Scholarship Opportunity

Oklahoma City Downtown Lions Club Gus Gudmunson Scholarship

Offered by Oklahoma City Community Foundation

Need-based postsecondary assistance for eligible graduating seniors at participating Oklahoma City metro high schools.

Minimum GPA3.3+
EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2027–28 award cycle

OpensOctober 1, 2026
DeadlineFebruary 15, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be an Oklahoma resident and graduating senior with at least a 3.25 GPA and demonstrated financial need.
  • Attend an eligible high school and plan to attend a U.S. institution for a professional credential, associate degree or bachelor’s degree.

Requirements

  • Check the current school list in the matched award. The published list includes Capitol Hill, Western Heights, John Marshall, Mount St. Mary, Northwest Classen, U.S. Grant, Classen SAS at Northeast, Moore, Southeast, Santa Fe South, Douglass, Emerson and Star Spencer.
  • Extracurricular involvement may receive preference.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the OCCF Universal Application and submit the matched scholarship by February 15, 2027.