Philip & Jean Nelson Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to UWO students who meet the following criteria:
- Admit Term: Summer 2026 or Fall 2026
- Admit Type: Incoming Freshman
- Enrollment Status: Full- or part-time upon enrollment
- Intended Major: Any Bachelor’s Degree
- Must have a parent or grandparent who is a graduate of UW-Oshkosh
Selection is based on academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities, and the applicant’s desire to attend UWO. Due to NCAA Division III regulations, athletic leadership, ability, participation, or performance cannot be considered in the awarding of scholarships.
Award Payment: Fall 2026. If the recipient is not enrolled in the required number of credits for the indicated semester, the award payment will be forfeited.
- Donor
- Jean Nelson
- Award
- $2,000
- Categories
- Admissions, Incoming Freshman Award
- Deadline
- 02/06/2026
- Supplemental Questions
- Is your parent or grandparent a graduate of UW-Oshkosh?
- Please provide the name and graduation year of your parent or grandparent who is a UW-Oshkosh graduate (include maiden name if applicable).
- Please submit a statement describing your desire to attend UW-Oshkosh.