MAKE ORU AFFORDABLE
At the point of admission, future Golden Eagles are eligible for one of two scholarship programs, the Academic Scholarship program or the Quest Whole Leader Scholarship program.
Quest Whole Leader Scholarship
Ranges up to the cost of Full Tuition
Eligible students* are automatically awarded a Quest Whole Leader Scholarship upon admission, but are also granted the opportunity to be considered for 1 of our 15 full-tuition Quest Scholarships by securing a nomination and taking the next step to submit a Quest Essay.
Academic Scholarship
Ranges from $6,000 - $11,000
Academic Scholarships are based upon academic qualifications.
FRESHMAN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
| Tier 1 (4.0+ GPA) - $11,000 | 3.00 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 2 (3.50-3.99 GPA) - $10,000 | 2.75 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 3 (3.00-3.49 GPA) - $9,000 | 2.50 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 4 (2.50-2.99 GPA) - $8,000 | 2.00 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 5 (2.00-2.49 GPA) - $6,000 | 2.00 GPA for renewal |
TRANSFER ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
| Tier 1 (3.50+ GPA) - $10,000 | 2.75 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 2 (3.00-3.49 GPA) - $9,000 | 2.50 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 3 (2.50-2.99 GPA) - $8,000 | 2.00 GPA for renewal |
| Tier 4 (2.00-2.49 GPA) - $6,000 | 2.00 GPA for renewal |
Athletic Scholarship
Ranges up to the cost of attendance
Athletic scholarships are based upon participation in NCAA Athletics. Students receiving NCAA Athletic Scholarships are not eligible for Quest Whole Leader Scholarships.
OTHER ORU SCHOLARSHIPS
We know that earning an education is worth the investment, and takes time, energy, and resources. We want to equip you with information and opportunities as you prepare for your future.
Scholarship Opportunities for Freshmen - Seniors
Availability: Freshmen - Seniors
A singular application for the variety of restricted scholarship funds that the Financial aid office is able to use to help students who show financial need. The application is open from Feb 1st to May 15th each year.
Deadline: May 15
Availability: Freshmen - Seniors
By agreement with the United States Air Force, eligible full-time students at Oral Roberts University may participate in Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) and receive an officer’s commission in the Air Force upon graduation.
This scholarship is available to ORU Undergraduate students who are from countries outside the United States and who are a recipient of the Quest Whole Leader Scholarship.
Availability: Sophomores - Seniors
It provides financial support for a school of business student who has a strong Christian commitment has a Love for Jesus Christ and is actively involved and serving. Student must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Deadline: May 15
Availability: Freshmen - Seniors
This scholarship is for students seeking a degree in Evangelism or Communication. Click here to review the instructions prior to completing the application.
Deadline: May 15
The Legacy Scholarship is available to any student(s) if one or both parents have graduated from ORU. (Not available for online students.)
This scholarship is for a full time print or broadcast journalism major who demonstrates financial need.
Deadline: May 15
This scholarship is awarded to students who are part of the ORU Debate team. It is contingent upon being enrolled in COM 400-Debate as well as maintaining a minimum GPA requirement. Students interested in this scholarship may contact Dr. Agena Farmer at afarmer@oru.edu.
Need-based Aid is limited to those who are eligible and have filed a FAFSA within priority deadlines, and display financial need as indicated by the EFC listed within the FAFSA.
This scholarship is available to eligible students who have been recruited to the competitive ORU Esports teams. Awards range up to $3,500.
Availability: Freshmen
This scholarship is available for ORU students who are the first generation to attend college in their family.
This scholarship is available to ORU students who are of Hispanic descent and who are a recipient of the Quest Whole Leader Scholarship.
This scholarship application is available for students who are majoring in ORU's Entrepreneurship program.
Deadline: May 15
This scholarship application is for students who are majoring in Broadcast Media majors.
Deadline: May 15
This is a $2,000 per year scholarship for undergraduate full-time students who transfer in to ORU.
Students must be a US citizen to be eligible. The scholarship is renewable with a 2.50 GPA for up to four years, as long as you are enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student.
Availability: Junior and Senior female students
This scholarship is for junior and senior female students of all majors who have a heart for God and a financial need. The scholarship award is a minimum of $3000 for the school year, distributed as $1500 each semester. As part of this scholarship program you will get to meet and have dinner with Ms. Behr.
Deadline: May 15
Other Scholarship and Reference Information
Requirements and renewal information for financial awards made to students from Oral Roberts University.
A scholarship for undergraduate full-time residential freshman who were enrolled in ORU's Advantage Program. ORU will pay back the total amount spent towards your Advantage tuition, dollar-for-dollar with this scholarship.
This scholarship is exclusive to the cost of tuition paid, and does not include the cost of books, Follet Access Fee, parking permit, class fees, or other costs connected to your enrollment outside the cost of tuition. This is a one-time non-renewable award. Students enrolled in an online program or virtual program are not eligible. This award does not stack with the full-tuition Quest scholarship or athletic scholarships.
Students who previously left ORU and have since applied to return in 2023 or after are eligible to receive an exclusive offer of 50% off their tuition if they have less than 15 credit hours remaining to complete their degree when they return to ORU. (Applicable to part-time or full-time, and residential or online)
Students who left the university due to medical or military leave may appeal to have their original Quest awards reinstated regardless of credit hours remaining to complete their degree.
Oral Roberts University matches tribal scholarships for students in their first year at ORU. We match up to $2,000 for incoming full-time undergraduate students and up to $1000 for full-time graduate students.
Eligible students can benefit from being a member of an American Indian tribe. You will need your Certificate Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) card, a current FAFSA on file with us, and demonstrate financial need as defined by the FAFSA.
This award is a one-time grant and cannot be renewed.
Oklahoma students can automatically qualify for the program by achieving designation as a National Merit Scholar, National Merit Finalist or United States Presidential Scholar or by scoring at or above the 99.5 percentile on the ACT or SAT. For fall 2020, the ACT required score is a total sum score of the ACT skill areas of 135. For fall 2020, the SAT required score is a total sum score of the critical reading and math skill areas of 1540.
Students who qualify can receive a $4000 scholarship towards tuition, room & board, books, fees, etc. It’s advised that students speak with their Guidance Counselors but they can also find the application online.
Outside (Non-ORU) Scholarships
Tulsa Community Foundation Scholarships
tulsacf.org/whatwedo/education/scholarships/
Oklahoma Community Foundation Scholarships
occf.org/scholarships/
Tillman Scholarship
pattillmanfoundation.org/apply/
APIA Scholarship Program
apiascholars.org/scholarship/apia-scholarship/
General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant
afas.org/haparnoldgrant/
Great Plains ACAC Scholarships
gpacac.net/scholarships-%26-grants
Oklahoma Central Foundation
oklahomacentral.creditunion/Scholarships
Nurse Corps Scholarship Program
bhw.hrsa.gov/loans-scholarships/nurse-corps/scholarship-program/determine-eligibility-and-apply
Premier Nursing Academy Scholarships
premiernursingacademy.org/resources/scholarships-veterans
Army Nurse Cops Association Scholarship
anca.org/scholarships
The Youthist Scholarship Program
theyouthist.com/scholarship/
The Daniels Fund Scholarship Program
danielsfund.org/Scholarships/Index.asp
renewal Criteria
Discover guidelines and renewal criteria for ORU's undergraduate Quest Whole Leader Scholarship Program.