Scholarships & Awards
Aligning with our mission to honor exceptional Oklahomans and support education, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame offers three distinct scholarship opportunities: the Oklahoma Scholarship Competition, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship, and the Lee Allan Smith Oklahoma Legacy Award. With over $770,000 awarded annually, these scholarships recognize and celebrate outstanding civic leadership and academic achievement.
Oklahoma Scholarship Competition
OPENS IN JANUARY. For nearly 50 years, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame has been making higher education possible for Oklahoma students! Each spring, students in grades 9-12 test their knowledge of Oklahoma's history through the Oklahoma Scholarship Competition to earn cash scholarships or tuition grants. At least 10 scholarships are available in each of Oklahoma's 77 counties.
Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship
APPLICATIONS CLOSE OCTOBER 18. The $6,000 Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship is awarded to one high school senior annually each fall. The recipient is selected by Members of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame based on the student’s academic achievement, civic involvement, volunteerism, and extracurricular activities. 2024-2025 applications open August 2 - October 18.
Lee Allan Smith Oklahoma Legacy Award
Created by friends and colleagues of Lee Allan Smith, this namesake award honors an individual who has demonstrated volunteer and civic efforts that grow pride in their community; is well known for engaging the community in their efforts; and has created a legacy of pride for future generations. The award is given annually each spring.
