PathwayOregon is the University of Oregon’s promise of full tuition and fees, and comprehensive academic and personal support for qualifying Oregonians.
Award Information
PathwayOregon covers full tuition and fees for academically-qualified, Pell Grant-eligible Oregonians. Funding comes from federal, state, and university grants. The program also offers academic support and career guidance, though it does not cover housing, food, or other expenses.
Selection Criteria
PathwayOregon is awarded to incoming first-year students who meet these criteria:
- Oregon residents who graduate from an Oregon high school
- Incoming domestic first-year student
- A minimum 3.40 cumulative high school grade point average on a 4.00 scale
- Eligible for a Federal Pell Grant**
** The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based award, eligibility for which is determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
How to Apply
No separate application is required. You must simply:
- Apply for admission by January 15.
- Submit the FAFSA by March 1 and list the UO as one of your school choices (federal school code 003223).
Scholarship Renewal
PathwayOregon is renewable for up to 12 academic terms (excluding summer) within a five-year period, or 15 academic terms within a six-year period for students seeking a BLA, BIARC, or BARCH degree.
To renew, you must:
- Complete the FAFSA by March 1.
- Remain eligible for the Federal Pell Grant.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress.
- Complete any additional financial aid verification requirements by the Friday of week two of fall term.
- Register for full-time enrollment (12 or more UO credits) each term by the Financial Aid Census date (the last day to add a class).
Explore the PathwayOregon website for more information. Complete terms and conditions can be found here.