Education powers the leaders of tomorrow. As part of Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative's ongoing commitment to community, youth and education, OTEC is proud to offer scholarships to our membership in Baker, Grant, Harney and Union counties! The OTEC Member Foundation Board of Directors approved a program to expand their scholarship offerings, creating the opportunity for memorial and named scholarships. If you are interested in creating a named or memorial scholarship, email memberfoundation@otec.coop.

OTEC scholarships are funded through donations and unclaimed capital credits. Tax-deductible contributions can be made directly to the scholarship fund through the OTEC Member Foundation. Options for donating include contributing capital credit retirements, making a one-time gift, or establishing a named scholarship fund. A named scholarship fund allows donors to specify support for students in particular career fields or communities.

The links provided below will direct you to a detailed description of the scholarship, including the requirements/criteria. At the end of the description, there is an "Apply" button. After creating a username and logging in, you will be able to view and save your application progress.

OTEC-EOU Rural Scholarship Program 

         Four local students who plan on attending Eastern Oregon University have a chance to have their entire tuition and fees paid for four years at EOU, if those students continue to meet certain criteria. Deadline to apply is March 16, 2025.

Graduating High School Student Scholarship

         Graduating high school seniors have a chance to earn $5,000 to further their education and training beyond high school! Deadline to apply is March 16, 2025.

Returning College Student or Adult Scholarship

         If you're a returning college student or an adult looking to start school, apply for the chance to earn $5,000 to help further your education and training! Deadline to apply is March 16, 2025.

Trade School Scholarship - Open

         Interested in learning an in-demand and well-paying trade? OTEC offers $5,000 scholarships for those interested in attending a trade, vocational or technical school. 

Lineman School Scholarship

         Interested in a great paying career in the electric utility industry? OTEC is proud to partner with Baker Technical Institute (BTI) to offer $5,000 scholarships for those who want to pursue a career as a lineworker. To learn more about the new electrical lineworker school in Baker City, visit https://bakerti.org/programs/technical-training/lineman-school/  

Those interested in attending lineworker training at a school other than BTI are encouraged to apply for the OTEC Trade School Scholarship. 

Greg Hoover Memorial Trade School Scholarship - Closed. Awarded June 17, 2024

         Greg Hoover (1954-2023) was a talented mechanic, licensed contractor, and owner/operator of an excavation company and an RV Park. Greg was a jack of all trades in the truest sense of the statement. The Greg Hoover Memorial Trade Scholarship serves as a tribute to Greg’s life and his work ethic and will provide an enduring legacy while empowering a new generation of skilled labor. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,500 and is for those interested in attending a trade, vocational or technical school.

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