The Department of Sociology awards the Diana May Woodruff scholarship to undergraduate Sociology majors. Questions regarding the application process should be sent to Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Dan O’Neil doneil6@uoregon.edu.
The application deadline for Spring 2024 is May 3, 2024.
The Diana May Woodruff Award
This scholarship offered through the Department of Sociology is for an outstanding undergraduate student majoring in sociology in their junior or senior years, or for a graduate student in any year, with a particular interest in pursuing social work, broadly defined (e.g., social services, child and family services, and community health). The scholarship is for $6,000 and will be applied to tuition and fees. Both sociology undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. The prize applies to the following academic year’s UO tuition and fees.
Applicants will be evaluated based on the overall quality of their academic work, their commitment to learning, and their potential for further academic achievement. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need, as determined by the UO Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships.
Applications should include:
- Applicant information
- Your CV or resumé
- A two-page statement of your interest in pursuing a career in social work, broadly defined
- Evidence of FAFSA application
The Department of Sociology will issue a call for applications in the spring term. Students are encouraged to visit this page for updates as they are posted.
Interested students can also address questions to the undergraduate coordinators.
Additional Scholarships and Awards
College of Arts and Sciences Students – CAS offers a number of scholarships and fellowships each year. Sociology majors are in the College of Arts and Sciences, as are many other programs of study.
General University Scholarship Program – Awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement. Undergraduates and graduate students must hold a 3.5 cumulative GPA. Incoming freshmen are automatically considered as part of their university application. All others must apply.
Diversity Excellence Scholarship – This award recognizes the academic achievement and potential of students who, through sharing their varied cultural perspectives, will enhance the education of all UO students and the excellence of the university. Applications are due in January and require a letter of recommendation.
Grants for Undergraduate Research Projects – UROP mini grants are awards of up to $1,000 to support undergraduate student research, creative scholarship, or work on an innovative project. Applications may be submitted twice per year, in October and February.
LGBTQIA+ Community – The John R. Moore Scholarship and the RJ Hoyman Scholarship are awarded to students who excel in their contribution to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community.
Veteran Support – The Tillman Scholars program supports our nation’s active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses by investing in their higher education. The Osher Re-Entry Scholarship is awarded to students who are returning or have returned to pursue their education after a break. Osher applications open in December and close in early March.
Prepare for Graduate Study – The McNair Scholars Program (TRiO) prepares qualified juniors and seniors for graduate study leading to PhD degrees.