Program Overview

Introduction to the Stamps Scholars Program

The Stamps Scholars Program is a prestigious scholarship program that helps exceptional students across the nation forge their own paths and become community leaders. The University of Oregon (UO) is one of the thirty-five schools chosen by the Stamps Scholars Program as partners and the only one on the west coast.

Program Details

• The program provides full coverage of tuition and fees for selected students.
• Students are awarded up to $12,000 in enrichment funds.
• Automatic placement in the Clark Honors College (CHC) is offered to Stamps Scholars.
• Access to an ever-growing network of fellow Stamps Scholars and alumni is provided.
• Oregon resident students also qualify for having their room and board fees covered by the scholarship.

Expansion of the Program

The decision to expand the program was made in part because of Oregon's reputation as a flagship university, but ultimately it was the students themselves who convinced the Stamps Scholars Program to increase funding. The expansion will allow more students to participate in the program, with an additional $11.3 million in funding that will increase the scholarship capacity to twenty students each year.

Objectives and Values

The program's objectives are aligned with the University of Oregon's objectives, which include going after the very best students, supporting them, and committing financial resources to have a program of this size and stature. The program values scholarship, leadership, and community, and Stamps Scholars are expected to exemplify these values during their time on campus.

Student Stories and Testimonials

Stamps Scholars are not just driven—they're hardworking, curious, and community-oriented. Many have gone on to achieve great things, including becoming Fulbright Scholars and pursuing graduate degrees at prestigious universities. Testimonials from past Stamps Scholars highlight the impact of the program on their educational experience and future careers.

Program Accomplishments

• Current Stamps Scholars: 38
• Awarded to the program in the last ten years: $3.5 Million +
• Stamps Scholar Alumni: 36

Student Success

The expansion of the Stamps Scholars Program is monumental for student success and accessibility. Stamps scholarships allow students to take classes full-time without the financial pressures of paying tuition and fees and without incurring debt. The enrichment funding provides resources for students to enhance their college experience, such as studying abroad or pursuing internships.

Community and Networking

The program provides a tight-knit and supportive cohort, with current Scholars taking incoming freshmen under their wings and sharing ideas and collaborating on projects. Faculty are equally likely to introduce Stamps recipients to world-class opportunities for undergraduate research, field work, and other formative experiences. The community is seen as the "cherry on top" of the program, with everyone across campus coming together in support of the Stamps Scholars Program.