In addition to the University of Oregon's scholarship programs, the Ballmer Institute offers two exclusive opportunities for students enrolled in the child behavioral health pre-major and major programs.
The Ballmer Scholarship
Oregon Residents | Full cost of attendance |
Non-residents | Full tuition and fees |
Scholarship Application | Required |
Trailblazer Award
Oregon Residents | $10,000 |
Non-residents | $10,000 |
Scholarship Application | None required |
The Ballmer Scholarship
The Ballmer Scholarship is the institute's most comprehensive award for exceptional incoming domestic undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. As a last-dollar scholarship, it covers remaining educational costs after all other financial aid has been applied.
Residency | What the scholarship covers | Renewal length |
|---|---|---|
Oregon Residents | Full cost of attendance including resident tuition, fees, and expenses as determined by the Office of Student and Financial Aid and Scholarships, after all other aid is applied. | First-year Up to 4 years Transfer Up to 2 years |
Non-residents | Full non-resident tuition and fees, after all other aid is applied. | First-year Up to 4 years Transfer Up to 2 years |
Eligibility
- Incoming domestic students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement
- First-year students: Minimum 3.50 cumulative high school GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- Transfer students: Minimum 3.50 cumulative transfer GPA and at least 75 earned quarter credits (or equivalent)
- Completed application to the University of Oregon
- Demonstrated commitment to the field of children's behavioral health
- Demonstrated financial need per federal and state guidelines
Renewal Requirements
- Full-time enrollment in good standing within the child behavioral health program
- Maintain 3.25 cumulative UO GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
- Complete 12 UO credits per term (36 per year)
- Submit the FAFSA by March 1 each year
- Complete financial aid requirements by week 2 of fall term
The scholarship is renewable with the length of eligibility based on the recipient's grade level at the time of awarding.
How to Apply
To apply to the Ballmer Scholarship, choose your status and complete the steps.
First-Year Students Transfer Students
Incoming First-Year Students
- Apply for admission to the University of Oregon. Apply by the regular UO deadline and declare "pre-child behavioral health" as your major. Due JANUARY 15
- Locate your UO student ID. Your student ID number appears in your Status Portal within a few days of submitting your admissions application.
- Complete the Ballmer Scholarship application. Submit your scholarship application through the UO Scholarship Dashboard. Due FEBRUARY 1
- Submit all required admission materials. Submit any supporting documents required by the Office of Admissions. Due FEBRUARY 15
- Submit FAFSA/ORSAA. Both the FAFSA and ORSAA are accepted. Due FEBRUARY 1
Award notifications for first-year students will occur in April.
Incoming Transfer Students
- Apply for admission to the University of Oregon. Submit your transfer application to the University of Oregon. Due March 15
- Locate your UO student ID. Your student ID number appears in your Status Portal within a few days of submitting your admissions application.
- Complete the Ballmer Scholarship application. Submit your application through the UO Scholarship Dashboard. Due April 1
- Submit all required admission materials. Submit any supporting documents required by the Office of Admissions. Due April 1
- Submit FAFSA/ORSAA. Both the FAFSA and ORSAA are accepted. Due April 1
- Submit your Ballmer Institute application. Submit your application for the Ballmer Institute as soon as you are admitted to UO, no later than the deadline of May 1. Due May 1
Award notifications for transfer students will occur in June.
Trailblazer Award
The Trailblazer Award recognizes students who are helping shape the future of child behavioral health. The award supports eligible child behavioral health majors as they transition to the Ballmer Institute at UO Portland to complete their degree.
There is no separate application for this scholarship. All students who meet the eligibility requirements are automatically awarded the scholarship.
Amount | Renewal length |
|---|---|
$10,000 per year | Renews annually for up to 2 years |
Eligibility
- Enrolled in the child behavioral health major at the Ballmer Institute at UO Portland
- Not a recipient of the Ballmer Scholarship
Renewal Requirements
- Full-time enrollment in good standing within the child behavioral health program
- Complete 12 UO credits per term (36 per year)
- Renews annually for up to 2 years
Ready to apply?
Start your application to the University of Oregon and take the first step toward a career in children's behavioral health.