We know that the affordability of a college education is at the top of your mind as you navigate your college search. We make an education at OBU affordable with many scholarship opportunities, including several full-tuition scholarships and even scholarships exclusive to students majoring in Language and Literature degrees.
Incoming Freshmen Scholarships
OBU automatically awards two annual scholarships to incoming freshmen based on academic achievement or demonstrated need.
| Total | $12,000–$17,000 or more! |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | Amount |
| Academic Merit | $10,000–$15,000 based on academic achievement |
| Bison Grant | $2,000 or more (File your FAFSA to find out if you qualify for more!) |
| Total | $5,000 possible in additional scholarships! |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | Amount |
| Visit Campus | $1,000 (by Feb. 4) $500 (after Feb. 4) |
| Multicultural | $1,000 |
| Out of State | $2,000 |
| Project Lead the Way | $1,000 |
Additional Scholarships and Grant Opportunities
In addition to the scholarships automatically available to incoming students, the following scholarship and grant opportunities are available.
| Scholarship | Amount |
|---|---|
| University Scholar | Full Tuition |
| Allen Academic Scholar | Full Tuition |
| Martin Academic Scholar | Full Tuition |
| Oklahoma Regents Academic Scholars Program | $4,000 |
| Scholarship/Grant | Amount |
|---|---|
| OBU Bison Grants and Endowed Scholarships | Varying Amounts |
| Allen Scholarships | $1,000–$5,000 |
| Martin Scholarships | $1,000–$5,000 |
| Air Force ROTC Dorm Room Scholarship | OBU room charges |
For more information on these scholarships, visit the Freshmen Scholarships information page.
Transfer Student Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are also available for students transferring to OBU from another university. For more information on these scholarships, visit the Transfer Student Scholarships information page.
| Scholarship | Amount |
|---|---|
| Academic Merit Scholarships | $8,000–$12,000 |
Scholarships listed are applicable for students entering OBU for the first time during the 2023-24 academic year. Students must enroll full-time to qualify. Some scholarships may not be applicable for student athletes, full-tuition scholarship recipients, or students currently receiving the employee education benefit.
Language and Literature Scholarships
Incoming Freshmen and Upperclassmen
Dr. Katherine Rader Scholarship
$1,300 awarded to an outstanding English, English Education, or Creative Writing major with at least a 3.0 grade point.
Upperclassmen Scholarships
Mitchell English Scholarship
$1,620 is awarded to an English, English Education, or Creative Writing major with at least a 3.0 grade point. Selection is based on specified criteria.
Shirley Jones Scholarship in English
$1,450 is awarded to a senior English, English Education, or Creative Writing major. Selection is based on specified criteria.
Washicheck Scholarship in English
$780 is awarded to a full-time student majoring in English based on financial need and outstanding potential.
Arthur I. and Margaret Weddell Brandon Scholarship in English
$685 is awarded to a student majoring in English. Selection is based on specified criteria.
Lewis and Susan Russell Memorial Scholarship in English
$270 is awarded to a student majoring in English. Selection is based on specified criteria.
Shakespeare Award
$270 is awarded to the top student in the English Shakespeare course.
For additional information and to apply for any of these scholarships, please contact the division chair.