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 science and mathematics 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 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.
Science and Mathematics Scholarships
Upperclassmen Scholarships
A variety of scholarships are available and recipients are selected from those who meet specific criteria for each award.
Mathematics and Math Education Majors
- W.T. & Clara Short Mathematics Award
- B.F. Vanderslice Scholarship
- Mary Neptune Mathematics Scholarship
Mathematics Majors
- Dr. Richard James Math-Business Scholarship
Mathematics and Science Majors
- Bishop Scholarship for Science and Math
- Round House Overalls and Jeans Scholarship
- Dr. Debbie Bosch Endowed Scholarship
Science Majors
- Dulaney Science Scholarship
- Aaron Dighton Science Scholarship
- James Hurley Science Scholarship (two scholarships)
- Donald L. Robberson Memorial Scholarship
- Mills Research Scholarship (Chemistry)
- Craig J. Shamp Memorial Physics Scholarship
Pre-Med Majors
- J. A. Trent Award
- James R. Huggins Scholarship
- L & W East Scholarship in Medical Science
- Phillip Poor M.D. Endowed Scholarship
- Dr. Roy Kelly Endowed Fund
For additional information and to apply for these scholarships, please contact the division chair.