Grants & Scholarships
For Graduate Programs
Loans are a primary source of financial aid for graduate study. A limited number of grants and scholarships are available for select programs. Review the resources below, and check with your Financial Aid Counselor for more information.
Outside Scholarship Resources
Scholarship databases are an excellent tool to help you look for scholarships that might be available to you. Below are some well-established databases to get you started on your scholarship search. Please note that this is for informational purposes only and the inclusion of these links does not imply any endorsement.
Note: Students should never pay a fee in order to apply for a scholarship.
Program-Specific Resources
Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
George Fox Diversity Scholarship
The Graduate School of Clinical Psychology awards a limited number of scholarships to admitted students each year for the purpose of facilitating cultural/ethnic diversity in the student community and encouraging the provision of psychological services to underserved groups. Recipients are expected to contribute to multicultural awareness on campus and/or provide services to diverse groups while enrolled in the program.
George Fox Richter Scholarship
The Richter Scholars program enables graduate students to receive funding for independent research projects conducted in partnership with a faculty mentor. Students may apply for the Richter Scholar program during their first or second year in the PsyD program. Richter grants are available to full-time graduate (eight hours per semester) students at George Fox.Master of Social Work (MSW)
The BECOME Social Work Scholarship is designed to support exceptional students pursuing a Master of Social Work degree at George Fox University. This scholarship aims to recognize and empower individuals who demonstrate proficiency in two or more languages and are committed to using their skills to enhance social work practice and make a profound impact in and beyond Yamhill County.
Education
Federal TEACH GrantThe Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education grant program provides up to $4,000 per year to eligible students and does not have to be repaid unless the student fails to carry out service obligations. If a student fails to complete the requirements, they must repay the TEACH Grant as a Direct Unsubsidized Loan with interest accrued from the date the grant was disbursed. Learn more about the grant requirements at the link above.
George Fox eligible programs include:
- Master of Teaching
- Master of Education* in the English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Reading Interventionist (READ), or Special Education (SPED) specializations
Oregon Teacher Scholars Program
The Oregon Teacher Scholars Program (OTSP) grant provides funding for eligible Oregon resident students who are culturally or linguistically diverse that are enrolled and pursuing their preliminary licensure for teaching, school counseling, school social work, and school psychology. Eligible students must complete the OTSP grant application and the FAFSA or ORSAA by the designated deadline for full consideration.
Physician Assistant/PA (MMSc)
Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship
The establishment of this memorial scholarship fund was to cultivate and attract young physician assistant students into the field of orthopaedics.
Physician Associate Foundation (PAF) Scholarship Program
The PAF scholarship selection committee is seeking PA student applicants who demonstrate a passion for the PA profession, commitment to serving their communities and patients, and exceptional leadership potential. Scholarship applicantstions must be a student member of the AAPA and meet specific eligibility requirements. Additional criteria/requirements apply to individual scholarship awards. You are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as you are eligible for.
The Oregon Medical Education Foundation's Leadership Scholarship was launched to recognize the leadership talent and potential of students pursuing a medical education in Oregon. This competitive scholarship is awarded to at least one PA, one DO, and one MD student each year. Scholars may be selected to receive additional supports, such as a mentor. This scholarship aims to identify and support students at the intersection of financial need and leadership development, who have a track record of community impact and who, if financial or other obstacles were removed, would be able to achieve more and faster.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Susan L. Raines Physical Therapy ScholarshipThese scholarships are for students who have decided to pursue a career in physical therapy. The scholarship is awarded to incoming first- and third-year students accepted to an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy program located in the state of Oregon.
WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) Grant
Seminary
George Fox Seminary Scholarships
Portland Seminary is grateful to our generous donors for their faithful contributions, which allow us to offer scholarship support for students seeking a Seminary degree. All students in need of financial aid are encouraged to apply.
External scholarships are counted as part of your total financial aid award and must be reported to your Financial Aid Counselor in MyGeorgeFox.
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