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 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 students
This scholarship is for junior and senior students of all majors who have a heart for God and a financial need. The scholarship is a minimum of $3,000 for the school year, distributed evenly between the fall and spring semesters. 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 $500 scholarship for undergraduate full-time residential freshman who were enrolled in ORU's Advantage Program.
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/
Executive Women International (EWI) of Tulsa ASIST Scholarship
https://ewiconnect.com/page/ASIST
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
OK College Start
okcollegestart.org
The following list of third-party scholarships, funding opportunities, and resources has been compiled by the Office of International Student Relations as a service to new and current international students seeking additional funding options for the cost of their education.
Information contained on this list is accessible through public information available on the internet, ORU assumes no responsibility or liability for any use of these resources. Please exercise caution when providing any personally identifiable or secure information to any third-party you do not know.
100 Strong in the Americas (Latin America, the Caribbean)
Expands opportunities for student exchanges and workforce training through partnerships
between U.S. and Latin American institutions.
100 Strong in the Americas
AMEXCID Scholarship Programs (Mexico)
Provides funding for Mexican students to study abroad, focusing on fields critical
to national development. Support includes tuition, living expenses, and travel.
AMEXCID
Colfuturo (Colombia)
Supports Colombian students pursuing postgraduate degrees abroad. Selection is based
on academic excellence, socioeconomic status, and career aspirations.
COLFUTURO
Comexus (Mexico)
Provides up to $25,000 annually for Mexican students pursuing master’s or doctorate
degrees in the U.S. Applicants must meet academic and language requirements.
COMEXUS
CONTACYT (Mexico)
Offers scholarships for medical students. Awards range from $715 to $12,873 annually
and require documentation such as an acceptance letter and proof of economic status.
CONTACYT
EducationUSA Opportunity Funds (all nationalities)
Assists highly qualified students with application costs for U.S. universities, such
as testing fees and airfare, focusing on those likely to receive full financial aid.
EducationUSA
eduPASS List of Scholarships for International Students (all nationalities)
Database list of scholarships and other websites that are available to international
students. Provides resources to other websites and opportunities for international
students.
eduPASS
FIDERH (Mexico)
Provides loans and financial support to Mexican students pursuing master’s and doctorate
degrees, with flexible repayment plans and competitive interest rates.
FIDERH
Fulbright Foreign Student Program (all nationalities)
Covers tuition and living expenses for graduate education in the U.S. for up to two
years, supporting students from over 160 countries.
Fulbright
FUNED (Mexico)
Offers scholarships and loans up to $15,000 for Mexican students in Science and Humanities
programs, with low-interest rates and flexible repayment terms.
FUNED
GlobalScholarships.com $3,000 Scholarship (all nationalities)
Awards $3,000 annually to international students studying in the U.S., helping cover
tuition, fees, and educational expenses.
GlobalScholarships
Global UGRAD (Honduras)
Offers a one-semester full-time scholarship for Honduran undergraduate students abroad.
Applicants must meet academic and English proficiency requirements.
Global UGRAD
GuateFuturo Scholarship-Loan Program (Guatemala)
Provides financial support for Guatemalan students pursuing postgraduate studies abroad,
with a commitment to return and work in Guatemala.
GuateFuturo
ICETEX (Colombia)
Offers scholarships for Colombians to study abroad, particularly in master's and doctoral
programs. Requirements include a GPA of 3.7 or higher and work experience.
ICETEX
International Education and Financial Aid (all nationalities)
Offers resources and information for international students seeking scholarships and
financial aid opportunities for studies abroad.
IEFA
International Student (all nationalities)
Free, up-to-date, comprehensive list of scholarships, grants, and other awards that
are available to international students from around the world compiled by a third-party
website.
International Student
Lemann Foundation (Brazil)
Provides scholarships for graduate studies in areas crucial to Brazil's development,
such as public policy, health, and education.
Lemann Foundation
Líderes Estudar (Brazil)
Supports Brazilian students with scholarships covering 5% to 95% of expenses, including
tuition, housing, and books, for individuals with leadership potential.
Líderes Estudar
Oportunidades Scholarship Program (Argentina)
Offers partial scholarships for Argentine students pursuing undergraduate and graduate
studies in the U.S., fostering cultural exchange.
ICANA
Organization of American States (OAS) Scholarship & Training Programs (Latin America)
Provides scholarships and training for citizens of OAS member states, covering degree
programs and short-term courses.
OAS Scholarships
Salvadoran American Scholarship Program (El Salvador)
Supports Salvadoran students pursuing master’s degrees in fields aligned with national
development needs. Covers tuition and related costs.
U.S. Embassy in El Salvador
Scholarships Database (all nationalities)
Provides information and resources for international students looking to fund their
education abroad, with listings of various scholarship opportunities.
Scholarships for International Students
Study a Bachelor’s in the USA Scholarship: $5,000 Award (all nationalities)
Provides $5,000 to support international students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in
the U.S., emphasizing academic excellence and cultural understanding.
educations.com
renewal Criteria
Discover guidelines and renewal criteria for ORU's undergraduate Quest Whole Leader Scholarship Program.