Scholarships
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WE’RE OPEN for the 2026-2027 Scholarship Season!
The Oklahoma City Community Foundation has connected donors with Oklahoma students to help them achieve their educational dreams. This important service has made OCCF one of the largest independent scholarship providers in the state.
The Oklahoma City Community Foundation distributes more than $5 million annually to students across our great state to support higher education and career training.
Our scholarships range from $2,000 to $20,000, and many awards are renewable each year. We have opportunities for high school seniors, college students, graduate students, career and technical students, adult learners returning to school, and students attending Comprehensive Transition Programs.
To help you understand the timing of our processes, here is a brief overview of what to expect for this upcoming scholarship season:
OCCF Universal Application
200+ Opportunities − 1 Application
Grand Opening: October 1, 2025
Deadlines begin: December 3, 2025
Major Deadline: February 15, 2026*
*Please note: Some scholarship application deadlines may vary.
Be sure to review individual scholarship listings for specific application dates and details.
Stand-Alone Applications
| Scholarship | Who’s Eligible | Opens | Closes |
| Central Oklahoma ASHRAE Scholarship | HVACR Engineering Degree Programs | 10/1 | 12/3/25 |
| New Opportunities Scholars | First-Generation High School Juniors | 10/1 | 2/15/26 |
| Oklahoma Youth With Promise | Students in Foster Care | 10/1 | 6/1/26 |
| James Whitfield Employee Scholarship | Quail Creek Golf & Country Club | 10/1 | 7/1/26 |
How will I be notified?
Award decisions will be made on a rolling basis in spring 2026, with most notifications being sent in May 2026. The awards are for the 2026-2027 academic year. If you receive a scholarship, you will be notified via mail or email.
Log back into this scholarship website after June 1st to learn the status of your applications if you did not receive a notification. If you are selected for a scholarship, you will need to complete a few follow-up items for the award to be paid directly to your college during the fall 2026-spring 2027 academic year.
Transforming Futures
When Businesswoman Elaine Hahn passed away, her sister Kathy knew how important education was to Elaine. To honor Elaine’s legacy, she established the Elaine Hahn Memorial Business Scholarship at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for young women who plan to attend college and study business. Students receiving the scholarship often graduate debt-free, which is important for Kathy.
Our Program at a Glance
Scholarship Opportunities
in awards
Scholarship Recipients
25/26 Academic Year
