Yeah, Occidental College does provide scholarships based on merit. Here are some of them:

Margaret Bundy Scott Scholarships
Total Worth: $25,000 per year
Eligibility: $25,000 per year
Minimum Criteria: Based on academic ability, achievement, motivation, and promise
Requirement for maintenance: minimum CGPA of 3.25
Separate application needed: No

President’s Scholarships
Total Worth: $20,000 per year
Eligibility: $20,000 per year
Minimum Criteria: Based on academic ability, achievement, motivation, and promise
Requirement for maintenance: minimum CGPA of 3.0
Separate application needed: No

Leadership Scholarships
Total Worth: $17,500
Eligibility: $17,500
Minimum Criteria: Based on academic ability, achievement, motivation, and promise
Requirement for maintenance: minimum CGPA of 3.0
Separate application needed: No

Occidental College provides aids at an average of 48188 per student meeting 100% of students need. 100% of students with need receive financial aid at an average of 41801 need-based grant.