The Buerkle Scholarship is for students who are graduates (including GED recipients and home-schooled graduates) of Jefferson, Curry, Crook, Baker, Morrow, Lake, Harney, Grant, Wallowa, Gilliam, Sherman and Wheeler County high schools. Preference will be given to older, nontraditional students or students who are returning to college after a long absence. Preference will also be given to students with a 3.60 GPA or more. Students majoring in physical education may also apply. Preference will also be given to students in Oregon colleges. Prior recipients may reapply regardless of high school counties listed. Applicants may contact the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion for more information.