M. Hamilton Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship aims to honor the memory of the Hamilton family patriarch by helping low-income students pursue higher education. As the cost of higher education continues to rise, students from all backgrounds are feeling the strain. However, those from financially disadvantag…
07.31.26
19 days left
$7,500
Award amount
2
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May 17, 2026
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19 days left
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- Financial Status: Low-income State: Oregon Background: First-Generation College Student
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Upcoming
Study levels
High school senior, Graduate student, Adult / non-traditional student
Field of study
Agriculture and Related Sciences, Architecture and Related Services, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Computer and Information Sciences, Education, Engineering, English Language and Literature, Foreign Languages Literature and Linguistics, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, Legal Professions and Law Studies, Liberal Arts General Studies, Parks Recreation and Fitness Studies, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Social Sciences, Theology and Religious Vocations, Transportation and Materials Moving, Visual and Performing Arts
Number of awards
1
Payout method
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- Essay prompt: Describe your background, your family's background, the obstacles you've overcome, and how you plan to use your education. Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
- Financial Status: Low-income State: Oregon Background: First-Generation College Student.
- As the cost of higher education continues to rise, students from all backgrounds are feeling the strain. However, those from financially disadvantaged families often face the greatest obstacles.….
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Amount: $7,500
Number of awards: 1
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Overview
families often face the greatest obstacles. Limited access to college options, the need to balance school with work responsibilities, and the burden of student debt can make pursuing a degree especially challenging. The M. Hamilton Memorial Scholarship was created to honor Mr. Hamilton’s legacy by supporting students who are working to overcome these barriers. This scholarship is open to first-generation college students in Oregon who come from financially disadvantaged households. It is designed to provid…
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