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Many other scholarships and tuition assistance programs are offered through the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Undergraduate Scholarships

In the spring of each year, the faculty consider all theatre arts majors, both graduate and undergraduate, for any available scholarships for the following year. Criteria vary, but faculty usually study both earned grade point average and participation in University Theatre. Awards are competitive, and the number and amount reflect available funding. Typically, students with a cumulative grade point average lower than 3.5 are not considered for Theatre Arts scholarships

Anna Boyd Reed Scholarship
Provide scholarships to students majoring in Theatre.

Arnold/Isabelle/Rupert Marks Scholarship
Awarded to aspirant actors who demonstrate potential dramatic ability in school or community theatre, while also carrying a full course load; may be given to graduate students (incoming or continuing) or undergraduates completing their sophomore or junior years. To be eligible for the scholarship, the candidate must maintain a satisfactory class standing.

Kenneth Olsen Scholarship
Awarded to fourth-year undergraduates, or a third-year if necessary, who demonstrates active extra-curricular involvement and interest in a nonperforming technical aspect of theatre arts such as theatre administration, arts facility management, program director, stage management or the like. An applicant’s interest in pursuing graduate work in the field should be given all due consideration. It is the donors wish that a student seeking an award submit a brief statement of approximately 200 words or less of their unique qualifications, their plans in the field of arts management and the contribution they feel they can make to the field. A statement of need, if included in a statement, should be considered but should not be determinative in making an award.

Theatre Alumni Gift Scholarship
Awarded to students who combine excellent scholarship with outstanding production work.

Ty and Holly Burrell Scholarship
Awarded to juniors and seniors majoring in Theatre Arts. Recipients shall be selected based on the following criteria: Demonstrated acting potential and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Priority given to applicants with demonstrated financial need, as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Jack Watson Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to students admitted to the Theatre in London Program, aimed to diversify opportunity and support for excellent students in special financial need.

The Very Little Theatre Scholarship
Awarded to students who have demonstrated outstanding work in any area of theatre production, with preference towards those who have worked with VLT in performance or production. Faculty send nominations to VLT for selection.

Wilkes Scholarship
Awarded based on academic success and overall quality of academic work to undergraduate or graduate student(s) enrolled and majoring in a Theatre Arts degree. First preference is to be given to students who have demonstrated academic success and talent in the areas of playwriting, Set Design, and/or Acting or Directing.


How do I apply for these undergraduate scholarships?

2024/25 AY Scholarship applications are open!

If you are a Theatre Arts major with a GPA at or above 3.5 and will be enrolling in courses during the 2024/25 Academic Year, you will be encouraged to complete the scholarship application below:

Apply here: 2024/25 Application

All applications will be evaluated by the Theatre Arts Faculty Committee. Recipients will be notified via email in late Spring 2024 (May or June).

 

NEW TRAVEL AWARD!

Applications closed for 2023- more opportunities coming soon.

Alexandra Bonds and Joseph Gilg International Travel Award

What is the Alexandra Bonds and Joseph Gilg International Travel award?The award provides support to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled as majors or minors in the Department of Theatre Arts at the University of Oregon to attend international exhibitions, festivals, performances, and conferences, such as the Prague Quadrennial and World Stage Design, but not limited to these. Uses may include covering all or a portion of the costs for students’ international travel, overnight accommodation, and meals while attending professional theatre events, exhibitions, and festivals. Award may also be used to cover performance tickets, workshop fees, and other costs related to students’ direct engagement with international theatre-related events. Preference will be given to students specializing in design, technology, and/or directing.

 

How do I apply? 

Required information

  • Name
  • Confirm Theatre Arts Major/Minor/Graduate Student status
  • Required GPA as of Fall 2022- 3.5
  • Write a 2 pages essay explaining your motivation for attending the 2023 Prague Quadrennial.

Two Page Essay Requirements

–Statement about motivation. Refer to the Prague Quadrennial website and descriptions of workshops/production/events from previous PQs. What would you like to experience at the PQ this year?

–Explain how this trip will enhance your future goals.

–Highlight your recent involvement with TA (courses, productions and other events)

–Speak briefly about your national and/or international travel experience

–Financial statement: Please state that you will have international health insurance and that you have funds to cover additional costs while travelling.

–Passport AvailabilitySend applications to: Janet Rose, jrose@uoregon.edu

University of Oregon Scholarships

Humanities Undergraduate Research Fellowship (HURF) Program
The HURF program awards fellowships to students who conduct research or creative scholarship in the humanities under the mentorship of a University of Oregon faculty member. The program takes place over sixteen weeks during the winter and spring terms.
Eligible Projects:
Research projects must be humanistic, but undergraduate students may be majors in any department, college, or school. The term humanities as used here includes literature; philosophy; history; religion; ethics; the history, theory, and criticism of the arts; and historical or interpretive aspects of social and natural sciences and the professions.
Projects may be:
  • Independent, student-led projects.
  • Faculty-led projects where undergraduates contribute to a project developed by the faculty member.
  • Thesis projects.
Faculty Eligibility:Faculty mentors must be Tenure Track Faculty or Career Non-tenure Track Faculty with an FTE of .50 or above.
Student and Faculty Awards:
  • Students receive a $2,500 fellowship award.
  • Faculty receive a $500 award distributed to their personal ASA account.
Deadline:November 29, 2023
The HURF program is administered by the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program and the Oregon Humanities Center.

Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunities

UROP Mini-grant

Mini-grant awards provide up to $1,000 of support to undergraduate student research or creative scholarship. Mini-grants may be used by recipients to purchase materials, equipment, and supplies that are necessary to complete their project and/or assist with travel expenses related to their project.

Knight Campus Undergraduate Scholars (KCUS)

The Knight Campus Undergraduate Scholars program is a comprehensive research experience designed to develop the next generation of leading researchers. The 12-month program immerses a cohort of students in a Knight Campus affiliated lab from January to December each year. Scholars receive a $16,000 fellowship award. No prior research experience is necessary to apply.

 

Humanities Undergraduate Research Fellowship (HURF)

The Humanities Undergraduate Research Fellowship program provides students with a $2,500 stipend to conduct humanities-related research under the guidance of a UO faculty member. The Fellowship takes place over 16 weeks during the Winter and Spring term and includes weekly cohort meetings where fellows will workshop their research/writing as well as participate in other guided activities in the areas such as research design, research communication, and career preparation.

Hands-On Learning Scholarship

The College of Arts and Sciences is pleased to invite undergraduate students to apply for scholarships to support them in pursuing experiential learning opportunities. The scholarship will provide financial support of up to $5,000 to assist students in completing an unpaid internship, research opportunity, or service-learning experience. Preference will be given to applicants with financial need, as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships. We will consider assistance for paid internships where the case can be made that the compensation will not be adequate to cover living expenses.

Deadline: TBD for 2024

 

 

Knight-Hennessy Scholarship
Application Deadline: TBD for 2024

Scholarship for all current UO Juniors! The Knight-Hennessy awards full funding to study at Stanford University. You can pursue any graduate degree at Stanford, and this scholarship is open to all academic fields and degree types (JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, DMA, and PhD). They are looking for students who are independent thinkers, display purposeful leadership, and have a civic orientation. Applications are due October 2023, and we can help you put together a strong application over this Spring term and summer! All current UO Juniors graduating next academic year are eligible to apply.  Please complete the UO Interest Survey as soon as possible!  Contact the Office of Distinguished Scholarships (ODS) with any questions: See https://urds.uoregon.edu/knight-hennessy-scholars for more information about the Knight-Hennessy. ODS is here to help you succeed! Visit the URDS website for our open hours or contact us at dsinfo@uoregon.edu.

UO Libraries’ Award for Undergraduate Research Excellence (LAURE)

The Libraries’ Award for Undergraduate Research Excellence (LAURE) recognizes students who demonstrate high-quality academic work and excellent library research skills.

Congratulations on your research project!
Now you have a chance to explain and win an award
based on your research experience with the
Research Process & Scholarly Growth Essay (750-2000 words).

LAURE winners will receive a monetary award of $1,500. Project submissions can include:

  • Single term papers and projects from a 200 level or above course
  • Theses or multi-term papers and projects
  • Group paper or project

Note: Group project submissions will need to identify one corresponding author to submit the application and receive monetary award, if selected. 

For more information and full criteria: https://researchguides.uoregon.edu/laure

All entries must be submitted prior to your graduation date and by TBD for 2024. SUBMIT HERE

 



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