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Admissions to the Society

Entering Freshmen typically receive an invitation to join the Scholars; the invitation is based on high school GPA and performance on standardized examinations such as the SATs and AP. Admission to the program is not complete until you have submitted the registration form.

• This form allows you to reserve a space in the Program; it is important to submit the registration as soon as possible.
• Note that entering students are expected to enroll in one Scholars course for 4-credits, and one Scholars colloquium for 1-credit. Registration is not complete until you select a course and colloquium. The Registration form will guide you through the process.
  

Scholarships

The Society offers $3000 scholarships to encourage top students to enter UO and participate in the SCS program. These `James & Shirley Rippey Fellows' receive $1500 for each of your first two years at UO. Awards are based on merit and need, with a modest preference for Oregon residents. Applicants must have a FAFSA on file with the University of Oregon (for more information please visit Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships).

• To apply, please send email the SCS director at director-scs@cas.uoregon.edu. with a statement of no more than 250 words that explains your academic goals and how the program of the Society of College Scholars will facilitate your progress toward those goals.
• The deadline to apply for 2009-10 Scholarships is 20 March 2009. Recipients will be notified by 15 April 2009. As scholarships are awarded in accordance with Federal guidelines, we are unable to be flexible on these deadlines or make exceptions.
• Payments are made in December of each year, are contingent on continued participation in the Society, and are offered on top of any other need or merit based aid you might receive.

Internships

The society also provides $400 grants to sophomores and juniors who pursue internships or research practica with UO faculty or outside the University. The application form is here and is due by the last day of the 5th week of the quarter for which you are enrolled for internship/practica credits.

Alternative Admission Policy

• Students who would like to join the Scholars Program but who did not receive an invitation as an incoming freshman may petition for admission by sending an email to collegescholars@cas.uoregon.edu.
• Additionally, current UO students and entering or transfer students demonstrating strong academic records and motivation may apply for admission at any time prior to the end of their freshmen year.

Students also accepted to the Clark Honors College may also enroll in the Society of College Scholars program and may take College Scholars courses and colloquia. The Honors College expects its students to fulfill General Education requirements as specified by the Honors College.