Oregon State University International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarships 2024/2025

Oregon State University, USA is offering scholarships to international students in exchange for cultural service to OSU, academic colleges, and the surrounding communities. The goal of the ICSP program is to increase cultural awareness and understanding throughout the local region and the state of Oregon.

Application Deadline: 16th February, 2024 by 4 p.m. (PST).

Offered Annually: Yes

About the Oregon State University International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarships: The International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) which began at OSU in 1983, has attracted many outstanding students from countries around the globe.

International students who demonstrate financial need and exceptional merit may apply for the International Cultural Service Program (ICSP). Selected ICSP students receive a partial tuition-waiver scholarship ranging from $9,000 t0 $35,000 per year, depending on financial need. The scholarship amount will remain consistent each term. ICSP students agree to complete 80 hours per year of cultural service as required by the program. Cultural service can include speaking or giving demonstrations to schools or community groups about the heritage and culture of your country or participating in international events on campus.

Type: Undergraduate, Masters

Eligibility for Oregon State University International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarships: 

• Applicants must be admissible or fully admitted to the University of Oregon. New students must apply for admission to the UO for Fall 2024 by January 15, 2024. To apply for admission click here.
• Applicants cannot be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or eligible to receive U.S. federal financial assistance.
• Applicants must demonstrate financial need and meet the minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA requirement.

Selection Criteria: 

• Demonstrated financial need
• Experience participating in cultural activities
• Demonstrated performance and presentation skills
• Strong academic records
• Strong communication skills

Value of Oregon State University International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarships: $7,500 – $30,000

Number of Awardees: 10-20

How to Apply for Oregon State University International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarships: Incoming freshmen and new transfer, new graduate and new post baccalaureate applicants

• YOUR FIRST STEP: You must apply for Admission to the University of Oregon before you can apply for scholarships.
• Watch your email for an invitation to enter the UO Scholarship Dashboard. This happens within a week of submitting your application for admissions.
• Log in to the UO Scholarship Dashboard and submit the General Application, ISSS Endowed Scholarships Application and the ICSP Scholarship Application.  You must apply for admission prior to this step.
• All applications and Reference Letters must be submitted by February 16, 2024 by 4 p.m. (PST).
• GOODLUCK!

It is important to go through the Application Requirements before applying.

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