Department of English Scholarship Application

Currently enrolled students in good standing with the University of Oklahoma Department of English program are eligible to apply for scholarships via the Department of English Scholarship Application.

In order to be eligible for some need-based Department of English scholarships, eligible students must complete and submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

In order to be eligible for some Department of English scholarships, students must be enrolled full-time. The University of Oklahoma classifies full-time enrollment as…

  • Undergraduate students enrolled in 12 or more credits per semester
  • Graduate students enrolled in 9 credit hours, or 5 credit hours and have a .5 appointment as a GA or TA.

For questions regarding specific scholarship opportunities offered via the Department of English program, please contact Department of English directly.

Department of English
Website: https://www.ou.edu/cas/english/resources/funding

Award
Varies
Deadline
02/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. The University of Oklahoma Department of English invites currently enrolled sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students with a minimum 3.5 GPA to apply for the Rudolph C. Bambas Memorial Scholarship.

    In 500 words or less, discuss how studying Medieval English or related languages—such as Medieval French, German, Latin, or Old Norse—has influenced your academic interests. Highlight a specific course or courses that sparked your passion for this field, and explore what insights into Medieval society, literature, or language you find most compelling. Explain why understanding these historical texts and languages matters to you and how it shapes your academic goals.
  2. Do you intend to teach English, either at the k-12 level or collegiate level, after completing your degree?