Updated 3/20/12
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Largest collection of Nebraska Scholarships. |
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Agriculture & FFA Scholarships Local, State and National Scholarships See Mr. Schellpeper Deadlines approaching as early as February 28, 2012 |
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LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS Local Scholarship Application Form [PDF] You only need to fill out the Local Scholarship once to be considered for all the local scholarships. Local scholarships are listed in a teal colored cell. |
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Bohling Scholarships
Abby Bohling-Matulka Scholarship |
Ceresco Chapter
No. 198, Order of the Easterm Star Scholarship
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Learn and Work Scholarship 2012 Eligibility: Students who demonstrate financial need; academic excellence; have overcome personal challenges and obstacles in the pursuit of educational goals; attend college in southeast Nebraska; have 75 hours of documented community service. Award: Six - $4,000 awards. Deadline: May 1. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Lincoln
Builder's Bureau Scholarship Eligibility: Applicants must be an employee of a Lincoln Builders Bureau member company, or the dependent of an employee. Award: $750+. Deadline: March 30. Application: See Ms. Spearman |
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2012 Health Care Scholarship Eligibility: Students interested in pursuing a career in the Health Care Field. Award: $250 Deadline: April 28, 2012. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
RC PACTS Scholarship Deadline: February 28. Application: RC PACTS Scholarship Application. |
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Nebraska
Cooperative Council Education Foundation Scholarship
***NEW*** Eligibility: For sons/daughters of parents/legal guardians who have been members/directors/employees for 3 years of a cooperative in good standing as a member of the Nebraska Cooperative Council for at least 5 years. Award: UNL College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources: up to four $950 scholarships, based on available resources with a major in agricultural business/economics; Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture at Curtis: one $650 scholarship to a student with a major in agribusiness or ag production systems; Chadron State College: one $650 scholarship to an upper-class student with a major or minor in agribusiness Deadline: April 15. Application: www.nebr.coop |
Farmer's
Cooperative Scholarship
***NEW*** Eligibility: Students parents must be active owners/members of Farmers Cooperative. Award: $400. Deadline: April 15. Application: See Ms. Spearman. |
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Balanced Man Scholarship Eligibility: Students must be male and attending University of Nebraska - Kearney in the fall of 2012. Award: Two - $1,000 Deadline: April 1, 2012. Application: Balanced Man Scholarship Application. |
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Omaha chapter of the Association of
Information Technology
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field. Award: Several. Deadline: March 16. Application: www.aitpomaha.org |
Reagan Foundation
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship at school, at home, at the workplace and in the community. Be nominated by an eligible community leaders, such as the high school principal, elected official or executive director of a non-profit organization. Award: 20 - $10,00. Deadline: February 17. Application: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
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Shell Oil Company Technical
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who plan to enroll full-time in one of the following: geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, eletrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering. Award: Twenty - $2,500. Deadline: February 28. Application: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
Buick Achievers
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who plan to enroll in a specified course of study taht focuses on Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study or interested in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries. Award: 1,100 Awards - $25,000. Deadline: February 28. Application: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
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Dr. Arnita Young Boswell
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who have an accumulate GPA of 2.75 or better. Award: Two - $1,000. Deadline: March 1. Application: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
Society of Professional Journalists
Essay
Scholarship Eligibility: Students must submit original work and have a sponsoring teacher sign the entry form. Award: $1,000. Deadline: March 8. Application: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
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USPAACC
Scholarship Eligibility: For the Bruce Lee scholarship you may come from any ethnic background. However, for the rest of the scholarships you must be of Asian American Descent. Award: Twenty - $5,000. Deadline: March 16. Application: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
Kiwanis Club of Lincoln - Capital City Club
and Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Applicant must be graduating seniors of Lancaster County High Schools who plan to enroll at any community college or four-year college or university in Nebraska. Award: $600 awards Deadline: March 19. Application: Kiwanis Club 2011 Application Form. |
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Johnny Baxter Carriage House Foundation
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who plan to attend a Nebraska Community College in the fall of 2012 and enroll in the automotive related courses of study. Award: $1,000. Deadline: April 6. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Lincoln Legal Professionals
Assoc.
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who carry a 3.0 gpa or higher and wishes to pursue their education in the legal support field. Award: $500. Deadline: March 15. Application: www.lincolnlegalprofessionalassociation.com. |
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ISM - Nebraska "Excellence in Business"
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who see a degree in business (administration) and to promote the advance of business professionalism. Award: $1,500. Deadline: March 16. Application: www.napm-ne.org |
Phi Delta Kappa
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who plan to become elementary, middle level, secondary classroom, special education, or English language learner (ELL) teachers. Award: Two $250 awards. Deadline: April 13. Application: http://pdk.unl.edu/general)_scholarships.html |
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Aurora Cooperative 2012
Scholarship Eligibility: Students must major in an agriculture related field. Applicants parent/guardian must be an active patron of the Aurora cooperative. Award: One - $2,000; Three - $1,000 awards. Deadline: March 1. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Jim Langemeier Youth
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who reside in Saunders County, have a 3.0 or higher gpa; have been in 4-H activities for the past 3 years and are currently active in 4-h by showing in the Saunders County 4-H Fair. Demonstrates abilities in leadership, and show involvement in community activities. Award: $1,000. Deadline: February 24. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home
Scholarship Eligibility: Students who rank in the top half of their class; demonstrates qualities of citizenship, leadership and civic responsibility; participates actively in extracurricular activities; demonstrates financial need and appreciation of financial assistance and will be attending a college or trade school in Nebraska. Award: $300. Deadline: April 13. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
The Gabby Matthes Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Applicant must demonstrate involvement in school or community activities other than or in addition to athletics. Activities may include art, music, drama or clubs. Award: Two, $1,000 awards. Deadline: March 15. Application: www.lcf.org/scholarships |
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Virginia and Tom Pierce Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Students with a physical disability or if a parent of the student has a physical disability. Award: $500 Deadline: March 1. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application |
Delta Kappa Gamma International -
Zeta Chapter Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate female student entering the field of education (PreK-12+). Applicants will be considered on the following criteria: a strong desire to teach, school activities, community service, service or interests related to education, academic performance and honors and financial need. Deadline: February 20. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application form. |
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Saunders County Farm Bureau Scholarship Award: $250 Deadline: April 1. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application |
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
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James M. Cox Foundation Eligibility: Based on financial need and successful academic record. Award: $1,000 Deadline: April 13. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Gus Swanson Memorial Communications
Scholarship
Eligibility: Students who plan to enroll in a Nebraska college or university and pursue a degree in one of the following: advertising, marketing, mass communications, communication studies, public relations, journalism, graphic design/desktop publishing. Award: $500. Deadline: March 16. Application: www.swansonrussell.com/scholarship |
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UNL Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa
Scholarship
Eligibility: Any high school senior planning to become elementary, middle level, secondary classroom, special education, or English language learner (ELL) teachers. Award: Two at $250. Deadline: April 13, 2012. Application: http://pdk.unl.edu/general_scholarships.html |
Eastern Nebraska/Western Iowa Car
Council's Paul High Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to anyone who is planning on enrolling or is currently enrolled in an automotive technology program at an accredited trade school, community college, college or university. Award: Up to Four awards at $300 each. Deadline: April 15, 2012. See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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NAIFA N.W. "Jerry" Solomon Scholarship Eligibility: Students who are interested in courses of study such as education, business/management/finance, marketing/sales, or actuarial studies; and preference given to those who attend a Nebraska University, College or Community College. Award: $500. Deadline: February 29, 2012. Application: www.naifa-cornhusker.org |
NAIFA N.W. David & Linda Sundberg Family
Scholarship
Eligibility: Students who are interested in courses of study such as education, business/management/finance, marketing/sales, or actuarial studies; and preference given to those who attend a Nebraska University, College or Community College. Award: $500. Deadline: February 29, 2012. Application: www.naifa-cornhusker.org |
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ACT Advantage Scholarshp
(Central Community College) Eligibility: Based on an ACT composite score of 21 or above and academic achievement. Students must have a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.5 or higher.. Award: $700 Deadline: February 15. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Nebraska Legal Professionals
Assoc Scholarship Eligibility: Nebraska high school or college student who wishes to further his/her education in law or the legal support field at an institution of higher education and who carries a cumulative 2.5 gpa. Award: $1,250; 2nd place = $750. Deadline: March 31. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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Home Builders Association
Eligibility: Any high school senior who will be attending either SCC-Milford or Construction Management at UNL and are entering the construction field, i.e. electrical, plumbing, construction management, etc. Award: Four at $750 and One at $1,000. Deadline: March 1, 2012. See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Eastern Nebraska/Western Iowa Car
Council's Paul High Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to anyone who is planning on enrolling or is currently enrolled in an automotive technology program at an accredited trade school, community college, college or university. Award: Up to Four awards at $300 each. Deadline: April 15, 2012. See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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Lincoln Area Retired School Personnel
Eligibility: Applicant must be in the upper 25% of senior class; plan to be a teacher and enroll in an accredited educational institution. Award: Four $1,000 awards Deadline: March 11, 2012. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Gallup Scholarship
Eligibility: Winner will be selected on leadership skills and work orientation as demonstrated through participation in extracurricular activities and/or part-time employment; a cumulative gpa of 2.5 or above as of January 12, 2012 and must plan on attending college in Nebraska. Award: $500 Award. Deadline: March 2, 2012. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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Capital City Footprinters
Eligibility: Only seniors who are pursuing a course of study in Criminal Justice, or Fire Science at an accredited 2-year or 4-year College or University in Nebraska. Award: $500. Deadline: March 1, 2012. Application: See Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation
Eligibility: Any student attending a community college in Nebraska or Western Iowa Award: Ten, $1,000 scholarships. Deadline: March 15, 2012. Application: www.aksarben.org |
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Nebraska Press Association Award: $2,000 Eligibility: Must attend a Nebraska college or university on a full-time basis. Preference will be given to students with a specific interest in news, editorial, photography, circulation, production or advertising careers. Deadline: February 24, 2012. Application: A fillable PDF form is available at www.nebpress.com. |
Vancouver Restaurant Scholarship Award: $500 Eligibility: Be a full-time student. Answer the essay question found on the application page. Deadline: May 30, 2012. Application: www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
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Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship Award: $5,000 Eligibility: Be under 25 yrs of age and currently a high school senior or first year in college. Deadline: May 30, 2012. Application: www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
Big Dig Scholarship Award: $3,000 Eligibility: Currently a high school senior and entering into your first year in college in 2012 or be currently in your first or second year. Must submit an essay that is under 1000 words by the deadline. Deadline: June 1, 2012. Application: www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
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Man Mac Automatic Scholarship Award: $500 Eligibility: Be enrolled or expect to be enrolled in an undergraduate program by the Fall of 2012. Deadline: June 15, 2012. Application: www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php |
Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2012. Application: www.buffettscholarships.org |
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Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Student who is graduating from high school this year, and is registered as a full-time student in a Nebraska community college with an accredited program of study recognized by Project InVest. Award: Two $1,500. Deadline: March 1, 2012. See Ms. Spearman for an application.
Financial Scholarships Eligibility: Based on scholastic application, participation and leadership in school, community activities, and educational goals. Award: Three $1,000 awards. Deadline: March 1, 2012. Contact: 402.476.2951 or 800-377-3985. Application: See Ms. Spearman. |
Art Scholarship UNK Eligibility: All students who plan on majoring in art as freshman students at UNK. Award: Several $3,000 scholarships. Deadline: March 4, 2012. Application: monet.unk.edu/unkart
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Amable A. Caron and Vivian Caron Scholarship Eligibility: Student must be a primary account member, enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a chosen college or vocational school for the spring semester- minimum of 6 credit hours, complete the scholarship application, must complete an essay. Deadline: December 1, 2011. Contact: For more information on this scholarship program please contact (207) 725-8728. Website: http://ig.libertyonline.net/ImageGallery/Custom/cu0829/PDFs/CaronScholarshipFall2011ONLINE.pdf |
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship Each student may choose ONE of the following Department of Nebraska Scholarships to submit: www.nebraskalegionaux.net/scholarships.htm
Nurse's Scholarship Averyl Elaine Keriakedes Memorial Scholarship Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship Ruby Lorraine Paul Fund Scholarships Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship Vocational Technical Scholarship Deadline: March 2, 2012 |
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ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarship
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AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Eligibility: Need to be ambitious and show drive, have determination to set and reach goals, show respect for self, family, and community, and have the ability to succeed in college Award: $2,000. Deadline: February 1, 2012. Website: Learn more and download an application at: www.axa-achievement.com |
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AXA Achievement Scholarship Eligibility: Need to be ambitious and show drive, have determination to set and reach goals, show respect for self, family, and community, and have the ability to succeed in college Award: $10,000 and $25,000. Deadline: December 1, 2011. Website: Learn more and download an application at: www.axa-achievement.com |
BBG Communications Scholarship
Eligibility: Designed for students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in or will be attending an institution of higher education in the fall of 2011. Award: $1,000 Deadline: June 30, 2012. Application: www.breylancommunications.com. |
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Best Buy @15 Scholarship
Program Award: 1,200 - $1,000 scholarships. Apply online at www.bestbuy/scholarships or www.at15.com. |
BK
Scholars Win a $50,000, $25,000, $5,000 or $1,000 scholarship! Eligiblity & How to Apply: http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html |
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Central Community College Scholarships
ACT Advantage Scholarship Eligibility: Must have an ACT composite score of 21+ and a minimum gpa of 2.5 and applied to CCC. Award: $700. Deadline: February 15, 2012.
General Scholarship Applications available at www.cccneb.edu/financialaid
Summer Scholarship Eligibility: Junior or Senior student interested in taking a summer course at CCC. Students will be asked to supply ACT, COMPASS or ASSET scores for the scholarship. Award: $150. Application: Available March 9, 2012 at www.cccneb.edu |
Cargill Community Scholarship Eligibility: Students are selected based on academic achievement and leadership in extracurricular and civic activities. Do not have to be in FFA to be selected. Applications must be submitted online by February 15, 2012. Award: $1,000. Deadline: February 15, 2012. Application: www.cargill.com, keyword: scholarship and at www.ffa.org |
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Christian Connector, Inc.
Scholarship Drawing Random drawings. Scholarship worth $1,000 - $2,500. Deadline is on-going. Apply on-line at www.ChristianConnector.com. |
College of Hair Design Amount: $750-$1,000. Deadline: April 10, 2012 |
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Culinary Institute of America "Cream of the Crop" Scholarship Website: http://www.ciachef.edu/admissions/finaid/merit.asp |
Davidson Fellows Scholarship The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. Application categories are Mathematics, Science, Literature, Music, Technology, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception. Website: http://www.davidsongifted.org/fellows/ |
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Davis-Chambers Freshman
Scholarship for Chadron, Peru or Wayne State College Eligibility: For students enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Chadron, Peru or Wayne State College, have a 3.0 high school cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale, & provide estimated financial need criteria: Award: Up to $2000 Deadline: Various. Website: For an application visit http://www.nscs.edu/scholarships.htm |
Davis-Chambers Transfer Student Scholarship for
Chadron, Peru or Wayne State College Eligibility: You must be a transfer student in good standing from a Nebraska Community College and enroll as a full-time undergraduate student at Chadron, Peru or Wayne State College, have a 3.0 Nebraska Community College cumulative grade point average, & complete and submit an estimated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Award: $2000 awards Deadline: Various. Website: Visit http://www.nscs.edu/scholarships.htm for information and an application. |
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Discover College, Inc.
Scholarship Drawing Randon drawings. Scholarship worth $2,500. Deadline is on-going. Apply on-line at www.discovercolleges.com. |
Elks Scholarship Eligibility: All high school seniors who are US Citizens are eligible. Contact Information: www.elks.org/enf/scholars. |
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Engebretson Foundation
Scholarship
Eligibility: Students must show financial need; must score a 28 composite or higher on the ACT exam or at least a 1240 on the SAT exam; GPA 3.75 or above and/or top 5% of graduating class; and leadership potential. Award: 1 yr full tuition not to exceed $10,000 per year. (person receiving the scholarship may reapply each year) Deadline: March 1, 2012. Application: www.engebretsonfoundation.org. Questions call 402.964.2174 |
Hixson-Lied College of Fine and
Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Students must be accepted by the college and declare Art or Art History as their major. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of artistic merit. Award: 25% of tuition. Deadline: March 1, 2012. Application: www.unl.edu/finearts/studentresources/hlscholarship |
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Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Students working for Hy-Vee and/or subsidiary who began their employment on or before September 15, 2011. Sons and daughters of ull-, regular-, and part-time Hy-Vee and subsidiary associates who have a minimum of six months employment withthe company as of September 15, 2011. Award: 40 - $1,000 scholarship. Deadline: February 10. Application: www.hy-vee.com under company info or email lhoskins@hy-vee.com |
The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation Eligibility: U.S. high school students to write an essay on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1956. Award: First place = $10,000; Second place = $1,000; Up to five finalists = $500 each. Win an expense paid trip to Boston. Enhance and develop research and writing skills. Application: For contest information, registration, and to submit your essay, visit the Profile in Courage Essay Contest at www.jfklibrary.org. Deadline: January 7, 2012. |
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Joseph's Achievement Scholarship Eligibility: Traditional Student. Award: $1,000. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application. |
Joseph's Achievement Scholarship Eligibility: Non-Traditional Student. Award: $500. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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Joseph's Outstanding Merit Scholarship for
Cosmetology Eligibility: Excellent scholastic achievement: GPA of 3.5 or higher and/or membership in National Honor Society. Award: Several $3,500. Deadline: Prior to Graduation. Application: see Ms. Spearman for an application. |
KFC Colonel's Scholarship |
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Lancaster
County 4-H Scholarship Eligibility: Students are who active members of a Lancaster County 4-H Club. Deadline: December 2, 2011. Application: http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/Programs/award.shtml |
Lincoln
Builders Bureau |
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Lincoln Community Foundation
Scholarship Various scholarships available. Scholarships worth $500 - 2,000. Various deadlines. Download applications at www.lcf.org. |
Lincoln Elks Lodge No. 80 |
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LIBA Free Enterprise Scholarship Program |
Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarship Applications may be downloaded at www.mensafoundation.org. Click on "scholarships", then "application", and enter your zip code. |
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Midwest Exchange Program The Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) is a tuition reduction program that makes attending out-of-state colleges and universities more affordable for non-resident students. By enrolling in a MSEP program at a participating institution, you will receive a reduced tuition rate. Learn more at http://msep.mhec.org. |
National Co-Op Scholarship
Program Information: www.co-op.edu |
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship Program Eligibility: High School senior who has MS or who have a parent with MS and who will enroll in at least six credit hours per semester in coursework leading to a degree, license or certificate. Award: $1,000-$3,000 per recipient. Application: www.nationalMSsociety.org/scholarship. Deadline: January 13, 2012. |
Nebraska Aviation Trades Association
Scholarship Eligibility: Applicant must be recommended by a member of the Nebraska Aviation Trades Association. Write a minimum 400 word essay on "An Interview With an Aerial Applicator. Award: One $1,000 and one $500 Deadline: March 15, 2012. Contact Information: Please contact Judy McDowell at 402-475-NATA, email at nata@windstream.net, or visit http://02a2408.netsolhost.com/media/2012SchInfo.pdf for more information. |
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Nebraska Cooperative Council
Education Foundation Eligibility: Students who's parent/guardian has been an active member, director or employee for at least the prior three years of a cooperative. Award: Five $950 awards; Two $650 awards. Deadline: April 15, 2012. Application: www.nebr.coop |
Nebraska Educational Office Professional Association Student Scholarship Eligibility: Qualified senior who may be considering entering an office related professions. http://neopa.unl.edu. Amount: $1,000. Deadline: January 15, 2012. Contact: http://neopa.unl.edu and see Ms. Spearman for an application. |
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Nebraska
Elks Scholarship Deadline: Various. Contact Information: Visit http://www.elks80.org/scholarships.php for information to apply. |
Nebraska Insurance Federation and the Nebrska Actuaries Club Eligibility: Students majoring in actuarial science or math-related field. Must attend on of the three University of Nebraska campuses Award: Two - $4,000 awards. Deadline: March 31. Application: http://www.beanactuary.org/how/?fa=scholarships |
| Nebraska Wesleyan Scholarship Information |
NextStepU.com Win Free Tuition & Free Scholarships. Website: www.nextstepu.com |
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NFIB Young Entrepreneur
Foundation Award |
Raikes School of Computer Science & Management The Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln is a computer science and business management honors program for high-ability students. Students are selected into this elite program by application. Award: 4 years of room and board. Deadline: March 1, 2012. Contact: Visit the website: raikes.unl.edu. If you have questions, please contact Lori McClurg at 402.472.9097 or email to lmcclurg2@unl.edu. |
| Sam Walton Community Scholarship |
Susan G. Komen for the Cure College
Scholarship Eligibility: Students must have lost a parent/guardian to breast cancer or be a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at 25 years or younger; Must plan to attend a state supported college or university there they permanently reside; high school GP of 2.8 or above. Details: www.komen.org/scholarship. Deadline: November 15, 2011. |
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Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation provides scholarships for tuition and fees up to $3,400 per semester and a textbook allowance of $400 per semester for undergraduate students attending Nebraska public universities, colleges, or community colleges. These funds are available to the extent that tuition, fees and books are not already covered by other grants or scholarships. Visit www.buffettscholarships.org for more information. |
St. Edward's University - Guaranteed President's Excellence Scholarship Eligibility: Guaranteed this award if you rank in the top 15% of your class and score at least a 1300 on the SAT or 29 on the ACT. Award: $60,000 ($15,000 per year for four years) Deadline: February 1, 2012. Application Information: www.stedwards.com/scholarships |
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St. Edward's University - Holy Cross Scholarship Eligibility: Guaranteed this award if you rank in the top 10% of your class and score at least a 1250 on the SAT or 28 on the ACT. Award: Full tuition in the freshman year and the same amount in the subsequent years. Deadline: February 1, 2012. Application Information: www.stedwards.com/scholarships |
St. Edward's University - Trustees Distinguished Achievement Award Eligibility: Guaranteed this award if you rank in the top 15% of your class and score at least a 1300 on the SAT or 29 on the ACT. Award: $60,000 ($15,000 per year for four years). Deadline: February 1, 2012. Application Information: http://www.stedwards.edu/admission/newfreshmen/scholarships |
| University of Nebraska ~ Lincoln Scholarships |
UNK Honors Program Eligibility: Students must score a 27 on the ACT and rank in the top 25% of the senior class. Deadline: February 1, 2012. Contact Information: Online application at www.unk.edu/honors |
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UNK Omaha World Herald/Kearney Hub Scholarship Eligibility: Students who score 30 or above on the ACT and be in the top 10% of the high school class, receive the Regents Scholarship, show significant leadership in co-curricular activities and complete a writing sample. Award: Full tuition plus payment for room, meals, fees and books. Deadline: November 15, 2011. Contact Information: Students can access the application at www.unk.edu/offices/financial_aid. |
UNK
Honors Program Eligibility: Students with an ACT composite score of 27 or higher; completed Honors Program Application; admittance to UNK. Deadline: February 1, 2012. Contact Information: Dr. Peter Longo at honors@unk.edu or 308.865.8497. Students can access the application at www.unk.edu/offices/financial_aid. |
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UNK Peter Kiewit Foundation
Educators Opportunity Scholarship Eligibility: Students must demonstrate fluency in both writing and speaking Spanish, demonstrate financial need, and declare a major in teacher education and demonstrate a commitment to teaching as a profession. Award: $10,000 annually and can be renewed for up to four years. Deadline: February 1, 2012 Contact Information: Students can access the application at www.unk.edu/offices/financial_aid. |
UNK Health Science Scholars Program Eligibility: The Health Science Scholars Program is a one-year program awarded to academically promising students interested in health science careers. Students must have completed the Health Science Scholars Application by February 1, have a composite ACT score of 22 or higher, & have a HS GPA of at least 3.0. Award: Tuition support for their freshman year. Deadline: February 1, 2012 Contact Information: Students can access the application at www.unk.edu/healthsciencescholarships/. |
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UNK Multicultural Community Service Scholarship Eligibility: Recipients will be selected primarily on a demonstrated commitment to diversity/multiculturalism by leadership and participation in school & community activities. Students must also have an ACT composite score of 20 or higher. Award: Full tuition wavier for for up to 15 hours per semester. Renewable for eight semesters and two summers.. Deadline: February 1, 2012 Contact Information: Students can access the application at www.unk.edu/offices/financial_aid. |
UNK
Theatre Scholarship Award: $1,000 tuition waiver divided over two semesters. Deadline: February 1, 2012. Application: See Ms. Spearman. |
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UNL, UNO, UNK Davis – Chambers Scholarship Eligibility: For students applying for admissions to (or already admitted to) one or more of the campuses of the University of Nebraska meeting the following criteria: Seeks to identify and attract talented Nebraska student scholars whohave dmeonstrated knowledge and experience in cultural communities or backgrounds. Students must be able to demonstrated academic preparedness by their ACT/SAT scores, GPA, class rank; demographic diversity including geographic diversity, first generation status, low income, single family household; life experiences or involvement in diverse organizations or communities.. Award: $2000 - $4000. Deadline: January 15, 2012 (UNL & UNO) February 1, 2012 (UNK). Website: UNK students can access the application at www.unk.edu/offices/financial_aid. UNL applicants must apply online – http://wam.unl.edu |
UNO Music Scholarship Eligibility: Students interested in either studying music as a major or participating in music ensembles as a non-music major. Application: www.unomaha.edu/music/pdfs/musicscholarship2012.pdf. Visit www.unomaha.edu/music for more information or contact Mrs. Shellie Harden at 402.554.2177 or sharden@unomaha.edu.
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US Bank Scholarship Program 40 @ $1,000, 2 or 4 year college, selected by a random drawing for those who visit and apply on-line. Deadline: Applications accepted online from October - March 2012. Website: http://usbank.com/scholarship. |
Northwest Missouri State Scholarships |
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Morningside College Scholarships
President's Scholarship Award
Dean's
Scholarship Award
Mustang Co-Curricular
Award
Talent Achievement Award
Morningside Connections Grants
Alumni Referral Grants
Chamber Grant
Morningside Travel Grants |
Peru State College
Academic Scholarships
Rural Health Opportunity Program (RHOP) Full on-campus tuition waiver for four years and acceptance into the Pharmacy Program at University of Nebraska Medical Center. Deadline: December 1, 2011.
Board of Trustees Scholarship Full on-campus tuition waiver for four years. Deadline: January 15, 2012.
Cooperating Schools Scholarship Half on-campus tuition waiver for four years. Deadline: Rolling Award Date.
Campus Citizen Award $2,000 tuition waiver per year for two years. Deadline: January 15, 2012.
Davis Chambers Scholarship Up to $2,000 award per year for four years.. Deadline: February 1, 2012.
Governor's Opportunity Award Half on-campus tuition waiver for four years. Deadline: December 1, 2011.
Early Entry Award $50 for each credit hour of early entry taken through PSC. Deadline: Students must enroll at Peru State College immediately following high school graduation.
Athletic Scholarship Contact the head coach from the sport of interest at 402.872.2350 or athletics.peru.edu.
Art Scholarships Contact the Art Department at 402.872.2271.
Music Scholarships Contact the Music Department at 402.872.2237
* See a full listing of awards and criteria online at www.peru.edu.
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Wayne State College
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