Scholarship Opportunities
We are pleased to share some of the available scholarship opportunities provided by our university and community partners. To learn more, click on each scholarship. For general information about scholarships, check your university’s scholarship page.
BEN SHANKER FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND (OU & OSU)
Applications Open January 1
This scholarship was established to support and celebrate diversity and promote the spirit of inclusiveness of all religions and cultures at The University of Oklahoma (OU). To apply, you must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at OU or an international student enrolled in at least one year of study. The scholarship is awarded upon demonstrated involvement in programs, activities, and interests relating broadly to Jewish-themed academic and cultural engagement, studies in or involving the State of Israel, including coursework in the Hebrew language and Hebrew or Jewish literature. Qualifying academic interests in these fields may be either contemporary or historical.
SCHUSTERMAN CENTER (OU only)
Schusterman Center Study in Israel Scholarship
Schusterman Center Domestic Scholarships
The Schusterman Center awards merit-based scholarships each academic year:
Esther Rose Shnier XI Chapter of ΣΔΤ Scholarship
Rosalyn W. Price Memorial Scholarship for Judaic Studies
The Carrie Jacobi Scholarship Fund provides higher education grants ranging from $360 to $3,600 to Jewish high school seniors and college students pursuing technical school, college, or university education. Applicants must be legal Oklahoma residents with a permanent address within the Jewish Federation of Greater Oklahoma City’s seven-county service area. Awards are based on academic achievement, financial need, and demonstrated community involvement and service. Previous recipients may reapply for additional funding.
Hillel International offers a range of scholarships supporting Jewish students pursuing undergraduate and graduate education in the United States and Canada. Applicants must identify as Jewish and be attending or preparing to attend an eligible four-year college, university, or graduate program. Students create an applicant profile, select scholarships for which they qualify, and complete short-answer essay questions ranging from 150 to 500 words. Eligibility and award amounts vary by scholarship, and students may apply for multiple opportunities through the same application portal.
OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION (listed campuses only)
M.J. WEISS SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship supports and celebrates diversity and inclusiveness through Oklahoma Hillels. The Michael J. Weiss Scholarship awards $2,000 to students demonstrating involvement in Jewish life, leadership, and community engagement. Preference is given to undergraduates, and financial need may be considered. Applicants must be enrolled at the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, University of Central Oklahoma, or University of Tulsa.
TOM FELLMAN SCHOLARSHIP (OU only)
Established by alumnus Tom Fellman (Accounting ’66), this scholarship reflects his lifelong connection to the University of Oklahoma and the lasting friendships formed during his time there. The scholarship supports current OU students who are in good academic standing, are making satisfactory progress toward graduation, and are active participants in the University of Oklahoma Hillel Student Organization.
