Scholarship Summit

Two students piggyback for a photo on the quad on campus during Scholarship Summit

What happens when your calling leads you on the path less traveled, to a destination you can only find through wayfinding and blazing your own trails? That's what it means to be a Bruin. We know that the best views come from the hardest climbs, and we’re not afraid of the challenge.

That’s why we’re so excited for you to join us on the trails of Scholarship Summit, an interview experience that provides an opportunity to earn an additional $1,000 to $3,000* per year on top of your merit scholarship!

*$1,000 to $3,000 for Early Action applicants (apply by Nov. 1);
 $1,000 to $2,000 for Priority Decision applicants (apply by Feb. 1)

Interested?

Here’s the map to your summit:

  1. Apply to George Fox by Nov. 1 (Early Action) or Feb. 1 (Priority Decision)

  2. Admitted students will be sent a link to register for a department interview taking place at Scholarship Summit

  3. Attend Scholarship Summit and have a blast!

Scholarship Summit is only available to incoming fall 2026 first-year and transfer students.

Watch video: What Is the Scholarship Summit?
Students visiting George Fox campus

Department Interviews

Department interviews will take place in person on our beautiful Newberg campus or virtually, so you can pick the date, time and format that works best for you. During this time, you’ll interview with a professor for potential scholarships, learn more about your major and department, and get to meet future classmates.

Not sure what you want to major in yet? That’s normal! Just choose the major you’re leaning most toward at this point, and if you win a scholarship from the summit, you’ll keep your scholarship even if you change majors later on.

Sure, there’s an interview, but don't be intimidated; our professors are amazing people who teach because they love engaging with students. This will be a lot of fun!

Early Action applicants:
All academic departments will offer interviews for Early Action applicants on campus Feb. 6 and for select majors (Bio & Biochemistry, Business, Engineering, Kinesiology, Nursing, and Psychology) on Jan. 30.

For those unable to travel to campus, virtual interviews will be held on Feb. 2-5. Scholarships will range from $1,000 to $3,000.

Priority Decision applicants:
Each academic department will offer interviews for Priority Decision applicants on campus March 6 and virtually (Mar. 2-5). Scholarships will range from $1,000 to $2,000.

Just by attending Scholarship Summit in person, students will automatically receive the George Fox Visit Experience Scholarship.

Registering for Scholarship Summit

Qualified students will be emailed a link to register. To take part in Scholarship Summit, students must be admitted to George Fox and complete the registration link.

In the meantime, you can explore our majors and minors and learn more about department interview requirements and what to expect.

2025 Department Interview Descriptions and Requirements

Honors Program Fellowship Day

If you're interested in being in the George Fox University Honors Program, we invite you to participate in the Honors Fellowship Day on Friday, Dec. 5 for the opportunity to interview for acceptance into the program and a chance to win up to $5,000 in scholarships per year (you may also take part in Scholarship Summit and the Visitor Experience Scholarship for maximum scholarship potential*). To be considered, here's what you need to know:

Complete both your George Fox undergrad application and honors program supplemental application (including Academic Recommendation) by Nov. 8 for the opportunity to be invited to Fellowship Day, our premier honors scholarship event.

Honors program admissions decisions and scholarship awards will be determined after completing an applicant interview with one of our program faculty.

*Honors program students may win a maximum total award of $6,000 in addition to their merit scholarship. This includes Fellowship Day, the Visit Experience Scholarship, and Scholarship Summit awards from the university and is not guaranteed.

Artistic Achievement & Participation Awards

The George Fox University Artistic Achievement and Participation Awards are intended to recognize students who demonstrate outstanding talent and who intend to contribute to the George Fox University community through participation and involvement (but not necessarily as majors) in music or theatre. Awards vary between $1,000-$1,500 per year. To learn more about these opportunities, visit the additional scholarships page.

Note: Incoming students may not receive more than $5,000 in university-funded scholarships in addition to their academic merit scholarship, which includes scholarships awarded through Scholarship Summit.

FAQ

Yes, all students must complete a George Fox admissions application and be admitted for the fall semester in order to be eligible to participate.

No! Department interviews take place in person or virtually, so you can choose the method that works best for your schedule. However, attending in person will satisfy all of the criteria for the George Fox Visit Experience Scholarship.

There is no catch.

We bet you have some sort of idea of what you’d like to major in - even if it’s between a couple of options. We encourage you to pick the one you’re leaning towards most and set off on your Summit journey

Once you are admitted to the university, you’ll receive an official invitation via email and also in your acceptance packet! Be on the lookout for both!

Once you’re admitted and have received your invitation to Scholarship Summit, you simply register for the subject most interesting to you.