Oros Well-th Scholars

Invest in yourself. Build a life that thrives. 

College is more than earning a degree.
It's about discovering who you are, building habits that last a lifetime, and learning how to navigate challenges with confidence. 

At Central Michigan University, the Oros Well-th Scholars program is redefining lifelong success by empowering students to prioritize wellness as the foundation for success in college, in their careers, and throughout their lives. 

A transformational first-year experience

Each year, a select cohort of first-year students joins the Oros Well-th Scholars program, creating a built-in community from day one.

You won't do college alone. 

You will:

• Connect with a close-knit group of peers across majors.
• Explore real-life topics like stress, resilience, academic and personal success.
• Learn how to balance academics, relationships, and well-being.
• Build confidence through shared experiences and support.
• Develop intentional habits and skills that support success in college, career, and life.
  

This is more than a program, it's a community that grows with you.

Scholarship + Support

Being an Oros Well-th Scholar means your growth is supported, personally and financially.

Program benefits:

• Up to $4,000 annual scholarship.
• Engage in wellness-focused coursework and experiences.
• Attend workshops on wellness topics such as mental health, life balance, and personal development.
• Lead peer education opportunities.
• Receive ongoing mentorship and guidance.
• Be an active member of a support, purpose-driven student community.

Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete all required scholarship protocols to remain eligible. 

Who should apply?

This program is designed for students who want more out of their college experience.

You're a great fit if you are:

• An incoming first-year student with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Passionate about well-being, for yourself and others.
• Interest in leadership, connection, and personal growth.
• Looking for a community that values balance, purpose, and success.

Why this matters (for students & families)

Today's students face unprecedented challenges, academic pressure, constant digital connection, and rising stress.

The Oros Well-th Scholars program was created to meet this moment. 

Thanks to a generous grift from CMU alumnus Bob Oros and his wife, Lisa, this program is: 

• Expanding access to peer-to-peer mental health support.
• Helping students build resilience and life skills.
• Creating a campus culture where students feel supported, connected, and empowered.

Students who feel well, succeed.
And success in college leads to success far beyond it. 

Built on care. Backed by vision. 

This program builds on CMU's COMPASS initiative, designed to strengthen student resilience, reduce stress, and improve overall success.

It reflects a simple but powerful belief:

When students are supported as whole people, they thrive, in college and in life. 

Take the first step

Your college experience should help you become the best version of yourself.

Apply to be an Oros Well-th Scholar today. 
Join a community that invest in your success, academically, personally, and for life. 

Apply Now

Your future starts with you

Balance. Confidence. Connection. Purpose.

That's Well-th. 
And it starts here.