Local Scholarships  

Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship: Apply at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9Se6XOt3PecbUlnnI5dkLBE__Sc71ko2_t0uG_ieOoPinfA/viewform or directly to tfowler@voaor.org.  Applicants are high school seniors who have been raised by a parent or guardian who has experienced addiction, or have abused alcohol and drugs, and are now pursuing recovery. One scholarship totaling $10,000 and many others in various amounts. Deadline: February 2, 2026

United States Senate Youth program Scholarship: Apply on-line at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/e71f928285da4b9eae1f09a457b52f5c  Applicants are juniors and seniors who are nominated by WHS Principal, active in elected or appointed leadership positions that relate to government, public affairs, education and/or community service. Application, resume, cover letter, student video essay and a process statement from WHS required to apply.  Delegates receive a $10,000 college scholarship and attend an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. on March 7-14, 2026. For more information: https://www.oregon.gov/ode/students-and-family/pages/united-states-senate-youth-program.aspx?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery Due date: 10/13/25

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens program and scholarship contest:  The program is open to seniors in good standing, truthful, loyal, contribute to the welfare of others, devoted to and support one's country, support service members and veterans, US citizenship is not required. Pick up the paper application in the College & Career Center.  Deadline: November 14, 2025

Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest:  Apply online at enf.elks.org/MVS. Application deadline is November 12, 2025. The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year. The Oregon City Lodge 1189 offers $12,000 in scholarship awards.The Oregon State Elks Association offers $2,000 grants to pursue a Vocational or Technical Trade Career. Visit www.oregonelks.org/scholarships  MVS scholarships are for high school seniors who plan to pursue a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university starting in 2026-27. Complete details can be found at enf.elks.org/MVS.

 ELK Legacy Awards – The Legacy Awards contest opens on September 1, 2025. Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members. The ENF offers a total of 350 national awards. The application deadline is February 2, 2026. Please visit enf.elks.org/Leg for more details and the application link.

The Gates Scholarship: The Gates Scholarship is for the full cost of attendance at a four-year degree, US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university. Application due date September 15, 2025. Apply using this link.  Thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship

WYS John Walls Memorial Scholarship: One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who has contributed to sports in the Wilsonville community or in Wilsonville Youth Sports. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026.

Colton Holly Memorial Scholarship: One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to graduating seniors.  Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be an active participant in school athletics. Priority given to students with economic need. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026. 

Music & Arts Partners Scholarship: MAP offers scholarships to graduating seniors at all three West Linn-Wilsonville high schools.  Applicants must have participated in visual or performing arts during their high school years. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026. 

WHS Boosters Scholarship: The WHS Boosters will offer up to twelve $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors of Wilsonville High School.  This scholarship requires a minimum GPA of 2.5. This application is now closed. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026. 

Wilsonville Rotary Club Scholarship: Wilsonville Rotary Club offers three $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Wilsonville High School. All college-bound seniors with a GPA of 3.0 should consider applying for this scholarship! This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026.

Willamette United Football Club: WUFC will award two $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who have played soccer with Willamette United Football (Soccer) Club for at least four years, and who have maintained a 3.0 GPA in high school. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026.

Clackamas Community College Foundation Scholarships:  CCC awards more than $500,000 annually in scholarships to local students who will attend CCC in the fall. The application requires an essay, and three WHS students are guaranteed to receive awards specifically for our students. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026.

Superintendent's Scholarship: The WLWV School Superintendent, Dr. Kathy Ludwig, awards scholarships to students at Wilsonville and West Linn High School.  Awards are worth varying amounts.  Student must be planning on attending college during the following school year. Extra weight will be given to first generation college students and those who are historically underrepresented. This application has closed. Watch this space in early spring for information for the Class of 2026.

All local community scholarships are awarded at our annual Senior Awards Night in the Performing Arts Center on May 29, 2025 at 6:30 pm.  

Naviance — Students and parents can find a database of scholarships received by WHS.  Log into student account under 'for students'. This list is maintained by the College & Career Center and is updated frequently. Scholarships are found in Naviance under Colleges>Scholarships & Money>Scholarship Search.

Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) – Complete one application for many different scholarships exclusively for residents of  the state of Oregon.

• Application opens on November 1 each year.
• Early Bird Deadline (for drawing to win one of ten $1,000 OSAC Scholarships): February 17, 2026 5:00 p.m.
• Final Deadline: March 2, 2026 5:00 p.m.