the upper 60% in the designated major
  • Illustrating financial need through the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) number
  • Enrolled full-time (throughout the application and award semesters)
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
  • Demonstrate financial need by writing and essay detailing financial need
  • If student is a senior they must be enrolled in both Fall and Spring undergraduate courses and not be eligible to apply for graduation during the time of awards. 
Selection Process
  • Preference to be given to students who graduated from high school while a resident of Baptist Children's Home - OKC, Boys' Ranch Town - Edmond, Baptist Children's Home - Owasso, or the Baptist Home for Girls - Madill
  • The student must have completed a personal finance course or successfully complete a personal finance course in the first semester eligible to enroll in the course (withdrawal from the course results in forfeiture of the scholarship)
  • Must provide a current resume, biographical sketch, copy of most recent transcript, and detailed explanation of financial need
    • this information along with copy of the current semester class enrollment will be provided to the donors within the first four weeks of the fall semester





Drs. Robert and Katherene Terrell Endowed Accounting Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Drs. Robert and Katherene Terrell Endowed Accounting Scholarship is open to declared Accounting majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting majors
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher





E.M. Temple Always Central Forever Central Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Funeral Service.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Funeral Service major
  • Undergraduate student
  • 3.0 GPA or above
  • Must be Junior or Senior status
  • Enrolled full-time for both fall and spring semesters
  • Personal statement should outline career goals
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Edmond Board of REALTORS Veterans Support Scholarship

Military Veterans
296170, 296171, 296172, 296163
To support a UCO Student who meets the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements 
  • Students must have completed 60 credit hours at UCO
  • Combined minimum 2.50 GPA
  • Student must have financial need 
  • Student must be an honorably discharged veteran, active duty member of the Armed Forces, or current member of the national Guard or Reserve and a U.S. Citizen
  • Discharged veterans must provide a copy of DD214 or provide appropriate proof (orders, CAC, etc.)
  • Participation in Veteran’s Upward Bound and/or SSS Veterans – SALUTE is preferred





Edmond Senior Community Foundation Scholarship in Gerontology

gerontology, sociology, SAS, CLA, liberal arts, community, edmond, oklahoma
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship aids graduate students within the College of Liberal Arts who are majoring in Gerontology and plan to work in the field.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Accepted into Masters of Arts in Gerontology
  • Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Admitted into graduate Gerontology program with the intent to work in the field
  • Financial need considered
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Educational Leadership Scholarship


296161, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a graduate degree in Educational Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be pursuing a graduate degree in Educational Leadership
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA
  • Former/present/currently certified as a Oklahoma teacher/counselor
  • Nationally Board Certified preferred, not required
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Edward Jones Professional Selling Scholarship


296160, 296173
The Edward Jones Professional Selling Scholarship is open to students with a declared major in Professional Selling.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major in Professional Selling





Edwards Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Edwards Endowed Scholarship is open to a declared PGA Golf Management major. The student must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, completed 30 hours at UCO at the time of application, played golf on their high school team, and successfully completed at least one internship within the PGM program. One faculty recommendation is required (please indicate the College of Business faculty member on your application that you wish to supply a recommendation). 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared PGA Golf Management major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Completed at least 15 credit hours at UCO
  • Played golf on their high school team
  • Successfully completed at least one internship within the PGM program.
  • One faculty recommendation is required (please indicate the College of Business faculty member on your application that you wish to supply a recommendation). 





Edwin Presley Memorial Scholarship

Divorced Woman Widowed Woman
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships for a divorced or widowed woman who needs such scholarship in order to further their education.  

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 or better 
  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 hours in the upcoming fall semester
  • Must have completed 12 credit hours at UCO

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Elementary Education Teacher Scholarship in Honor of Maj. Gen. Rita Aragon


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education with plans to become a teacher.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Majoring in Elementary Education
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipient must write a thank you letter to the scholarship donor





Eley Fister Schaul Endowed Scholarship in Library Media Specialist


296161, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies pursuing a Masters of Education degree in Instructional Media/Library Media Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any graduate student majoring in Instructional Media/Library Media Education 
  • Must have a minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Resident of Oklahoma preferred
  • Must demonstrate financial need 
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Elizabeth Wiebe Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Nursing major 
  • Undergraduate student
  • Demonstrate financial need 
  • Two faculty recommendations





Elvis and Wildred Rhodes Endowed Scholarship for Arts Education


296164, 296171, 296172
This endowment was established in 2015 by Sue Harl in memory of her parents, Elvis and Wildred Rhodes.

Eligibility
  • Arts education major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Junior or senior
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Emeritus Faculty Association Incoming FSI D.Sc. Scholarship


296160, 296171
The Emeritus Faculty Association (EFA) is providing a one-time scholarship to a student in the inaugural class of the newly established Forensic Science Institute PhD program.

Eligibility
  • Must be an incoming Forensic Science D.Sc. student
  • Must be enrolled full-time





Emeritus Faculty Association Scholarship


296160, 296171
The Emeritus Faculty Association (EFA) has been providing a student scholarship through our Association. Each year the scholarship recipient is rotated among the five colleges. The recipient (either undergraduate or graduate student) shall be selected by the designated college and enrolled full-time. The recipient will be awarded the scholarship at the EFA Spring Luncheon in April. 

Eligibility
  • Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Must be enrolled full-time (12 hours for undergraduate students and 9 hours for graduate students)
  • Must demonstrate financial need
Requirements
  • Personal statement describing an activity student is engaged in either on or off campus and why it is important to the student and their future
  • Official transcript





Emma Plunkett Department Scholarships



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to female students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing undergraduate teaching degrees in physical education. The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to female students
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
  • Pursuing a Health/Physical Education teaching degree
  • Active membership in the UCO KHS Club & the OAHPERD
  • Involvement in the Kinesiology & Health Studies departmental activities
  • Demonstrate commitment to a physically active & physically fit lifestyle
  • Financial need considered
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Emma Plunkett Junior Physical Education Undergrad Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to female students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing undergraduate teaching degrees in physical education. The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. NOTE: Any student awarded this scholarship may, and must, reapply to receive the scholarship in subsequent years, thus making the scholarship unavailable to new applicants, other than incoming freshman. For clarity, check with the KHS department chair. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to junior female students
  • Minimum 2.8 overall GPA
  • Pursuing a Health/Physical Education teaching degree
  • Active membership in the UCO KHS Club & the OAHPERD
  • Involvement in the Kinesiology & Health Studies departmental activities
  • Demonstrate commitment to a physically active & fit lifestyle
  • Demonstrate appropriate behavior reflective of a professional person.
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Emma Plunkett Senior Physical Education Undergrad Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to female students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in physical education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to female students majoring in physical education who will be a senior in awarding year
  • Minimum 2.9 overall GPA
  • Minimum 3.2 major GPA
  • Active membership in the UCO KHS Club & the OAHPERD
  • Involvement in the Kinesiology & Health Studies departmental activities
  • Demonstrate commitment to a physically active and fit lifestyle 
  • Demonstrate professional behavior
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Emma W. Plunkett Physical Education Graduate Fellowship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide financial aid to female students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a master’s degree in physical education.The Emma W. Plunkett Physical Education Graduate Fellowship will award (1) student $10,000 per year for (2) years, plus waiver of (6) hours of tuition per semester for (4) semesters.

Eligibility Requirements
  • The fellowship is open to female students who are pursuing their master’s degree
  • Major coursework in physical education   
  • Obtained an undergraduate teaching degree in physical education from accredited institution   
  • Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 & minimum undergraduate major GPA of 3.0   
  • Demonstrated activities compatible with an aspiring professional, including professional memberships &  participation in professional meetings.   
In the second year, the recipient must meet the following criteria:     
  • A minimum GPA of 3.5 in all classes taken   
  • Successful fulfillment of assigned responsibilities   
  • Continued professional involvement   
The recipient of this fellowship must work (20) hours per week in the Dept. of Kinesiology & Health Studies and assist the dept. faculty with such things as: research preparation of professional presentations, advisement/mentoring of undergraduate students, fitness testing, computer lab supervision, and undergraduate activity classes.  

Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Emma Weaver Rodkey Endowed Graduate Studies Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing their masters’ degree in any area of Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any graduate student pursuing their masters’ degree in any area of Education
  • Full-time student
  • Outstanding academic record (overall GPA, Content GPA, and current coursework GPA will be used to determine)
  • Provides (3) letters of reference, with at least (2) from professors and (1) from a member of the community or an employer (past or present).
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 





Engineering and Physics Scholarship


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Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Engineering and Physics majors  
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





English Department Scholarship

English, financial need, creative writing, creative, English education, education, MFA, creative studies, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship recognizes English students who show passion and commitment to their chosen major as evidenced by strong academic performance.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major (English, English/Creative Studies, English Education) or enrolled in Master of Arts Program in English (any major) or Master of Fine Arts Program in Creative Writing
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA in discipline
  • Writing sample
  • Statement of financial need





Enid L. Jackson Endowed Graduate Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing their masters’ degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any graduate student who is pursuing their masters’ degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or Special Education
  • Has completed at least (12) graduate hours
  • Demonstrates financial need and personal career goals
  • Has an intent to teach after receiving degree
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Eric Page Jacobson Portfolio Awards


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This scholarship was established in 2012 by design faculty member Amy Jacobson-Peters in honor of her late brother Eric Page Jacobson. The scholarship supports students of the School of Design.

Eligibility
  • Student in the School of Design
Requirements
  • AWARDED BY COMMITTEE NOMINATION. Nominated student(s) will be invited to apply by the college's scholarship coordinator.  This scholarship is not awarded until the end of April. (Critique Week)





Eunice Boston Gay Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Nursing major
  • Undergraduate
  • Must currently be an RN returning to continue education
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Evelyn Hamil Shopp Endowed Scholarship for Nursing


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Nursing major 
  • Undergraduate student 
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Two faculty recommendations





Family and Consumer Sciences Education Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education and Professional Studies who are majoring in FACS

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences Education within the College of Education & Professional Studies
  • Have completed at least 60 credit hours
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Must provide a personal statement outlining career goals and why you are the deserving student for this scholarship
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Family Life Education Faculty & Alumni Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who is majoring in Family Life Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Family Life Education major
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA
  • Participates in HES student professional organizations
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Fashion Marketing Major Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
This fund provides scholarships for students majoring in Fashion Marketing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Fashion Marketing.
  • Enrolled full-time (12 hours)
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Two letters of recommendation from faculty
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Fetterman Physics Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Engineering and Physics major  
  • Undergraduate student
  • Two letters of recommendation from faculty





Finance Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296173
The Finance Endowed Scholarship is open to declared Finance or Insurance & Risk Management majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Finance or Insurance & Risk Management majors
  • Must be enrolled full-time





Finney Scholars Scholarship for Modern Languages

modern language, french, Spanish, german, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296172
This scholarship honors Dr. Frank Finney, Jr. In 1971, he became the first dean of the newly-formed College of Liberal Arts. Dr. Finney was passionate about developing the creative potential of students and giving them a sound background in their academic disciplines. "The Finney" recognizes Liberal Arts students who are identified as having a proven record of high academic achievement in their major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Modern Languages major
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA in major
  • Minimum 3.5 overall GPA
  • Full-time undergraduate or graduate student in good standing with the University
  • Show evidence of excellence in the discipline as determined by the department
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Forensic Science Institute Endowed Scholarship

Forensic Science
296170, 296171, 296172, 296173, 296222
The scholarship is for UCO students pursing a Forensic Science degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student must be declared a Forensic Science major and currently enrolled at UCO the semester the application is completed.
  • Student must be classified as an Oklahoma resident through the UCO Admissions Office.
  • Student must be enrolled as a sophomore, junior, senior, or 2nd year graduate student at UCO for the school year that the scholarship is applied to their account (following school year).
  • Student must provide a UCO transcript with any/all transfer coursework included or transcripts from all transfer institutions.
  • Student must be enrolled full-time (12 hours for undergraduate students, 9 hours for graduate students) each semester the scholarship is received.

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Forvis Accounting Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
Forvis Accounting Education Scholarship is open to declared Accounting majors with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. (Now know as Forvis)

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher





Foster Hope Scholarship



Awards previous wards of the state through Institute of Hope.





Foundation Continuing Student Scholarship Application


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To provide scholarships for students continuing their education at UCO who meet the following criteria: 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have completed 12 credit hours at UCO
  • Must be enrolled in 6 hours or more in the upcoming fall semester
  • Must have a minimum of 2.5 GPA 
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Frank S. Wert Academic Scholarship


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The Frank S. Wert Academic Scholarship is open to declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) majors who completed between 15-85 hours at the time of application. Students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and be able to demonstrate financial need. Students must provide a personal statement outlining career goals and demonstrating financial need.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) majors
  • Completed between 15 - 85 HRS
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Personal statement that demonstrates financial need
  • Personal statement outlining career goals





Frank W. Nelson Scholarship for Adult Education



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Adult Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a graduate student in Adult Education
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Funeral Service Department Scholarship


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Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Funeral Service.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Funeral Service major
  • Criteria Varies
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Funeral Service Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Funeral Service.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Funeral Service Major
  • Undergraduate student
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Gean B. Atkinson Scholarship for Advertising Excellence

mass communication, advertising, mass comm, CLA, liberal arts, media
296170, 296171, 296172, 296165
This scholarship was established to be awarded to a Mass Communication major who is actively involved in the professional community. Mr. Atkinson earned two journalism degrees from UCO and has served as a journalism instructor. An advertising agency owner, he also served in the Oklahoma Legislature and as a governor's communications director. He is a decorated Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Strategic Communications Major
  • Junior or Senior standing
  • Must be working in strategic communications (part-time, full-time, or internship)
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Must be an Oklahoma resident
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





George & Donna Nigh Scholarship

Undergraduate Graduate Full-time Leadership
296171, 296172, 296163
To provide scholarships to students continuing their education at UCO:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate hours at UCO
  • Must have earned a minimum of 12 undergraduate hours or 9 graduate hours at UCO
  • Made significant contributions to the UCO campus through scholarship and leadership
Awards Requirements
  • The recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive scholarship





Gladys Dronberger Endowed School Counseling Scholarship


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Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a graduate degree in School Counseling.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any student who is pursuing their graduate degree in School Counseling
  • Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Must have completed at least (9) semester hours in a graduate school counseling program at UCO
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 
 





Goebel Family Star Lumber Charitable Trust Endowed Business Scholarship


296160
Eligibility Requirements
  • Student must be enrolled part-time. If a dependent of a Star Lumber and Supply Co. Inc. employee, then the student must be enrolled full-time.
  • Preference will be given to a Management Major or Sales Minor
  • Preference will be given to a student who is an employee of or dependent of an employee with Star Lumber and Supply Co. Inc, and meets all of the qualifications. List of these eligible students to be verified by Director of HR of Star Lumber and Supply Co. Inc.
  • Must provide a statement of financial need
  • Preference will be given to previous recipient if they continue to meet criteria





Grant Aguirre Endowed Liberal Arts Outstanding Undergraduate Award

CLA, liberal arts, undergraduate
296165, 296173

In order to apply for this scholarship, you must be nominated by a Liberal Arts faculty member.

A former recipient of the Liberal Arts Outstanding Undergraduate award, Dr. Grant Aguirre endowed a fund to acknowledge an outstanding undergraduate student majoring in the College of Liberal Arts.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior standing
  • Must be a College of Liberal Arts major
  • Must have a letter of nomination by a UCO College of Liberal Arts Faculty member





Green-Moseley Family Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Education, School Counseling, or School Psychology.

*Preference will be given to graduate student applicants who intend to or currently serve in rural public school districts of Oklahoma.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Preference will be given to graduate student applicants who intend to or currently serve in rural public-school districts of Oklahoma
  • Student pursuing a degree in Education, School Counseling, or School Psychology
  • GPA of 2.75 or higher
  • In a short essay, please share your goal and plan of working in rural Oklahoma school districts after graduation
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Gregory/ Shearer Endowed Education Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate  students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Math Education, Science Education or Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a UCO student studying to be a Math, Science or Special Education teacher.
  • Must be admitted to the teacher education program at UCO.
  • Must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher

Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and/or  spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Guthrie Scottish Rite Charitable & Education Foundation Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any student majoring in education & preparing to become a teacher
  • Must be enrolled full-time – (12) hours undergraduate, (9) hours graduate
  • Must be a junior, senior, or graduate status
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • U.S. Citizen and Oklahoma resident
  • Demonstrates financial need
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





H.B. Mitchell Endowed Scholarship for Debate

debate, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is named in honor of former debate coach Harland B. Mitchell and is awarded to the student who exemplifies the best qualities of Oklahoma high school debate. This scholarship is for Oklahoma residents only and is only available to students beginning their first semester at UCO.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Oklahoma resident committed to UCO
  • Accepted into Debate program
  • Documents to prove success (tournaments, awards, competitions)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Letter of Recommendation from High School Debate coach





Hannah McCarty Performing Arts Scholarship for Theatre and Dance


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This scholarship was lovingly established in 2006 by Jack and Pam McCarty in memory of their late daughter, Hannah. Hannah Denise McCarty of Oklahoma City entered Heaven on July 22, 2003. Hannah’s extraordinary life began August 14, 1986. She was an actress, dancer, best friend to many, beloved daughter of Jack and Pamela McCarty and a precious child of God. Hannah was a dance and theater major at Classen School of Advanced Studies, having completed her sophomore year in May 2003. She was a faithful member of Church of the Harvest, where she volunteered as a preschool worker and a church greeter, and where she enjoyed bringing friends to Youth America services. She loved Jesus from the time she invited Him into her heart as a young child, and her faith continued to grow.     

She took dance lessons from the age of four, attended many dance and theater classes at various fine arts schools and became skilled at tap (her favorite), ballet, jazz, modern and Irish dancing. She was inspired by Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers and other stars of the 1930s whose movies she collected and studied. She dreamed of being a professional actress and also having her own daycare business. Hannah enjoyed school and especially being with her friends there. She attended kindergarten through 5th grade at Good Shepherd Lutheran School in Midwest City, and 6th grade at Mid-Del Christian School. She earned many awards, always stayed on the honor roll and always made sure to have fun. She attended Classen School of Advanced Studies, where she was a dance major 7th through 9th grades and a theater major in 10th grade. She worked very hard to remain in the National Honor Society, yet always had time for her friends.     

Though her health was threatened by a condition that often weakened her physical stamina and her immunity, she was determined to do her best in all her endeavors and to pursue her dreams until her final days on earth. Through Classen, Hannah learned about the University of Central Oklahoma’s dance workshops, and she loved and attended every one for four years. Even though her health was failing, she refused to miss the June 2003 one-week workshop. She asked God for strength and miraculously danced with enthusiasm and a smile throughout the week, concluding with the Summer Dance Informal Showcase in Mitchell Hall on June 6, 2003. That was the last time Hannah danced on stage on earth. Just weeks later, she danced into Heaven.     

The UCO Dance Program now graciously honors Hannah and her love for dance by offering a dance workshop scholarship in her memory to a most deserving Classen student. Hannah’s parents have also established a performing arts endowed scholarship fund in Hannah’s honor to benefit future UCO dance and theater majors and to continue Hannah’s love for the arts for years to come.     

While Hannah fought a courageous battle with a physical challenge that began at the age of five, she did not allow that to define her life. She stood on her faith and lived life to the fullest, no matter how hard the battles she faced. Her goals included not only being successful in her careers and maintaining her treasured friendships, but also, as she once wrote, “to reach at least one person for Jesus Christ.” Hannah wanted everyone to join her in Heaven someday. She continued to serve as a church greeter even when she had little strength to stand. She attended and invited friends to every Youth America service the week before she went to Heaven. She never complained, she never gave up, she never stopped dancing and she never will.     

A wonderful celebration of Hannah’s life was held at Church of the Harvest July 26, 2003. At the end of the service, Pastor Kirk Pankratz gave an invitation and at least 17 lives were changed that day. A brief graveside service followed at Rose Hill Burial Park in Oklahoma City. In October 2003, a memorial service for Hannah, arranged by some of her closest friends, was held at Classen School of Advanced Studies, where Principal Dr. Ron Maxfield said Hannah “was our miracle.”     

In May 2004, Classen’s musical theater production was dedicated to Hannah, as she had successfully auditioned to be in that program. In April & May 2005, Hannah’s amazing friends paid her many special tributes. The Dance Extravaganza was dedicated to her and was opened by a breath-taking dance choreographed and named “For Hannah” by her senior dance classmates, who danced as vocal major friends sang an a cappella arrangement of “Amazing Grace.” The 2005 Baccalaureate featured Hannah’s drama buddies uniquely presenting her original oratory (for which she won a trophy as a sophomore) entitled “Laughter,” which it truly produced at the service. For graduation, a video in memory of Hannah was created by her friends, a poem was written by her principal and a chair was reserved for her with a rose. These wonderful tributes will never be forgotten.     

Her parents arranged for a graduation tribute to Hannah and the Class of 2005 to be posted on several city buses that carried throughout Oklahoma City Hannah’s picture and a message that defines her life well, “When you follow Jesus, the dance never ends...” On October 6, 2006, UCO presented “an evening in memory of Hannah McCarty.” The unforgettable ceremony was held in front of Mitchell Hall, where the life-size sculpture of dancers, “Kinetic Air,” was unveiled, followed by the UCO Kaleidoscope Dancers’ concert. The sculpture and the performance were dedicated to Hannah. UCO is greatly appreciated for honoring Hannah in this way. Thank you for reading Hannah’s story. You are welcome to share your thoughts or memories in her online guest book at www.legacy.com.

Eligibility
  • Dance or theatre major
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
Requirements
  • Read the biography of Hannah McCarty above and answer these questions in essay form:
    1. What would it mean to you to receive the Hannah McCarty Performing Arts Scholarship?
    2. How have you dealt with obstacles in your life?
    3. What inspired you to be a dance or theatre major?
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Harvey Mankins Industrial Safety Student of Courage Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Industrial or Occupational Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any student majoring in Industrial or Occupational Safety
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Enrolled in a minimum of (6) hours
  • Good academic standing in the BS-Industrial Safety degree program or the Med – General Education or Adult and Higher Education: Interdisciplinary Studies (Specialization Area – Industrial Safety)
  • Provides a letter of recommendation from one off-campus source
  • Provides a personal statement that explains why “they exemplify those characteristics displayed by Harvey during his time in school including: dedication, perseverance, commitment, and that have endured some kind of hardship working toward their degree, be it financial or physical”
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Helen Bauman Endowed Teaching Scholarship


296161
To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree within the Curriculum and Instruction department.

Eligibility Requirements
  • The scholarship is open to any student whose major is in the Curriculum and Instruction department
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Helen Chastain Memorial Scholarship


296171, 296172, 296162
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Mathematics and Statistics Major
  • Undergraduate or graduate student  
  • 2.9 GPA or above  
  • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours per semester 
  • Two faculty recommendations 





Herbert S. Dordick Award for an Outstanding Mentor

UCO employee
296163, 296173
Please take a minute and nominate a faculty or staff member here at UCO who helped you your freshman year (at UCO). This person should be one who made a difference to you and helped you make important educational decisions. This award is made possible through the generosity of Phi Eta Sigma, Dr. Robert Epstein, UCO AMBUCS Club and the UCO Foundation. The Outstanding Mentor will be announced at the next annual Faculty Staff Fall Forum.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Nominated by a current UCO student or a graduated former student
  • Employed at UCO for a minimum of 2 years

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





HoganTaylor Accounting Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296173
Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any declared accounting major in the College of Business





Homer Coker Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Physical Education/Health. The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection.  NOTE: Any student awarded this scholarship may, and must, reapply to receive the scholarship in subsequent years, thus making the scholarship unavailable to new applicants. For clarity, check with the KHS department chair.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any junior, or senior standing in the year for which the scholarship is given
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Participation in significant campus activities
  • Preference given to students from Oklahoma 
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





IBC Bank and Governor George Nigh Scholarship Fund


296160, 296171, 296172
The IBC Bank and Governor George Nigh Scholarship Fund is open to full-time undergraduate students with a declared College of Business major and minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business major
  • Full-time undergraduate
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher





Incoming UCO Student Scholarship

Incoming Student Freshman Transfer
296173, 296163
To provide scholarships to incoming UCO students who are enrolled in the upcoming semester:

Eligibility Requirements
  • First time UCO Student
  • Must be admitted for the Fall semester
  • Must demonstrate financial need

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Incoming Student Application.





Institute of Hope Scholarship

as needed, IOH, institute of hope, CLA, liberal arts
296165
The UCO Institute of Hope Scholarship is awarded to students facing financial hardship, abuse, or extenuating circumstances as they try to reach their educational goals. It was created by three Sociology alumnae to fight prejudice, poverty, and abuse through educational programming and flexible student financial aid.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Preference given to Liberal Arts majors
  • Must be U.S. Resident/Citizen
  • Evidence of student's commitment to their education through GPA or academic progress from past semesters
  • Enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours in the semester awarded            
  • Provide a detailed statement explaining financial need, any special circumstances facing past or current poverty, abuse, or extenuating issues, and additional information or comments





Insurance and Risk Management Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296173
The Insurance and Risk Management Leadership Scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students. Students must have a declared major in Insurance & Risk Management, a declared minor in Insurance, or a declared minor in Risk Management. Preferred Actuary, Insurance and Risk Management Club member, or student involved in other university-related student leadership activities.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Insurance & Risk Management major, a declared minor in Insurance, or a declared minor in Risk Management
  • Full-time undergraduate
Selection Process
  • Preferred Actuary, Insurance and Risk Management Club member, or student involved in other university-related student leadership activities





International Man of Mystery Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The International Man of Mystery Scholarship is open to declared College of Business majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum of 12 hours remaining before degree completion. Students must have plans to study abroad for at least one semester; scholarship recipient's study abroad enrollment status will be confirmed before funds are disbursed.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business majors
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Minimum of 12 HRS remaining before degree completion
  • Plans to study abroad for at least one semester
Award Requirements
  • Scholarship recipient's study abroad enrollment status will be confirmed before funds are disbursed





ISM-OKC David Henry Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The ISM-OKC David Henry Memorial Endowed Scholarship is open to a declared Operations & Supply Chain Management major, with emphasis in Purchasing & Materials Management / Supply Chain Management. Students must have a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA and have completed 45 hours at the time of application. Two faculty recommendations required (please indicate the College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation).

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Operations & Supply Chain Management major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher
  • Completed at least 45 hours
  • Two faculty recommendations required (please indicate the College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation)
Selection Process
  • Emphasis in Purchasing & Materials Management / Supply Chain Management





ISOM Faculty Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The ISOM Faculty Endowed Scholarship is open to declared majors in Management Information Systems or Operations & Supply Chain Management. Students must have completed at least 45 hours at the time of application and cannot be graduating prior to Fall 2023.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared majors in Management Information Systems or Operations & Supply Chain Management
  • Completed at least 45 hours
  • Cannot be graduating prior to Fall 2024
  • Preferred APICS student chapter member or student involved in other university-related student leadership activities





J.W. Weatherford Scholarship


296161, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education and Professional Studies who are majoring in Adult and Higher Education

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any student majoring in Adult and Higher Education
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Demonstrates high academic achievements
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 
 





Jack Deskin Professional Media Scholarship

professional media, pro media, mass communication, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established by alumni and faculty of the Mass Communication Department, honoring Dr. Jack Deskin, who was instrumental in establishing the Broadcasting program at UCO. He was involved with UCO for more than three decades as a professor, Director of Academic Broadcasting, and Chair of the Communication Department. The scholarship awards a student studying Professional Media who displays excellence in the study of broadcasting.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Professional Media Major
  • Junior or Senior in the fall that the scholarship is awarded
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Must be a full-time student
  • Active in Mass Communication activities





Jacob Crabbe Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Special Education major
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Full-time undergraduate student (12+ hours)
  • Must be a junior or senior in the semester the scholarship is awarded
  • Demonstrate financial need
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Jafar Farzaneh Endowed Scholarship for International Students

International Student
296171, 296172, 296163
This scholarship is available to International students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an International student who is Iranian, whose family is Iranian, or from a war-torn Middle Eastern country in the order of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, Afghanistan, or Yemen
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Must be a full-time student in good standing with the University
Award Requirement
  • Recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive their scholarship.
     
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Jamie Jacobson Memorial Endowed Dance Scholarship


296164, 296173
This scholarship was established in 2012 to honor the life and indomitable spirit of Jamie Jacobson, former chair of the UCO Department of Dance and executive director of the Kaleidoscope Dance Company. For 25 years, Jamie led the UCO Department of Dance to become a thriving division known for its collaborative nature and nurturing learning environment. Jamie was a mentor to her fellow faculty members and countless students.

Eligibility
  • Dance major
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Jan Douglas Endowed Scholarship for Computer Science


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Computer Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Computer Science major
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Completed at least 60 hours of credit
  • Provide personal statement outlining career goals
  • Expect to graduate from the University of Central Oklahoma
  • Financial need may be considered
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Jay and Tricia Evans Scholarship in Real Estate


296160, 296173
Must be a full time student with a declared real estate minor. Must provide statement of need and work history while enrolled at school. Real Estate program director must provide a recommendation.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Real Estate minor
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Provide statement of need
  • Provide work history while enrolled at school
  • Real Estate program director must provide a recommendation





Jeanne Marie (Jean) Barthell Endowed Memorial Scholarship

modern language, language, French, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship honors the memory of Jeanne Marie (Jean) Barthell, mother of John Barthell. From her obituary, “Jean received a diploma from Parks School of Business in Denver, CO, and then attended the University of Colorado in Boulder, earning a BA in English Literature in 1957, with a minor in French. Literature, painting, theatre, and, above all, symphonic music fed her soul. Jean loved all things French, as a sensible person must, inspiring her to change her nom préféré to 'Jeanne Marie'."

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate or Undergraduate student in either the Department of English or the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultural Studies
  • Preference given to first-generation undergraduates with a French major
  • Preference given to a student who studied abroad or participated in a study tour
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Continuing student in the fall semester the scholarship is awarded





Jeff and Brenda McKibbin Endowed Scholarship for Athletic Training


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Athletic Training.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any graduate student majoring in Athletic Training
  • Must be a full-time graduate student
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Must complete a personal statement outlining personal goals and ambitions and an assessment of UCO's Masters in Athletic Training Program
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 





Jennifer Forsythe Endowed Scholarship


296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to help defray the costs of attending UCO, which may include but not be limited to the payment for books, rooming, parking fees or tuition.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a full-time undergraduate student at UCO 
  • Member in good standing of the Delta Zeta Sorority
  • Minimum grade point average of 2.5.

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Jessie M. Nelson Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students who are pursuing coursework in Adult Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to a graduate student pursuing coursework in Adult Education
  • Demonstrates academic achievement
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Preference given to students who are employed as an educator, and striving to balance school, work and home
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Jill Marderness Endowed Bassoon Scholarship


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2007 by School of Music faculty member Dr. Lori Wooden to honor her first bassoon teacher, Jill Marderness, and provide assistance to students studying the bassoon.

Eligibility
  • Bassoon major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student 
  • Enrolled full time (12+ hours undergraduate, 9+ hours graduate)
Requirements
  • Personal Artist Statement (250 Words)
  • Official Transcript
Responsibilities
  • Recipient required to participate in the UCO Symphony Orchestra and/or Wind Symphony, the Wind Chamber Music Program, and represent the School of Music at the spring audition days
  • Recipient required to make a contribution to the community through outreach performances and presentations to area schools and organizations





Joe and Barbara Phillips Endowed Memorial Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who demonstrate a strong commitment to begin the teacher education program at UCO.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Eligible applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to begin the teacher education program at UCO. 
  • Preference will be given to sophomore level applicants who are admitted to the teacher education program with intentions to teach in middle school or high school
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Must submit a short essay demonstrating financial need
  • Once the student is awarded the scholarship, they will continue to hold the scholarship for a maximum of three (3) years, or until graduation provided that they continue to meet criteria and maintain in good-standing with the department
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Joe and Laverne Patterson Endowed Scholarship for Elementary Educators



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Junior or senior standing and admitted to Teacher Education in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education Programs
  •  Minimum of 3.2 GPA
  •  Personal letter demonstrating strong interest in teaching reading
  •  One letter of recommendation from faculty
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Joe D. Weatherford Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Funeral Service


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Funeral Service.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Funeral Service major
  • 2.50 GPA or above
  • Junior or Senior student
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Joe E. White Jr. Endowed Scholarship in Political Science

CLA, liberal arts, political science, poli sci
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship recognizes a Political Science student who shows passion and commitment to their chosen major as evidenced by strong academic performance.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Undergraduate with Junior standing
  • Political Science major
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Joe Ernest Vaughan Endowed Scholarship for Biosciences & Conservation


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Student must demonstrate an outstanding academic record
  • Outstanding potential to further the fields of bioscience and conservation
  • Major in Biology, Botany, and/or Natural Science but does not exclude someone who wishes to investigate biochemical, molecular or genetics species
  • 3 letters of reference – 2 must be academic but one may be a personal reference regarding the applicant’s aptitude and enthusiasm for biology and conservation
  • Must be completing 75 hours of coursework
  • Demonstrate financial need





Joe Hight Award

journalism, broadcast, mass communication, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This scholarship was established by the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma to honor veteran journalist and UCO alumnus Joe Hight. It is awarded to a student who exhibits outstanding promise in ethical journalism.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
  • Mass Communications major
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





John & Maxine Kessler Endowed Memorial Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any student majoring in any field related to the UCO College of Education & Professional Studies
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrates financial need
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





John D. Doak Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The National Tornado Summit Foundation Endowed Scholarship is open to declared Insurance and Risk Management majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. The student must be a U.S. citizen. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Insurance & Risk Management majors
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • U.S. Citizen
Selection Process
  • Preference will be given to Oklahoma residents and incoming sophomores or juniors   
Award Requirements
  • Once the recipient receives the scholarship he/she will continue to hold the scholarship for a maximum of three years, or until graduation, whichever comes first, provided the following criteria are met:
    • Student maintains a 3.0 GPA
    • Student continues to make progress toward a degree in Insurance & Risk Management





John Taylor Beresford Endowed Scholarship for Applied Mathematics and Computer Science Graduate


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics or the Department of Computer Science in Applied Mathematics – Computer Science or Computer Science option.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Applied Mathematics – Computer Science or Computer Science
  • Graduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • 3.0 GPA or above
  • Satisfactory progress in area of study
  • Two letters of faculty reference/support





John Taylor Beresford Endowed Scholarship for Computer Science


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Computer Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Must be enrolled full time  
  • 3.0 GPA or above   
  • Satisfactory progress in their area of study   •Undergraduate student   
  • Computer Science major   
  • Two letters of faculty reference/support  





Jolene Schwind Endowed Scholarship (UTPA)


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are admitted to UTPA for the upcoming academic year. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to students who are admitted to UTPA for the upcoming academic year
  • Student must submit a personal statement including teaching goals, desire to continue working in the Oklahoma Public Schools System, and demonstrate financial need
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 
 





Joni McClain Pre-Med Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology or Chemistry with the intent to continue their education to obtain a medical degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Biology or Chemistry major with intent to continue education to obtain a medical degree 
  • Undergraduate student   
  • 3.5 GPA or above  
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Josephine Plunkett Mathematics Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics with a focus in Mathematics Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Mathematics Education major
  • Undergraduate student
  • Female
  • Junior or Senior status only
  • Preparing to teach math in the public school system
  • 3.0 GPA or above
  • Demonstrate adequate progress towards completion of degree
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Joshua Jarrett Scholarship for Energy Ethics


296163, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296173, 296222
To provide scholarships for UCO students. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must read the book "The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels" by Alex Epstein and write an essay on any part or all of the book
     
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Judge William S. Myers Award for Academic Excellence and Service in Sociology

veteran, sociology, substance abuse, human services, military, CLA, liberal arts
296171, 296172, 296165
This scholarship recognizes William S. Myers, Jr., a judge for over 25 years in the District Court of the State of Oklahoma, and his wife, Lucille, who taught English at UCO in the late 1960s. It is given to a junior or senior student selected by the faculty for high scholastic attainment and who exhibits strong writing skills.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Sociology or Human Services major
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Participation in volunteer events in community or service in armed forces
  • Preference given to Veterans with a minimum of 3.0 GPA





Kappa Delta Pi Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are student teaching in the upcoming academic year. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student preparing for a teaching career
  • Student doing their student teaching when scholarship is awarded
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • All funds from this scholarship will be distributed during student teaching
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Kay and Harold Jackson Endowed Scholarship for Business


296160, 296172
The Kay and Harold Jackson Endowed Scholarship for Business is open to declared business majors who are enrolled full-time. Students must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA and have completed at least 30 hours at UCO at the time of application. Transfer students excluded.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared business majors
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher 
  • Completed at least 30 hours at UCO
  • Transfer students excluded





Kecia DeAnn Stevens Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science Student
  • Nursing Major
  • Officially admitted to the UCO Nursing Program
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Undergraduate student, Junior, or Senior status only
  • Two faculty recommendations





Ken Moore Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
To provide a scholarship to a UCO student who meets the following requirements:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing a degree in the College of Business
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Provide a personal statement of 1 page showing leadership and community service





Kenneth Rees Endowed Scholarship in American History

history, education
296165, 296171, 296172
Kenneth R. Rees was inducted into the Edmond Public Schools Foundation Hall of Fame in 2013. He helped launch the Edmond Public Schools Foundation and the Fine Arts Institute of Edmond. This scholarship, established by Edmond philanthropist Eloise Rodke Rees to honor her son, Mr. Kenneth Rees, recognizes a History Education student for high academic achievement.

Eligibility Requirements
  • History Education major with an emphasis in American History
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
  • 3.5 major GPA
  • Two letters of recommendation from faculty
  • Participating in student teaching in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Kirkpatrick Service Awards


296163, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to UCO Students who meet the following criteria: 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above;
  • Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate hours at UCO
  • Must have earned a minimum of 12 undergraduate hours or 9 graduate hours at UCO
  • Made significant contributions to the UCO campus through scholarship and leadership

Award Requirement
  • The recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive their scholarship

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





KJ Tullis Memorial Scholarship Fore! PGA Management



The purpose of this scholarship is to provide support for PGM majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete qualifying application
  • Must be a PGM major
  • Full Time Student
  • minimum 2.75 GPA

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current student application period.





Latino Faculty/Staff Association Endowed Scholarship

Hispanic Latino
296171, 296172, 296163
To provide scholarships to current UCO students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Must be a current, active member of at least one of the following three organizations: HASA, the Hispanic Success Initiative, or Student Support Services LA META Program
  • Open to Undergraduate or Graduate students
  • Provide a personal statement of 1.5-2 pages (max) explaining your background, life goals, and career goals

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





LaTisha Pollard Coffey Endowed Scholarship for Mathematics and Statistics


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Mathematics and Statistics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate or graduate student
  • Two faculty recommendations





Latisha Pollard Coffey Scholarship for Art


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 1983 by Troy and Marceline Pollard in honor of their late daughter LaTisha Pollard Coffey, who passed away earlier in the same year at the age of 33. LaTisha graduated from UCO, then known as Central State University, with a degree in art and a minor in mathematics. Recipient must demonstrate excellence in your area of emphasis and showcase effective writing skills.

Eligibility
  • Art major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.25+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
  • Enrolled in 6+ hours of art coursework
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Laura Bell Dyer Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to Juniors or Seniors within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Special Education major
  • Must be a junior or senior for the academic year in which the scholarship is awarded
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Leeds Forensic Systems Scholarship

Forensic Science
296171, 296172
The scholarship is for UCO Students pursing a Forensic Science degree. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student must be a declared Forensic Science student and currently enrolled full-time in the master’s or undergraduate (Junior/Senior) program
  • Student must provide a UCO transcript showing an overall 3.0 GPA or above in all coursework
  • Student must be enrolled full-time (9 hours for graduate students or 12 hours for undergraduate student) each semester the scholarship is received
  • Preference will be given to students focusing on a career in Firearm and Toolmark Analysis.

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Leland and Pauline Cooper Endowed Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students within the College of Education and Professional Studies who are majoring in Organizational Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must complete application process and include an up-to-date transcript
  • Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Organizational Leadership
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Lillian Pruett Eleve' Scholarship


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2020 in honor of Lillian and Pruett Edwards.  

Eligibility
  • Dance Major
  • Full-time undergraduate student
  • Sophomore, junior or senior student
  • Minimum GPA 3.0+
  • Provide a personal essay explaining background, career/life goals and any artistic endeavors outside of the department coursework
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Lois V. and Dr. Philip Ball Endowed Scholarship in Psychology


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Psychology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate or Graduate student in the psychology program
  • Preference will be given to students who are interested in Counseling Psychology
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Enrolled in 9 graduate or 12 undergraduate credit hours or more
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Lorraine K. Bell Scholarship

English, graduate, creative writing
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship, established in honor of former UCO English and Humanities instructor Lorraine King Bell, recognizes a student who has demonstrated outstanding scholarly ability and has played an active role in university activities.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled in Bachelor of Arts in English, English- Creative Writing, English Education, or Master of Arts in English
  • Junior, senior, or graduate standing
  • Demonstrates scholarly excellence
  • Active participation in department and University activities





Lorren H. Beavers Endowed Accounting Scholarship


296160, 296173
The Lorren H. Beavers Endowed Accounting Scholarship is open to declared Accounting majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting majors





Louis D. Nagi Endowed Memorial Scholarship


296160, 296172
The Louis D. Nagi Endowed Memorial Scholarship is open to a graduate student in the MBA Program. The student must be a U.S. citizen with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. Preference to be given to U.S. student in the MBA Program who plans to go into the teaching field. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student in the MBA Program
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • U.S. Citizen
Selection Process
  • Preference to be given to U.S. student in the MBA Program who plans to go into the teaching field





Louise Chandler Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics and Science


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate enrolled in 12 hours
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Preference given to a student actively involved in the Black Student association
  • Two faculty recommendations





LTC Oren Lee Peters Endowed ROTC Scholarship



To provide scholarship funds for Cadets in the Army ROTC program.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a contracted ROTC Cadet
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
  • Personal statement in Army memorandum format detailing the financial need and reasons for participating in Army ROTC and why you are the best candidate for selection
  • No previous administrative suspension or probation for academics
  • Passing score on the Army Combat Fitness Test at time of application
  • ROTC instructor recommendation
  • Previous winners are not eligible for scholarship





Lucille Patton Endowed Scholarship


296161
This scholarship is available to a student majoring in Adult Education. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major in Adult Education
  • Demonstrate Academic Achievement
  • Demonstrate Financial Need
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Maja Kristin Scholarship for Dance


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2020 by Maja Kristin.

Preference will be given to students who participate in UCO Department of Dance's performing companies which include but are not limited to, Kaleidoscope Dance Company, students involved with student groups in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and students who are former scholarship recipients.  

Eligibility
  • Dance Major
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
  • Minimum 2.8 GPA
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Management Department Scholarship Fund


296160, 296173
The Management Department Scholarship Fund is open to declared Management (Management, Human Resource Management, or PGA Golf Management) majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Management (Management, Human Resource Management, or PGA Golf Management) majors





Margaret Bennett McAlister Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are education majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Undergraduate student
  • Education major with intent to teach math
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Margaret Branscum Scholarship for Teachers


296161, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are preparing for a teaching career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an education major, with intent to become a teacher
  • Must be a female student admitted to student teaching
  • 2.75 GPA or higher
  • Must be in student teaching semester
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Seniors graduating in December are eligible to receive full scholarship in their last semester
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship
 





Margaret Jane Dalton Endowed Scholarship in Nursing


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate student  
  • 3.0 overall grade point or higher  
  • Nursing major
  • Two faculty recommendations
Selection Requirements
  • Preference given to a nursing student who is participating or has participated in STLR activities





Marissa Murrow 'Live with Heart' Legacy Scholarship


296171, 296172, 296163
To provide a scholarship for a current UCO student who is an active member of the Sigma Kappa Sorority. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an active member of Sigma Kappa
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • A short statement highlighting personal growth after becoming a member of the Sigma Kappa Sorority 
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Letter of recommendation from a member of the executive board





Martin Family Foundation Endowed Scholarship


296162
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate student, Junior, or Senior Status Only   
  • Oklahoma resident   
  • Nursing major
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Demonstrate financial need, based on scholarship and financial aid currently receiving
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Martin, Wilson, and Associates Endowed Scholarship in Creative Writing

creative writing, English, graduate, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship, established by Jim Martin and Evelyn Wilson, recognizes an undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing a major in Creative Writing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Majoring in Bachelors of Arts in English- Creative Writing or Master in Arts in Creative Writing
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled at UCO with Junior, Senior, or Graduate student status
  • Submit an original writing sample essay or short story with a 500-word minimum
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that scholarship is awarded





Marvin Mays Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements​
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Major in Biology
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Must have completed 60 hours of credit towards degree
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Mary Elizabeth Morelli Outstanding Graduate Student Award


296165, 296173
This scholarship was established by Dr. Brad Morelli, former Senior Legal Counsel for UCO, to honor his mother.

Must be nominated by CLA faculty to apply.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Liberal Arts major
  • Graduate student





Mary Ellen Lovelace Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate student
  • Junior status only   
  • Nursing major pursuing degree as a second career
  • Written essay (approximately 1,000 to 1,500 words) articulating the nursing student’s commitment to nursing, brief biography and goals for the future   
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation/support
  • One personal letter of recommendation (non-faculty)





Mary Lou Bond Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education, with the intent of becoming a teacher.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Elementary Education major
  • Must be an incoming junior or senior
  • Minimum GPA 2.75
  • Preference given to those with financial need
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Mathematics and Statistics Department Chair’s Scholarship


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate or graduate student   
  • 2.9 GPA or above   
  • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours per semester
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Maxine Prather Endowed Scholarship for Elementary Education


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any student who has declared Elementary Education as their major
  • Must have completed 9 semester hours of elementary education coursework
  • Overall minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Provide (2) letters of recommendation
  • Provide personal statement outlining why they desire to become a teacher
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Merit Scholarship for Illustration Minors


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2005 by Mr. Keith Webb, program director of the UCO Illustration Minor, to provide scholarship assistance to students with an emphasis in illustration.  

Eligibility
  • Graphic design major with minor in illustration OR graduate student pursuing MFA in design
  • Major GPA 3.0+ and cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student
  • Enrolled in 9+ hours of design courses (undergraduate) OR 6+ hours of design courses (graduates)
Requirements
  • 5-10 images of your artwork
  • Additional essay (250 words for undergraduates, 500 words for graduates) answering the questions:
    1. What is the most fulfilling aspect of your life as an artist?
    2. What influenced you to pursue art and what are your career objectives?
  • One faculty letter of recommendation
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Micah Steelman Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Accounting


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Micah Steelman Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Accounting is open to students who have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours. Must be full-time with a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA. Preference will be given to a student who has completed or is currently completing an accounting internship. Must provide a faculty recommendation.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Accounting major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
  • Completed at least 60 hours
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Must provide a faculty recommendation letter
Selection Process
  • Preference will be given to a student who has completed or is currently completing an accounting internship.
(This scholarship is a Free course textbook package)





Michael Roy Finerty Scholarship Fund

english

This scholarship is in memory of Michael Roy Finerty who attended Central State University for one year and thereafter died in the service of his country in South Vietnam. This is intended for students majoring in English who show financial need.





MidFirst Bank Endowed Accounting Scholarship


296160, 296173
The MidFirst Bank Endowed Accounting Scholarship is open to declared Accounting majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting majors





MidFirst Bank UCO Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship

Alumni Legacy Incoming Freshman
296170, 296171, 296172, 296173, 296222, 296163
To provide scholarships for UCO students whose parent, grandparent, or parental guardian attended UCO.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must complete the Incoming Student Qualifying Application
  • Must be an entering freshman or transfer student
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Complete a 250-word essay on what it means to you to be able to attend the same university as your legacy parent, grandparent, or legal guardian
  • Must be enrolled full-time
     
Scholarship awards are limited to a certain number of students each year. Not all that apply will be awarded. This scholarship is available to apply for during the Incoming Student Application.





Milah P. Lynn Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science students
  • Nursing major   
  • Demonstrate financial need  
  • Demonstrate leadership qualities
  • Two faculty recommendations





Mildred Lorene Davis Scholarship for Dance


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2017 by Debra Sue Pense in honor of her mother, the late Mildred Lorene Davis. Mildred was hard-working, industrious and active her entire life and enjoyed many recreational activities including dance.

Eligibility
  • Dance major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Sophomore, junior or senior
  • Enrolled full time (12+ hours)
Requirements
  • 1 1/2 to 2 page statement about the role of dance in a healthy and active lifestyle
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Milt and Shirley Pugh Endowed Scholarship (CLA)


296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Mathematics and Science and/or the College of Liberal Arts. This fund is established as an honorarium of the following former faculty of the University: Marvin Evans, Beverly Cox, C.E. Herring, Gerlof Homan, Fred Drake, Vera Mayor, and Norman Russell.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Liberal Arts student
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Candidate should be full-time and in good standing
  • Provide two faculty recommendation letters
  • Provide current transcript





Milt and Shirley Pugh Endowed Scholarship (CMS)


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Mathematics and Science and/or the College of Liberal Arts. This fund is established as an honorarium of the following former faculty of the University: Marvin Evans, Beverly Cox, C.E. Herring, Gerlof Homan, Fred Drake, Vera Mayor, and Norman Russell.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Candidate should be full-time and in good standing
  • Provide two faculty recommendations
  • Provide current transcript





Milt Pugh Endowed Scholarship



Mission: Scholarship will support an incoming Freshman who is a graduate from Purcell High School.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate from Purcell High School
  • Letter of recommendation from the Purcell High School principal 
  • Incoming freshman to UCO
  • Plan to pursue a degree within the College of Mathematics and Science

This scholarship is available to apply for through the Incoming Student Application. 





Mollie Barrett Tallant Scholarship for CMS


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate
  • 2.0 GPA or higher
  • Must be taking 9 hours per semester
  • Two faculty recommendation letters
Selection Process
  • Preference will be given to single mothers





Morgan Family Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to a student who is pursuing a degree in Teacher Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • One scholarship awarded to student admitted to student teaching
  • One scholarship awarded to a student pursuing a degree in family science
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Involvement in campus organizations
  • Submit personal essay describing how your education at UCO prepares you for your career and your career goal
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Muriel A. Herbrand Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Physical Education/Health and are preparing to teach.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to students who are majoring in physical education/health
  • Must be admitted to student teaching
  • Active membership in the UCO KHS Club and the Oklahoma Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (OAHPERD).  
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Music Theatre Scholarship


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 1996 under President George Nigh to benefit musical theatre students and is endowed by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

Eligibility
  • Musical Theatre Major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
Requirements
  • Personal Artist Statement (250 Words)
  • Official Transcript





Muzny Family Endowed Scholarship in Engineering


296171, 296172, 296162
This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Donnal "Don" F. Muzny and will provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the School of Engineering.  

The recipient(s) of the Muzny Family Endowed Scholarship in Engineering will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the College of Mathematics and Science and will include representatives from the School of Engineering.   The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution the following fall and/or spring semesters.   

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major in a degree within the School of Engineering
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Junior or Senior status
  • Provide a personal statement outlining career goals
  • Financial need may be considered
  • Previous recipients of the scholarship award are eligible for consideration





Nance Family Scholarship

senior, political science, CLA, liberal arts, poli sci
296165, 296172
This scholarship was established by Jeanette Nance and will be awarded to a Political Science student. Jeannette and daughters, Joy and Julie, are alumnae of the University of Central Oklahoma.


Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a junior in political science enrolled full-time
  • Preference for a working single parent or students with other extenuating life circumstances
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA but preference for candidates with a GPA above 3.5
  • Demonstrates leadership as determined by faculty and/or a student who participates in student organization activities





Nannie Blanc Trammell Memorial Scholarship Fund


296170, 296171, 296172, 296163
This scholarship is funded by the Oklahoma City Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution to support a UCO student who meets the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must complete qualifying application
  • Must be an Oklahoma resident
  • Undergraduate or graduate student
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 (undergraduate) or 3.0 (graduate)
  • Must be of admirable character





NAPM OKC Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete UCO qualifying application
  • College of Business student
  • Majoring in supply chain management
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA
  • Must have completed at least 60 credit hours
  • May only be used for tuition, books and fees





Natalie Taylor Endowed Scholarship for Student Teachers


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are student teaching in the upcoming academic year. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be admitted to  Teacher Education
  • Min 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Short essay describing plan to work in public education within the state of Oklahoma after graduation
  • Preference given to those with outside or student organization involvement
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall or spring semester to receive award
  • All funds from this scholarship will be distributed during student teaching
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





National American Insurance Company Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The National American Insurance Company (NAICO) Scholarship is open to a full-time student who has declared Insurance & Risk Management as a major or minor and meets the following eligibility requirements:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Completed application and official transcript
  • Declared Insurance & Risk Management major or minor
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Must have completed 30 hours
  • Must be U.S. Citizen
  • Resident of Oklahoma





Native American Faculty & Staff Association Scholarship

Native American
296170, 296171, 296172, 296163
To provide scholarships for UCO Students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled full-time (12 hours for undergraduate / 6 hours for graduate)
  • 2.50 GPA (undergraduate) / 3.0 GPA (graduate)
  • Must be an officer or member of the Native American Student Association and demonstrate exemplary service to the organization
  • Must submit a personal statement describing involvement and accomplishments made while a member of the Native American Student Association
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Nollert Family Scholarship in German Studies

german, modern langauges, langauge, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296172
This scholarship provides funds to support a student who is a German major or minor with a high academic record. This award is sponsored by alumnus Ben Odom to acknowledge the educational contributions of the Nollert family to Oklahoma.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major or minor in German
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Active in German club/German-speaking community
  • Continuing to study German at UCO
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Nursing Department Endowed Scholarship


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Nursing major
  • Undergraduate student   
  • Enrolled full-time 
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Ober & Bessie Mann Haug Scholarship

Land Run Descendant
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to UCO students who are Land Run descendants and meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in 6 hours or more in the upcoming fall semester
  • Must have completed at least 12 hours at UCO
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 or above
  • Must be a Land Run descendant

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Odom Outreach Scholarship in Sociology

sociology, human services, CLA, liberal arts, SAS
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship, established by alumnus, Ben Odom, is to be awarded to a Sociology undergraduate major who has shown resilience in their life and has demonstrated community involvement through volunteer efforts.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Sociology, Human Services, or Substance Abuse Studies major
  • Full-time undergraduate
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Financial need will be considered
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Oklahoma Attorneys Mutual Insurance Company Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Oklahoma Attorneys Mutual Insurance Company Endowed Scholarship is open to declare Insurance & Risk Management majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students must be U.S. citizens.    

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Insurance & Risk Management majors
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • U.S. Citizen
Award Requirements
  • Once the student is awarded the scholarship he/she will continue to hold the scholarship for a maximum of three years, or until graduation, whichever comes first, provided the following criteria are met:
    • Student maintains a 3.0 GPA
    • Student continues to make progress toward a degree in Insurance & Risk Management





Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance Risk Management Endowed Scholarship



Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application and official transcript
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Insurance and Risk Management Major or Minor
  • At least 12 hours of credit completed
  • U.S. Citizen
Preference given to Freshman students having a Finance Major with a Minor in Insurance and Risk Management.





Oklahoma Safety Council Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission:  To provide scholarship assistance to students majoring in Occupational or Industrial Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major in Occupational or Industrial Safety
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Completed at least 30 hours at UCO
  • Provide personal statement demonstrating passion for safety
  • Demonstrate financial need
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Oliver Hodge Memorial Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a graduate degree in Educational Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any student pursuing a graduate degree in Educational Leadership
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Demonstrates through a personal statement a desire to continue working in the Oklahoma Public School System
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Outdoor and Community Recreation Alumni Endowed Scholarship


296161
This fund provides scholarships to students within the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student must be majoring in Outdoor and Community Recreation
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Outstanding 1st Year Graduate Student Award in Political Science

political science, graduate, award, MPA, IR, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This scholarship is awarded to a Political Science major who exemplifies high academic achievement in their specific area of study and class standing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a graduate student
  • Completion of 18 graduate hours or less
  • Political Science, Master of Public Administration, or Internal Relations major
  • Show strong academic performance (GPA)
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Outstanding 2nd Year Graduate Student Award in International Relations

international relations, international, political science, graduate, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to a Political Science major who exemplifies high academic achievement in their specific area of study and class standing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student majoring in Political Science-International Relations
  • Completion of 18 graduate hours or more
  • Show strong academic performance (GPA)





Outstanding 2nd Year Graduate Student Award in Master of Public Administration

MPA, graduate student, political science, grad, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to a Political Science major who exemplifies high academic achievement in their specific area of study and class standing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student majoring in Political Science - Public Administration
  • Completion of 18 graduate hours or more
  • Strong academic performance (GPA)





Outstanding 2nd Year Graduate Student Award in Political Science

political science, graduate, grad, poli sci, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This scholarship is awarded to a Political Science major who exemplifies high academic achievement in their specific area of study and class standing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student majoring in Political Science
  • Completion of 18 graduate hours or more
  • Strong academic performance (GPA)





Outstanding French Student

french, modern languages, language, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
These scholarships are awarded to students who show excellence in their language studies. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major/minor in French
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Club participation, leadership, involvement in outreach events, or plans for participation in a study tour
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Outstanding German Student

german, modern langauges, language, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
These scholarships are awarded to students who show excellence in their language studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major/Minor in German
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Club participation, leadership, involvement in outreach events, or have plans for participation in a study tour
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Outstanding Spanish Student

Spanish, CLA, liberal arts, modern languages, langugae
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to a student who shows excellence in their language studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major/Minor in Spanish
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Club participation, leadership, involvement in outreach events, or have plans for participation in a study tour
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Outstanding Undergraduate in Economics Scholarship


296160, 296172
The Outstanding Undergraduate in Economics Scholarship is open to a declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) major with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA who has completed a minimum of 45 hours at the time of application.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Completed a minimum of 45 hours





spanish, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was made possible by a generous gift from the Michael Adam Everett Memorial Fund and the late Dr. Mark Allen Everett. The Everett Family Fund was established at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation by Dr. Mark Everett, father of Howard Dean Everett. This scholarship addresses the demand for Spanish language teachers and is awarded to a student with a major in Spanish Education.

Must apply through the OCCF website.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled at University of Central Oklahoma
  • Must be a Spanish Education Major
  • Applicants must have a GPA greater than or equal to 3.0.
  • Preference may be given to applicants who demonstrate a commitment to civic and educational affairs in the community





Parman Foundation Incoming Student Scholarship


296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships to incoming UCO students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an Oklahoma resident
  • Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Incoming Student Application.





Parman Foundation Scholarship


296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship will be awarded to help an Oklahoma resident in need.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a GPA of at least 2.5
  • Must have completed at least 12 hours
  • Must be enrolled in 6 hours or more in the upcoming fall semester

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Patricia Loughlin Ph.D. History Fund



This fund was established by Dr. Patti Loughlin, Professor of History, to benefit students pursuing the MA in History or the BA in History at the University of Central Oklahoma.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application
  • Must be in either the MA in History program or the BA in History program

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current UCO student application period.





Patrick E. Case Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics


296162, 296173
The recipient(s) of the Patrick E. Case Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the College of Mathematics and Science and will include representatives from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution the following fall and/or spring semesters.

Eligibility Criteria
  • Preference given to a Junior undergraduate student majoring in Mathematics Education
  • Must be enrolled full-time





Patterson Family Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Library Media Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any graduate student majoring in Library Media Education or students who already hold a master’s degree but are seeking school library media specialist certification
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Student must provide a personal essay describing "the value of a strong school library"
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Patti and Ruki Neuhold-Ravikumar Endowed Scholarship for the Arts and Design


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2016, by Ruki and Patti Neuhold-Ravikumar, to benefit an international student in the College of Fine Arts and Design.  

Eligibility
  • International Undergraduate, or Graduate Student
  • Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA
  • Personal 1-1/2 to 2 page essay, describing the applicant's journey to becoming a student at UCO, his or her artistic discipline or design specialty and what he or she hopes to accomplish in their professional career
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Peggy Kates Endowed Scholarship in Biology



Mission: Scholarship will benefit a student majoring in Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be majoring in Biology
  • Must have a 3.5 GPA
  • Must have completed 60 credit hours
  • Two letters of recommendation





Peggy Kates Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry


296172, 296162
Mission: Scholarship will benefit a student majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be majoring in Chemistry
  • Must have a 3.5 GPA
  • Must have completed 60 credit hours
  • Two letters of recommendation





PET Holdings and Hollister-Boeing Pre-Vet Scholarship


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in Pre-Veterinary Medicine.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Undergraduate
  • Chemistry or Biology major
  • 3.5 GPA or above
  • Minimum one year experience at an emergency veterinary hospital
  • Must have volunteer experience at an animal rescue group or shelter
  • Must have no arrest record
  • Two faculty recommendations





PGA Management Directors' Scholarship

Business, College of Business, PGA Management, PGM, Golf, Management

This is for PGA Golf Management Majors. 
 
  1. PGA Golf Management Major. 
  2. Must be enrolled full-time & completed 24 hours in PGA program.
  3. 2.50 or above GPA
  4. Student must submit essay with application on “What improvements or advancements would be needed to improve awareness of PGA professional positions.





Phi Delta Kappa Education Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a career in teaching.

Eligibility Requirements
  • This scholarship is open to any student majoring in education & preparing to become a teacher
  • Must be a junior or senior
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society Award

honor society, political science, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This award goes to an outstanding member of Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society member
  • 100 word (approx.) essay on contributions to Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Piper Family Scholarship for the Arts


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was generously established in 2013 by Britt and Jean Piper to fuel a creative partnership between the initiatives of the Piper family and UCO’s art program.

Eligibility
  • Art major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Sophomore, junior or senior
  • Pursuing a bachelor's degree
Requirements
  • 5-10 images of your artwork
  • 250-word essay answering the question, "where do you see your art taking you in the course of your life, both professionally and personally?"
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Piyush and Lisa Patel Scholarship for Design


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2012 by Piyush and Lisa Patel to provide scholarship assistance to students within the UCO Department of Design who demonstrate proficiency and interest in web and multimedia design.

Eligibility
  • Graphic design major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.25+
  • Junior or senior
  • Proficiency and interest in web and multimedia design
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Political Science Graduate Paper Award

graduate paper, poli sci, political science, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This award provides money to recognize the winner of Political Science paper submissions. There will be a graduate and undergraduate paper winner. Winners will be the department's representative for the Oklahoma Political Science association Paper Award competitions in the fall.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate Student
  • Political Science major
  • Attach Political Science Paper





Political Science Leadership Award

leadership, poli sci, political science, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This award recognizes outstanding leadership characteristics in a Political Science major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Junior or Senior level status in fall
  • Provide evidence of Leadership in Political Science student organizations/activities
  • Political Science major
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Political Science Undergraduate Paper Award

undergrad, paper, poli sci, political science, CLA, liberal arts
296165
This award provides money to recognize the winner of Political Science paper submissions. There will be a graduate and undergraduate paper winner. Winners will be the department's representative for the Oklahoma Political Science association Paper Award competitions in the fall.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Political Science major
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Professor Leroy Crozier Internship Scholarship

internship, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship honors Professor Leroy Crozier who graduated from Central in 1943 and later served as the chair of the UCO Political Science department for 12 years. It awards Political Science students who are participating in a university-approved internship.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Political Science major
  • Minimum of 3.25 GPA in your major and 3.0 GPA overall
  • Junior or senior status
  • Applicants and the desired internship opportunity must have been vetted by the political science internship coordinator prior to application for the scholarship
  • Attached description of the internship including the number of hours completed, desired learning outcomes, organization at which the internship will be completed, internship responsibilities, etc.





Public Health Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Public Health.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major in Public Health
  • Full-time undergraduate student
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Second semester junior or first semester senior classification
  • Demonstrates financial need
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Award Requirements
  • The recipient of this scholarship must write a letter of thanks to the Public Health Program Faculty and turn it into the College of Education & Professional Studies dean’s office, attention CEPS Development Office.





Pugh Family Pioneer Endowed Scholarship for Geography

geography, history, H&G, CLA, liberal arts
296165
In memory of Dr. Edward J. Pugh, this scholarship provides funds for a student whose major is Geography and holds sophomore or junior standing at UCO. It is open to U.S. and international students.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Sophomore or Junior standing in semester awarded
  • Geography major
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded
  • Personal letter discussing background, influences, career choice, etc.





Reba Collins Endowed Scholarship

mass communication, strategic communication, mass comm, PR, advertising, strat comm, CLA, liberal arts
296171, 296172, 296165
This scholarship was established to honor the late Reba Collins, considered the world's foremost scholar on Will Rogers. She taught at UCO as a journalism professor and worked as the Director of the University of Central Oklahoma's Public Relations. This scholarship is awarded to a student who shows outstanding achievement and promise in print journalism.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Mass Communication, Strategic Communications majors
  • Junior or Senior status in fall semester that scholarship is awarded
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled in at least 12 hours
  • Active in Mass Communication Studies





Regent Belva Prestidge Howard Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarships for students pursuing a graduate degree in the School Counseling. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to any graduate student pursuing a degree in School Counseling
  • Must be enrolled full-time (9 hours)
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Richard and Helen Peters' Scholarship for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Applied Liberal Arts Award

applied liberal arts, dean, CLA, liberal arts, CALA
296165
This scholarship is sponsored by Emeritus Professor of History Dr. Richard Peters, and his wife Helen Peters, long-time adjunct professor at the University of Central Oklahoma. It recognizes a student's academic achievement in Applied Liberal Arts.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Applied Liberal Arts major
  • Full-time or part-time undergraduate
  • Meet standards set by program under direction of the Center for the Advancement of the Liberal Arts
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Richard Denson Endowed Scholarship for Dance Education


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2009 to honor the late Richard Denson, a faculty member in the UCO Department of Dance who passed away in 2011. Further donations were contributed to the fund in memory of his mother, Audrey Denson, who passed away in 2012.

Eligibility
  • Dance education major
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5+
  • Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
  • 12+ completed hours at UCO
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Rishi & Srikanth PA Endowed Scholarship in Nursing


296162, 296173
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Nursing major
  • Two faculty recommendations





Robert Aldridge Armed Forces Scholarship

Military Veteran
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is available to those that are active in the military, a veteran who is honorably or medically discharged, and/or a member of the National Guard (required to show proof of current enlistment or discharge). 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Must be enrolled in at least 9 hours or more
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





Robert and Elizabeth Walker Scholarship for Accounting


296160, 296171, 296172
The Robert and Elizabeth Walker Endowed Scholarship for Accounting is open to a full-time undergraduate student with a declared Accounting major and a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students must be able to demonstrate financial need.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting Major
  • Full-time Undergraduate
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Ability to demonstrate financial need





Robert Burke Endowed Scholarship

Upward Bound
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
This scholarship is available to those who have completed the Upward Bound Program and meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have maintained a 2.25 GPA
  • Must have maintained full-time status
  • Must have completed the Upward Bound Program
     
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Robert Glenn Rapp Chamber Music


296164, 296173
To provide scholarship to School of Music students who participate in the Chamber Music Initiative.

Eligibility
  • SOM Student
  • Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
  • Demonstrate financial need
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Robert Glenn Rapp Upper Level Music Award


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2008 by the Robert Glenn Rapp Foundation. Recipient must display a high level of artistry in your area of study.

Eligibility
  • Music Major
  • Cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
  • Enrolled Full-Time (12+ Hours Undergraduate, 9+ Hours Graduate)
  • Oklahoma Resident
Requirements
  • Display High Level of Artistry in Your Area
  • Recipient required to write a brief essay about a class, research, creative or scholarly activity. 
  • Personal Artist Statement (250 Words)
  • Official Transcript 





Roger Strong Endowed Scholarship


296164, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship to be awarded to a Freshman Music Education major with an emphasis in violin, viola, cello or string bass. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 in high school.  Must be enrolled in applied string lessons and chamber if full orchestra. 
 
Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum High School GPA of 2.8+
  • Enrolled in applied string lessons 





Rothbaum Scholarship


296163, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is available to help those who are a resident of Oklahoma and are an undergraduate student.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in 12 or more credit hours during the current spring semester
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Must have completed 30 credit hours at UCO
  • Must have completed 12 credit hours in your academic major
Awards Requirement
  • The recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive their scholarship.

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Roy Huckleberry Memorial Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Roy Huckleberry Memorial Scholarship is open to a declared Accounting major who has completed at least 12 hours at the time of application and has a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, as well as a minimum 3.25 major GPA in Accounting.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting major
  • Completed a minimum of 12 hours
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Minimum major GPA of 3.25





RSM Scholarship


296160, 296172
The RSM Scholarship is open to a declared Accounting major with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA and at least 75 hours completed at the time of application. Two faculty recommendations required (please indicate the two College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation).

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Accounting major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Completed at least 75 hours
  • Two faculty recommendation letters required (please indicate the two College of Business faculty members on your application that you wish to have supply a recommendation)





Ruth B. Boss Women in Leadership Scholarship


296160, 296173
To benefit deserving Broncho Business Leaders (2BL) students at the University of Central Oklahoma.  

Eligibility Requirements
  • Preference given to a female student
  • Must be a full-time enrolled College of Business student who has been admitted to 2BL
  • Recommendation from the Director of 2BL
  • Must submit a resume that details leadership skills
  • Preference is given to a student who will be junior the following Fall/Spring





Ryanne Hauschild Scholarship for Kinesiology


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Kinesiology – Exercise/Fitness Management.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Majoring in Kinesiology – Exercise/Fitness Management
  • Must be a student of good character
  • Provide (2) letters of character reference
  • GPA and financial need may be considered when students of similar character are evaluated
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Samuel Henry and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Foundation for Economics


296160, 296173
The Samuel Henry and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Foundation for Economics scholarship is open to declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Economics (Economics or Energy Economics) majors





Samuel Henry and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Foundation Scholarship for Modern Languages

modern languages, language, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296172
This scholarship is awarded to recognize students of the Department of Modern Languages who are accomplished in several languages.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Major/minor in language
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • An active learner in more than one language
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Samuel Henry Mitchell and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major
  • 3.0 GPA or above
  • Undergraduate student
  • Enrolled in minimum of 6 hours per semester
  • Two faculty recommendation letters





Samuel Henry Mitchell and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Scholarship for Mathematics


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Mathematics.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Mathematics major
  • Undergraduate or graduate student   
  • 3.0 GPA or above
  • Enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours per semester 
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Sandra Mackey Endowed Scholarship

political science, international affairs, graduate, poli sci, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
In honor of Dr. Sandra Mackey, a leading Middle East expert and author of six acclaimed books, this scholarship recognizes graduate students in the Master of Arts - International Affairs program who exemplifies high academic achievement and class standing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Graduate in Master of Arts, Political Science-International Affairs program
  • Continuing student for the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Scholarship for First Generation Students

First Generation
296163, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is available to first generation college student. A first generation college student is a student who is the first in their family to attend college.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 or better
  • Must be enrolled in at least 9 credit hours or more
  • Must be a first generation student

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Shedeck Business Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Shedeck Business Scholarship is open to a declared College of Business Major. Students must be enrolled full-time, U.S. citizens, Oklahoma residents, and have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business major
  • Enrolled full-time
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Oklahoma resident
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher





Sorosis Club Scholarship

liberal arts, CLA, full-time, undergraduate, graduate, grad student
296165, 296171, 296172
The Sorosis Club Scholarship was established in 1994 to be awarded to a College of Liberal Arts undergraduate or graduate student of admirable character.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Liberal Arts major
  • Full-time student
  • Minimum GPA 3.0
  • Letters of recommendation from at least two professors
  • A student of admirable character
  • Continuing student in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Stanley W. and Angela S. Case Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund in Mass Communication

mass communication, pro media, media, mass comm, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in honor of veteran news anchor, broadcast journalist, UCO Distinguished Alumnus, and inaugural Luminary Society member, Stanley Case. It is awarded to a Mass Communication Professional Media major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application
  • Upload official or unofficial transcript
  • Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior with at least one more semester before graduation
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Preference given to students who have completed 4 of the required courses in the Professional Media degree program
  • Must have desire to begin a career in broadcasting after graduation

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current UCO student application period.





Stephanie D. Johnson Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to Juniors or Seniors within the College of Education & Professional Studies who have a learning disability and/or are admitted to the teacher education program and plan to work with students who have a learning disability. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be admitted to the teacher education program
  • 2.5 GPA or higher 
  • Preference will be given to a student with a learning disability at UCO
  • Must be a junior or senior for the academic year in which the scholarship is awarded 
  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Preference given to OK resident
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
  • Recipient is able to receive the full award in the fall, if graduating
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Stephen Holt Gragg Memorial Scholarship


296170, 296171, 296172, 296165
To provide scholarships for UCO students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • 2.5 cumulative GPA
  • Preference is given to a student majoring in Political Science, Public Administration, or other majors leading to a career in government service
  • Demonstrated leadership in student government
  • Demonstrated commitment to public or campus services
  • Letters of recommendation from 2 faculty members

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Steve Allen Memorial Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies pursuing a degree in Industrial Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be pursuing a B.S. in Industrial Safety/Occupational Safety or M.Ed. in Adult and Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Studies: Subject Area in Industrial Safety
  • Full-time undergraduate student (12 hours) or graduate student (9 hours)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Steve and Carol Barrymore Endowed Spanish Scholarship

spanish, spanish education, language, modern languages, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
This scholarship honors a UCO Spanish major who exhibits dedication and enthusiasm for learning, that mirror Steve and Carol's feelings in their experiences and connections with the university.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Open to undergraduate students with a Spanish or Spanish Education major (preference given to Spanish Education students)
  • Junior or Senior level status
  • Minimum 2.85 GPA
  • Brief statement explaining financial need or special circumstances





Steward Family Endowed Scholarship in Sociology

Liberal Arts, Sociology, Gerontology, Substance Abuse Studies, CLA
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172
The Steward Family Endowed Scholarship in Sociology was created in honor of the Steward family and the role of education in contributing to the greater good as well as improving the life chances of individuals. The power of education to transform lives is at the heart of this scholarship.

This scholarship recognizes a sociology major who demonstrates financial need and an unwavering commitment to higher education and the discipline of sociology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Sociology major
  • Full-time student
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Brief statement explaining financial need and/or special circumstances





Straw Family Endowed Scholarship in Nursing


296162, 296171, 296172
Viola Straw became an LPN through OJT in the mid-late 1940s and was grandfathered into LPN licensure when Vocational Education became the requirement for LPN licensure. When her daughter chose to pursue nursing, Viola Straw insisted her daughter complete a BS program for licensure as an RN which she did in 1975 at Central State University. Both recognized the effort required to make education a priority for career in nursing. To this end, this scholarship is designed to assist those seeking a BS nursing education.

The recipient(s) of the Straw Family Endowed Scholarship in Nursing will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the College of Mathematics and Science and will include representatives from the Department of Nursing. The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution the following fall and/or spring semesters.

Eligibility Requirements
  • First preference given to a Licensed Practical Nurse pursuing a B.S. in Nursing 
  • Second preference given to a R.N. returning for a B.S. in Nursing 
  • If first or second preference are unavailable, a junior or senior level Nursing student 
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA 
  • Demonstrate financial need





Student Transformative Learning Endowed Scholarship in the College of Fine Arts & Design


296173, 296163
This scholarship supports undergraduate students in their transformative learning journey through UCO's Student Transformative Learning Record (STLR) activities and STLR tenet areas: Global & Cultural Competencies; Health & Wellness; Leadership; Research, Creative & Scholarly Activities; and Service Learning & Civic Engagement.

Eligibility Requirements:
  • College of Fine Arts and Design Major.
  • Undergraduate first-generation college student and/or
  • Indicated financial need and/or
  • From a traditionally underserved group.
Application Process:
Upload a short, typed personal statement. In your statement, talk about:
  1. At least one of these (STLR) tenet areas you’re most interested in getting experience in and why: Global & Cultural Competencies, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Research, Creative & Scholarly Activities, and Service Learning & Civic Engagement.
  2. Anything you’ve already done or plan to get involved in that relates to that area or areas.
  3. At least one STLR activity you could do in the future or have already done that could help you become more well-rounded and ready for life outside of college.
If you have a STLR Snapshot showing STLR activities you’ve already done, upload an unofficial STLR Snapshot PDF printout. Visit STLR Snapshot to log in and find more info about how to create your printout. If you’ve done official STLR-tagged activities, but they’re not showing on your STLR Snapshot, you can talk about them in your personal statement.

Application Period:
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application time frame.





Sue McCauley Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Family & Child Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Majoring in Family & Child Studies
  • Deemed to be “outstanding”, determined by leadership skills shown in personal statement
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Susan Titus Endowed Memorial Scholarship or The Independent Insurance Agents of Oklahoma Susan Titus Endowed Memorial Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Independent Insurance Agents of Oklahoma Susan Titus Endowed Memorial Scholarship is open to U.S citizens with a declared finance or finance and risk management major or minor.  Students must have completed at least 12 hours of credit at the time of application and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be enrolled for the semester the scholarship is disbursed. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • US Citizen
  • Declared Finance or Finance and Risk Management major or minor
  • Completed a minimum of 12 hours
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Selection Process
  • Preference given to incoming sophomores and juniors
  • Preference given to insurance and risk management majors
Award Requirements
  • Once the recipient receives the scholarship, he/she will continue to hold the scholarship for maximum of 3 years or until graduation, whichever comes first, provided a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • They continue to make progress towards a degree in finance (minor in insurance and risk management)





Ted and Dorothy Thrasher Scholarship


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Student must be an Oklahoma Resident 
  • Enrolled in at least 12 hours
  • 3.0 GPA or higher 
  • Pursuing STEM Degree
  • Student must demonstrate financial need and is not receiving Pell Grant funding
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Terrill Smith Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry major
  • 3.5 GPA or above
  • Undergraduate student
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Textbook Brokers Leadership Fund - CEPS


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission:  To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Undergraduate or Graduate
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Allen Family Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing undergraduate degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education
  • Must be sophomore classification or above at the time scholarship is awarded
  • 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Provide two letters of recommendation from faculty or a community member
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Oklahoma resident
  • Demonstrate financial need
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





The Aràmbula Family Endowed Scholarship for Education


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are student teaching in the upcoming academic year. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must complete an application and provide official transcript
  • Must be admitted to the Teacher Education or Secondary Education program at UCO
  • Minimum 2.8 GPA required
  • In a short essay please demonstrate financial need
  • Preference will be given to a student who is involved with campus or outside community organizations - please include a letter of recommendation from the organization
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall or spring semester to receive award
  • All funds from this scholarship will be distributed during student teaching
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Dr. J. David Macey Endowed Scholarship in Liberal Arts



In honor of Dr. Macey's service to the UCO community, this scholarship was created to support students who will benefit from his innovative legacy.

Eligibility Criteria
  • Must be pursuing a major or minor in the College of Liberal Arts
  • Complete application
  • Must upload an official transcript
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
  • Enrolled either part-time or full-time
  • Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current UCO student application period.





The Dr. Mary Monfort Endowed Scholarship


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are a single parent. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete qualifying application
  • Must be a single parent while obtaining their degree
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 2.85
  • Preference given to student in a Reading program
  • In a short essay, please demonstrate how this scholarship will impact your life
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Dr. Merl Simmons Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to UCO students.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Students must be enrolled full-time
  • Preference will be given to a former Anna’s House Foundation ward or to an Anna’s House Foundation (AHF) foster family child
  • If no AHF applicants are eligible then preference will be given to a former foster student
  • Preference is given to a student who is a pre-med major and intends to pursue a medical degree in pediatrics or a nursing degree with a pediatric specialty
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation must be provided





The Dr. William Caire Selman Living Lab Scholarship


296162, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Majoring in Biology
  • Full-time Student 
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Preference given to a student who has participated in research or service at the Selman Living Lab
  • Two faculty references must be provided





The Fred and Catherine Turpin Scholarship for Speech-Language Pathology


296161
​Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Speech Language Pathology. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology at UCO
  • In a short essay, please demonstrate how you show professionalism on a daily basis, how you plan to impact your community after graduation, and the financial need for this scholarship





The GIS Beta Epsilon Leadership Scholarship



Eligibility Requirements
  • The President of The GIS Beta Epsilon A.K.A. The Actuary, Insurance and Risk Management Club
  • President must be in good standing - if the President is not in good standing then the VP/President-Elect will be awarded
  • 3.0 GPA





The Hall Family Scholarship


296170, 296171, 296172, 296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are preparing for a teaching career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student preparing for a teaching career
  • Undergraduate or Graduate
  • Admitted to Teacher Education
  • Preference given to students who demonstrate financial need
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
  • 2 scholarships for music education majors and 2 scholarships for non-music education majors
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Seniors graduating in December are eligible to receive full scholarship in their last semester
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Haulman Cunliff Endowed Scholarship in Bilingual Education/TESOL

TESL Bilingual Education TESOL

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a Masters of Education – Bilingual Education/TESOL.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a graduate student in the Bilingual Education/ TESOL program at UCO to apply
  • Preference will be given to classroom teachers that serve English learners in the metropolitan area
  • In a short essay, please share your plan to work for Oklahoma Public Schools after graduation and how this scholarship will help achieve your goal
  • In the same essay, please demonstrate financial need
 Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





The Honorable Lance & Lori Robertson Endowed Scholarship in Public Administration

CLA, liberal arts, political science, masters of public administration, MPA, public service
296170, 296171, 296172, 296165
This scholarship was established by UCO Distinguished Alumnus Lance Robertson and his wife, Lori Robertson, to help UCO graduate students successfully transition into public service.  This scholarship recognizes a Master of Public Administration student who shows exceptional passion, vision and commitment for service with a demonstrated strong academic record and financial need.  In addition to financial support, the recipient is also offered mentorship hours with the Robertsons.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Graduate student in the MPA program
  • Preference for a student working at least part-time
  • Graduate GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Recommendation from a faculty member
  • One page essay demonstrating the student's fit for the scholarship, financial need and future goals of serving in a public administration capacity
  • Preference may be given to previous recipients





The Janet Rogers Memorial Scholarship



The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support for junior or senior Insurance majors.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application and upload transcript
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Must be enrolled as a junior or senior for the following year
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Must provide a written statement demonstrating financial need
  • Must be a declared Insurance major
  • Must be in the Insurance and Risk Management club

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current student application period.





The Jeyaraj & Powell Family Endowed Scholarship in Psychology



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to international students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are declared a major within the Department of Psychology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be an international student at UCO
  • Must be a declared major within the Department of Psychology
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA
  • In a short essay (2 pages) – 1) highlight yourself to our scholarship committee and demonstrate why you are the best recipient. 2) Explain what receiving this scholarship will mean to you and your family





The Jo Bazhaw Future Teacher Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are preparing for a teaching career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Student preparing for a teaching career
  • Must be admitted to Teacher Education
  • Undergraduate or Graduate
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Preference given to students demonstrating financial need
  • Successful recipients are eligible to reapply
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Seniors graduating in December are eligible to receive full scholarship in their last semester
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Karen McGrath Scholarship for Special Education Majors


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a Special Education major
  • 2.75 GPA or higher
  • Must be an officer of the Student Council for Exceptional Children who demonstrates exemplary service to the organization
  • Must have completed at least (30) hours or more
  • Recipient must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





The Kathryn Lanay Moyer Endowed Scholarship in Psychology



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree within the Psychology department. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared major within the Department of Psychology
  • Demonstrate a strong passion for leadership and involvement with the department both on campus and/or within the community
  • Demonstrates academic success in their program 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Lee Sherman Endowed Debate Scholarship

debate, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is provided to a student who is an Oklahoma resident and who has committed to going to UCO and to being active in the Debate Program.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Attending UCO in fall
  • Accepted in debate program
  • Documents to prove success (tournaments, awards, competitions)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Participated in debate program for 1 year
  • Letter of Recommendation from high school debate coach





The Love of Janeene Cooper Scholarship in Nursing


296162, 296171, 296172
​Scholarship mission:  To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Enrolled as full-time student in Nursing Program
  • Complete application and provide transcript
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Two letters of recommendation from a nursing faculty member
  • Preference given to a First Generation college student
  • Preference given to a student who shows the true definition of nursing characteristics
The Love of Janeene Cooper scholarship was created by her son who graduated from UCO's nursing program. Thinking back, he derived how to effectively be a nurse through watching his mother provide care for others. Through her work ethic, joy, and love for others, Janeene did whatever she could to help someone in need. This scholarship is for a nursing student whom resembles the true characteristics of a nurse. You can have all the knowledge there is to know to become a nurse, but if you cannot show your patients love, empathy, and support, then you have missed what it truly means to be a nurse.





The Marissa Murrow Legacy Scholarship for Teacher Education


296161
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to Juniors or Seniors within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a career in teaching. This scholarship was established to honor the legacy of former UCO student and special education major, Marissa Murrow.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application and provide official transcript
  • Must be admitted to the Teacher Education program at UCO
  • Preference will be given to a Special Education student major
  • Must be a Junior or Senior level at time scholarship funds are distributed
  • Must be involved with at least one on campus or community organization
  • Complete a short essay describing which organization you are involved with at UCO, what you have learned from this organization and how you plan to impact your community
  • Preference may be given to student(s) demonstrating academic excellence
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The McCollam / Howard Family Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are preparing for a teaching career.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be preparing for a teaching career
  • Must be a single custodial parent
  • Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA or higher
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Successful recipients are eligible to reapply next year
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Seniors graduating in December are eligible to receive full scholarship in their last semester
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The McLaughlin Family Endowed Scholarship in Photography

photography, photographic arts, mass communication, mass comm, pro media, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296172
This scholarship recognizes a student deemed extremely talented by their faculty who also plans on photography as their profession.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Photographic Arts major or minor
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





The Post-Tension Services Endowed Scholarship in Finance


296173, 296160
Alum Matthew Barlow created The Post Tension Services Endowed Scholarship in Finance to reward a student who works and attends school full-time, much like he did. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Preference given to a Finance Major with a Real Estate minor
  • Must provide a statement describing if they work outside of attending class





The Prosser Sumner Endowed Behavioral Health Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies at UCO.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Be on track with the Board Certified Behavioral Analyst Certification course sequence at UCO at the time of distribution.
  • Be a current or previous member of the UCO Black Student Association
  • Be enrolled a minimum of 3 credit hours to be eligible

Selection Process 
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee

Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall or spring semester to receive award
  • All funds from this scholarship will be distributed during student teaching
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients





The Ragland Family Education Foundation Scholarship

STEM
296162, 296163, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296173, 296222
To provide financial assistance to Oklahoma students with limited educational funding who want to obtain a college degree in STEM.

This scholarship is an external scholarship and the application can be found at:

raglandfamilyfoundation.com

The deadline for the application is March 15, 2023


 





The Risley Family Endowed Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students


296161, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is available to any student within the AESS department who have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have received high school diploma or equivalent no less than 5 years prior to this award
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Undergraduate or graduate student for the upcoming fall semester
  • Attach a document that expresses how winning this award will improve your life 
  • Upload a copy of your UCO transcript
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





The Tiffany Wise Master of Public Health Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a career in public health. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Enrolled in the MPH Program at UCO
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Provide statement outlining a personal or financial struggle and how this scholarship will impact your life
  • Preference will be given to a student actively involved with the Majors Club in KHS
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
 Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





The Two Structures Homes Endowed Scholarship



Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete qualifying application
  • Real Estate Minor





The Tyler Henry Memorial Endowed Scholarship for Debate

debate, financial need, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
Established in memory and honor of a UCO debater, Tyler Henry, this scholarship assists a student who has completed 12 hours at UCO and has been accepted to the Debate Team.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Accepted onto the Debate team
  • Completed a minimum of 12 hours at UCO
  • Provide letter describing influences in declared major, financial need, and special circumstances





The Warner Family Scholarship


296162
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Chemistry in honor of Gabi Rodriguez-Warner.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Minimum of 2.5 GPA
  • Must be a Chemistry or Mathematics major, preference to a Junior or Senior





The Weilert Family Marketing Scholarship

College of Business, Business, Marketing, Weilert

Scholarship in the Marketing Department in College of Business 

Criteria shall be:  
  1. Business Marketing Major
  2. Must be enrolled full-time & completed 24 hours at UCO or another college.
  3. 2.5 or above GPA
  4. 1st Preference: Employed by one of “The Weilert Family” companies. 2nd Preference: to a men’s basketball or women’s track and field athlete at UCO.
  5. Final 2 selected by committee has to be Approved by Donor Chris Weilert to select 1 person to be awarded and verify employment. 

 





The Weilert Family PGA Scholarship

PGA, Golf, management, College of Business, Weilert

The Weilert Family PGA Scholarship was created for a student pursuing a PGA Golf Management degree.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Must be a PGA Management Student.
  • GPA 2.75 or higher
  • 30 hours completed at UCO. Completed 1 internship.
This scholarship is available to apply for during the current UCO student application period.





The Whipple Family Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to  students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a behavioral science major. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a behavioral science major at UCO
  • Preference will be given to students within the Department of Psychology
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Please include a short summary demonstrating financial need for this scholarship
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Theresa Sue Evans Scholarship in Real Estate


296160, 296173
The Theresa Sue Evans Endowed Scholarship in Real Estate is open to full time students with a declared UCO Real Estate minor.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared UCO Real Estate minor
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Students must provide a statement of work history while enrolled in school
  • Real Estate program director must provide a recommendation
  • Must provide statement of need





Tinker Federal Credit Union Design Scholarship


296164, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was established in 2007 to provide scholarship assistance to students within the UCO Department of Design.

Eligibility
  • Design major
  • Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
  • Major GPA 3.25+ and cumulative GPA 3.0+
  • Enrolled full time (12+ hours undergraduate, 9+ hours graduate)
  • Demonstrate financial need
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Tio Chuy’s Auto Group Difference Maker Endowed Scholarship

DACA Diversity Round Table International Student Council
296170, 296171, 296172, 296222, 296163
To provide scholarships for UCO Students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Current UCO Student or Incoming Freshman
  • Cumulative 2.0 GPA - current student
  • Cumulative 2.75 GPA - new student
  • Member of Diversity Round Table or International Student Council
  • Must have lived in the U.S. for at least 5 years
  • Must have attended a U.S. high school
  • Statement of financial need
  • Preference is given to students who have or have had Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival Status
  • Preference is given to students with evidence of community involvement

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.





Tom & Mary Kate Aldridge Special Education Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Special Education.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be majoring in Special Education
  • Enrolled full-time – (12) hours undergraduate, (9) hours graduate
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Outstanding service as a past or current student of the UCO Student Council for Exceptional Children
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Tommy C. Beavers Endowed Graduate Studies Scholarship in Education


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to graduate students within the College of Education& Professional Studies who are pursuing their masters’ degree in any area of education related to K-12 with a plan to continue working in the Oklahoma Public School System.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Pursuing a Master’s degree in any area of Education
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Completed (6) hours of graduate studies toward a Master’s degree in any area of Education related to grades K-12
  • Currently employed in any area of education in an Oklahoma Public School in grades K-12
  • Has a desire to continue working in any area of Education for the Oklahoma Public Schools in grades K-12
  • Financial need to be considered
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Tracy Family Endowed Memorial Scholarship


296161, 296170, 296222
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Education & Professional Studies majoring in Elementary Education, with the intent of becoming a teacher.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Elementary Education major
  • Must have completed 12 semester hours at UCO
  • GPA must not be lower than 2.0 nor higher than 3.20
  • Must be enrolled in UCO College of Education & Professional Studies, preparing to become a teacher 
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Troy and Dollie Smith Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Troy and Dollie Smith Scholarship is open to declared College of Business majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students must have completed at least 30 hours toward an undergraduate degree at the time of application. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Completed a minimum of 30 hours
  • Student must demonstrate career and personal goals in a personal statement





UBS Courage and Commitment Award

Leadership
296163, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is available to help undergraduate students who participate in student organization activities, show leadership skills, and demonstrate courage and commitment to education while enduring adversity.  

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled as a full-time student
  • Must have completed at least one year at UCO
  • Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Must complete UBS Courage and Commitment leadership essay

This scholarship is available to apply for during the current UCO student application process.





UCO Foundation Board of Trustees Scholarship


296170, 296171, 296172, 296163
This scholarship is for current UCO Students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be a current UCO student
  • Must have a GPA of at least 2.5
  • Demonstrate financial need
     
Award Requirement
  • Recipient(s) are required to attend the Presidential Partners Luncheon in the upcoming spring semester in order to receive their scholarship
     
This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application. 





UCO Women in Safety Endowed Scholarship


296161, 296170, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to female students within the College of Education & Professional Studies pursuing a degree in Industrial/Occupational Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Full-time undergraduate student
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Female Major in Occupational or Industrial Safety
  • US Citizen
  • Current member of ASSP
  • Primarily responsible for own financial support
  • Provide two letters of recommendation from faculty member or employment supervisor
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship 





Verlin Richardson Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry


296162, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry or Chemistry - Forensic Science.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematics and Science student
  • Chemistry or Chemistry Forensics Science major
  • 3.0 GPA or above
  • Undergraduate student
  • Two faculty letters of recommendation





Virginia Peters Sophomore Physical Education Undergraduate Scholarship


296161, 296171, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to female students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing an undergraduate teaching degree in physical education. The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. NOTE: Any student awarded this scholarship may, and must, reapply to receive the scholarship in subsequent years, thus making the scholarship unavailable to new applicants, other than incoming freshman. For clarity, check with the KHS department chair. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Female student
  • Sophomore standing
  • Minimum 2.8 overall GPA
  • Pursuing a Health/Physical Education teaching degree
  • Active membership in the UCO KHS or PEM Club & the OAHPERD
  • Involvement in the Kinesiology & Health Studies departmental activities
  • Demonstrate commitment to a physically active & physically fit lifestyle
  • Demonstrate appropriate behavior reflective of a professional person
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Vivian Lanier Endowed Scholarship for Humanities

humanities, philosophy, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship is in memory of UCO Professor, Vivian Lanier, for her teaching and mentorship. It provides for a student showing great promise in Humanities in order to aid in the student’s quest for knowledge.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Humanities major
  • Minimum 18 hours completed in Humanities degree
  • Shows promise toward Humanities degree/GPA considered
  • Outstanding analytical ability and dedicated to the subject matter
  • Special consideration will be given to students who have acted as a tutor or plan on pursuing a teaching career
  • Continuing student for fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Von Minden Family Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry



Mission: Scholarship will support a full-time Chemistry student.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must go to a full-time Chemistry major, non Forensic Science

 





W. Roger Webb Endowed Scholarship for Criminal Justice or Counter-Terrorism

criminal justice, cj, terrorism, CLA, liberal arts
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship recognizes a Criminal Justice student who shows passion and commitment to their chosen major as evidenced by strong academic performance.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled full-time
  • Criminal Justice major
  • Continuing in the fall semester that the scholarship is awarded





Warner Family Endowed Scholarship in Speech-Language Pathology in Honor of Alexander Warner



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to a first year graduate student within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • First year student in Speech-Language Pathology Master's program at UCO
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher
  • In a short essay, please demonstrate how you display the following characteristics: hard working, active in the department and its activities, and a good team worker who helps fellow students
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Warren Armstrong Scholarship for Dance


296164, 296173
This scholarship was established in 1983 by Ann Shanks in memory of the late Warren Armstrong, an accompanist for the UCO Department of Dance.

Eligibility
  • Dance major
  • Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
Requirements
  • Personal artist statement (250 words)
  • Official transcript





Warren Smith Endowed Scholarship in Biology


296162, 296172
Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology.

Eligibility Requirements
  • College of Mathematic and Science student
  • Biology major
  • 3.5 GPA or above 
  • Two faculty recommendations
Selection Process
  • Preference to someone going into teaching
  • Preference will be given to previous recipients





Wee-Gee Chan Endowed Scholarship


296160, 296171, 296172
The Wee-Gee Chan Endowed Scholarship is open to declared College of Business majors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum of 45 hours completed at the time of application. Financial need to be considered.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared College of Business major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Minimum of 45 hours completed
  • Financial need to be considered





Wendell and Pauline Simmons Memorial Scholarship

mass communication, junior, senior, leadership, active, CLA, liberal arts, mass comm, communication
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was endowed by the late John Wendell Simmons, Jr. and Polly Graham to honor their parents, Wendell and Pauline Simmons. It recognizes a Mass Communication student who has demonstrated passion and commitment to their chosen major as evidenced by strong academic performance.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Mass Communication major
  • Junior or Senior status in fall that the scholarship is awarded
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Full-time student
  • Active in Mass Communication activities





Whitesell Family Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry


296170, 296171, 296172, 296162
This scholarship honors retired Chemistry instructor Lane Whitesell and the Whitesell family. This scholarship is created to provide assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Chemistry. 

The recipient(s) of the Whitesell Family Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the College of Mathematics and Science and will include representatives from the Department of Chemistry.   The recipient(s) will be selected in the spring for distribution the following fall and/or spring semesters.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Preference given to an Undergraduate student majoring in Chemistry Education
  • Graduate student pursuing a Masters in Education with a minor in Chemistry
  • Must be enrolled full-time
  • Minimum of 2.5 GPA





Wilfred and Faye McCombs Endowed Scholarship



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are pursuing a degree in Teacher Education. 

Eligibility Requirements
  • Teacher Education majors at UCO
  • Must demonstrate strong intention to teach in OK Public Schools' system after graduation
  • Must demonstrate a strong sense of integrity and moral character as deemed by department
  • In a short essay, please share personal and professional examples of leadership experiences that demonstrate high moral character
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





William "Bill" McCans Endowed Memorial Scholarship


296160, 296170, 296171, 296172, 296222
Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete application and official transcript
  • Open to full-time, undergraduate students pursuing a degree in the College of Business
  • Minimum 2.0 Cumulative Retention GPA with at least one semester completed at UCO
  • Candidates must have a part-time job working at least 12 hours a week to support college attendance Preference will be given to campus student employees
  • Financial need will be considered when there are multiple qualified applicants





William (Bill) C. Young Endowed Scholarship in Occupational Safety



Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education & Professional Studies who are majoring in Occupational Safety.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must be enrolled full-time in the Occupational Safety program at UCO
  • Must provide a short statement demonstrating how you give back to your community via non-profit and safety community organizations, please also share what receiving this scholarship means to you and how it will impact your life
  • Preference will be given to applicants who provide a letter of recommendation from a non-profit or safety organization
  • Preference will be given to ASSP student member and National Safety Council student member applicants
Selection Process 
  • Recipient will be selected by committee appointed by the Dean of the College of Education and Professional Studies and will include representatives from the Department of Adult Education and Safety Sciences
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





William G. Walker Endowed Scholarship for Industrial Safety


296161, 296171, 296172
To provide scholarship assistance to students within the College of Education and Professional Studies majoring in Occupational Safety Program at UCO.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Full-time student
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Must be enrolled in the required amount of hours in the upcoming fall and spring semesters in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship
Selection Process
  • Recipients of the scholarship will be selected by a departmental committee
Award Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in the upcoming fall and spring semester to receive award
  • Attendance at an awards banquet is required for all recipients
  • Recipients must write a thank you letter to the donors of the scholarship





Woody Gaddis Photography Endowed Scholarship

photography, junior, senior, mass communication, mass comm, pro media, CLA, liberal arts, media, photo
296165, 296171, 296172
This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Woody Gaddis who worked as a professional photographer for the Tulsa World and Hopkins Studio before becoming a photography professor at UCO. Woody was very instrumental in furthering the study of photography as a profession for many students, and the photo lab at UCO is named for him. This scholarship is awarded to a Photographic Arts major.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Declared Photography major
  • Junior or Senior standing in the fall that the scholarship is awarded
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled in 12 credit hours
  • Active in Mass Communication activities





Zachary T. Johnson Memorial Scholarship

Community Engagement Community Service
296170, 296171, 296163
This scholarship is to help provide for UCO students who meet the following criteria. Financial need will be considered in the event of multiple close candidates.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Must have completed at least one semester at UCO
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.60-3.20
  • Must have attended freshman FORGE as an incoming student
Preferred
  • A successful track record of community service for at least two years
  • Candidates who participate in the SAFE student organization

This scholarship is available to apply for during the Current UCO Student Application.