A conviction for DUI/DWI can have long-lasting effects on a person’s life, including the denial of an application for admission to a college, university, or other school. A DUI/DWI can also be the basis for probation, suspension, or expulsion from a college, university, or other school—and loss of scholarships—especially if it is the student’s second (or more) DUI/DWI conviction.

Consequences for a DUI/DWI conviction vary from school to school and may also depend on whether the conviction was for a misdemeanor or a more serious felony charge.

In Oregon, a conviction for DUI (Driving Under the Influence), also referred to as DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) in some jurisdictions, can indeed have significant and enduring consequences for an individual's educational opportunities. Educational institutions in Oregon have the discretion to deny admission to applicants with a DUI/DWI conviction on their record. The specific impact of a DUI/DWI conviction on a student's academic status, including probation, suspension, or expulsion, as well as the potential loss of scholarships, is determined by the policies of each individual college, university, or school. These policies often take into account the nature of the offense, with more severe penalties likely for felony convictions as opposed to misdemeanors, and for individuals with multiple DUI/DWI convictions. Students facing such circumstances should review their school's code of conduct or speak with an administrator to understand the potential implications of a DUI/DWI conviction on their academic standing.