Foundation Scholarships
Foundation Scholarship Opportunities
There are several foundation scholarship applications open! Apply Now!
Deadline: March 22nd
Select your student type to begin your search!
Click on the names of the scholarships to apply!
Carlton Wright Sand Springs Home Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Must have lived at the Sand Springs Home (including Sand Springs Children’s Home and
Family Village) at some point during their childhood. Must be an enrolled full-time
(at least 12 hours a semester) student with a 2.5 GPA.
Descendants of the Cherokee Seminaries Students Association Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Full-time students of Cherokee descent who are involved in extracurricular activities.
GPA: 2.5. Applicants must attach a resume including extracurricular activities, a
copy of their CDIB card, and documentation of family lineage. Priority must be given to students who can demonstrate they are descendants of students
who attended the Male or Female Seminaries. Appropriate documentation, or family lineage
to a descendant of the seminary, must be shown. Students will want to visit NSU's
archive department (archives@nsuok.edu) to obtain a copy of the role where the family member is listed and include family
tree information showing how you are related to the family member who attended one
of the seminaries.
Dr. Fount Holland Scholarship for First-Generation College Students
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Incoming freshmen who have graduated from a high school in Oklahoma. Must be a first-generation
student, defined as a student whose parents have not completed a bachelor's degree.
Must be an active participant in TRIO (Upward Bound or Talent Search) and participate
in NSU TRIO Student Support Services once at NSU. Applicants must attach an essay
describing how they meet the requirements listed above, as well as the goals and vision
of their academic pursuits, and how they plan to utilize their education to benefit
the community. Applicants must also attach or email a recommendation letter from their
TRIO director to scholarships@nsuok.edu.
NSU Warrior Women Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
This scholarship is for full-time, female, active or honorably discharged members
of the United States Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast
Guard, Space Force, and/or National Guard. Applicants must be in good academic and
administrative standing at the student's most recent educational institution and must
not be in default on a federal student loan. Students will need to upload the following
items to the application: Proof that they are either an active member or honorably
discharged. Example: A copy of the DD Form 214, an essay (350-600 words) describing
what a warrior woman means to you, a personal biography, your major/minor, and your
career goals. The essay will be judged on adherence to theme, style, originality,
and overall quality, as well as a resume that includes volunteer activities and community
service.
Royalty Owners Scholarship Fund
Deadline: March 22, 2026
The Royalty Owner Scholarship Fund has been established to provide annual scholarship
funds to one or more students at Northeastern State University who are Class Members
or their heirs/kin, with secondary priority given to other royalty owners in Oklahoma
if no Class Members or their heirs/kin apply. Click on the name of the scholarship
for additional information. Please email documentation to scholarships@nsuok.edu by the deadline.
Sequoyah Club Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Full-time or part-time students who are or have been employed by the Sequoyah Club.
Must attach proof of employment at the Sequoyah Club. Applicants must upload proof
of employment.
Survivors 2 Scholars Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students. GPA: 2.5. Applicants
must submit a one-page essay describing how cancer has affected their life.
Click on the names of the scholarships to apply!
Carlton Wright Sand Springs Home Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Must have lived at the Sand Springs Home (including Sand Springs Children’s Home and
Family Village) at some point during their childhood. Must be an enrolled full-time
(at least 12 hours a semester) student with a 2.5 GPA.
Delta Dental of Oklahoma Pre-Dentistry Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be full-time sophomores or juniors declared in a pre-dentistry program
(Natural Sciences: Cell & Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Integrative Biology) and must
demonstrate financial need. Must attach a statement from the dental office you are
shadowing at (if applicable) and a resume listing community service (especially dental
related) and any pre-dental or science or science groups/clubs/organizations you are
in. GPA: 3.5
Descendants of the Cherokee Seminaries Students Association Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Full-time students of Cherokee descent who are involved in extracurricular activities.
GPA: 2.5. Applicants must attach a resume including extracurricular activities, a
copy of their CDIB card, and documentation of family lineage. Priority must be given to students who can demonstrate they are descendants of students
who attended the Male or Female Seminaries. Appropriate documentation, or family lineage
to a descendant of the seminary, must be shown. Students will want to visit NSU's
archive department (archives@nsuok.edu) to obtain a copy of the role where the family member is listed and include family
tree information showing how you are related to the family member who attended one
of the seminaries.
Donald Ernest Maritt Merit Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be full-time undergraduates majoring in Telecommunications-related
disciplines (Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, and Technology).
GPA: 3.25. Applicants must upload a resume that lists leadership experience in extracurricular
activities, both on- and off-campus.
Helen L. Alred Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must have attended the Shady Grove School District C026 for at least 3
consecutive years and must upload documentation verifying Shady Grove attendance (e.g.,
a letter from Shady Grove). Applicants must also be full-time juniors or seniors with
a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Jeremy D. West Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be full-time, regularly enrolled students. They must also be majoring
in Political Science, have financial need, and can not be related to the donor. GPA:
3.0. Applicants must submit a personal essay of no more than two pages explaining
their passion for political science, the legal system, democracy, or other political
or governmental institutions or processes.
Nancy Ward Social Work Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be undergraduate Social Work majors of Cherokee descent. They must
also be involved in extracurricular activities. GPA: 3.0. Applicants must attach a
copy of their CDIB card and proof of relationship to Nancy Ward if applicable. Preference
will be given to applicants who demonstrate that they are descendants of Nancy Ward.
NSU Warrior Women Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
This scholarship is for full-time, female, active or honorably discharged members
of the United States Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast
Guard, Space Force, and/or National Guard. Applicants must be in good academic and
administrative standing at the student's most recent educational institution and must
not be in default on a federal student loan. Students will need to upload the following
items to the application: Proof that they are either an active member or honorably
discharged. Example: A copy of the DD Form 214, an essay (350-600 words) describing
what a warrior woman means to you, a personal biography, your major/minor, and your
career goals. The essay will be judged on adherence to theme, style, originality,
and overall quality, as well as a resume that includes volunteer activities and community
service.
Royalty Owners Scholarship Fund
Deadline: March 22, 2026
The Royalty Owner Scholarship Fund has been established to provide annual scholarship
funds to one or more students at Northeastern State University who are Class Members
or their heirs/kin, with secondary priority given to other royalty owners in Oklahoma
if no Class Members or their heirs/kin apply. Click on the name of the scholarship
for additional information. Please email documentation to scholarships@nsuok.edu by the deadline.
Sequoyah Club Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Full-time or part-time students who are or have been employed by the Sequoyah Club.
Must attach proof of employment at the Sequoyah Club. Applicants must upload proof
of employment.
Survivors 2 Scholars Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students. GPA: 2.5. Applicants
must submit a one-page essay describing how cancer has affected their life.
Click on the names of the scholarships to apply!
Descendants of the Cherokee Seminaries Students Association Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Full-time students of Cherokee descent who are involved in extracurricular activities.
GPA: 2.5. Applicants must attach a resume including extracurricular activities, a
copy of their CDIB card, and documentation of family lineage. Priority must be given to students who can demonstrate they are descendants of students
who attended the Male or Female Seminaries. Appropriate documentation, or family lineage
to a descendant of the seminary, must be shown. Students will want to visit NSU's
archive department (archives@nsuok.edu) to obtain a copy of the role where the family member is listed and include family
tree information showing how you are related to the family member who attended one
of the seminaries.
NSU Warrior Women Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
This scholarship is for full-time, female, active or honorably discharged members
of the United States Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast
Guard, Space Force, and/or National Guard. Applicants must be in good academic and
administrative standing at the student's most recent educational institution and must
not be in default on a federal student loan. Students will need to upload the following
items to the application: Proof that they are either an active member or honorably
discharged. Example: A copy of the DD Form 214, an essay (350-600 words) describing
what a warrior woman means to you, a personal biography, your major/minor, and your
career goals. The essay will be judged on adherence to theme, style, originality,
and overall quality, as well as a resume that includes volunteer activities and community
service.
Royalty Owners Scholarship Fund
Deadline: March 22, 2026
The Royalty Owner Scholarship Fund has been established to provide annual scholarship
funds to one or more students at Northeastern State University who are Class Members
or their heirs/kin, with secondary priority given to other royalty owners in Oklahoma
if no Class Members or their heirs/kin apply. Click on the name of the scholarship
for additional information. Please email documentation to scholarships@nsuok.edu by the deadline.
Sequoyah Club Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Full-time or part-time students who are or have been employed by the Sequoyah Club.
Must attach proof of employment at the Sequoyah Club. Applicants must upload proof
of employment.
Survivors 2 Scholars Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2026
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students. GPA: 2.5. Applicants
must submit a one-page essay describing how cancer has affected their life.
The majority of our Foundation Scholarships are applied for when you fill out a general scholarship application each academic year. If you are a new student, this application will be placed in your admissions portal upon admission. If you are a current student, an announcement will be sent out each fall with the current student scholarship application. If any additional scholarships become available that require a separate application, we will send out an email and post the information here.
If you have any questions about the scholarships, applications, or requirements, please contact the Scholarship Office. Please do not contact the donors directly, as IRS regulations and federal law prevent
them from being involved in the selection of scholarship recipients.
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