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Top 16 Nebraska Scholarships in September 2023

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Updated: September 1st, 2023

It’s not just corn that Nebraska offers—the state is ripe with scholarship opportunities for all sorts of students! Whether you’re a Korean-Nebraskan or a Lincoln animal lover, you’re sure to find financial support for your college journey with a wide variety of Nebraska scholarships. Check out a variety of Nebraska scholarships below!

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The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…

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The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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Niche $25,000 No Essay Scholarship
Niche $25,000 No Essay Scholarship

Offered by Niche

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Sep 27, 2023

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA, Other

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship
$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

Offered by Sallie Mae

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Sep 30, 2023

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

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Grade Level: HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA

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$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship
$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

Offered by Bold.org

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Oct 1, 2023

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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Norma Ross Walter Scholarship
Norma Ross Walter Scholarship

Offered by Willa Cather Center

Multiple awards worth up to $3,000
Deadline Jan 31, 2024

Are you a female high school senior from Nebraska planning to study English at university? If so, consider applying for the Norma Ross Walter Scholarship!…

Are you a female high school senior from Nebraska planning to study English at university? If so, consider applying for the Norma Ross Walter Scholarship!…

Are you a female high school senior from Nebraska planning to study English at university? If so, consider applying for the Norma Ross Walter Scholarship! The scholarship is open to female high school seniors who plan to enroll in accredited universities as English majors and are from Nebraska. The scholarship is funded by the Willa Cather Foundation, a non-profit organization formed in 1955. The foundation vows to continue Cather’s legacy and support the next generation of writers. Since 1987, this scholarship in particular has honored Norma Ross Walter, who served as a Navy Wave during the Second World War and as a career newspaper editor in California. Each year, three scholarships worth up to $3,000 are awarded to eligible applicants with a passion for the written word. If you are looking for some help funding for your English degree at university, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Academic Interest: Education, Literature/English/Writing

Other Category: Women

State: Nebraska

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American Legion Department of Nebraska Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship
American Legion Department of Nebraska Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Department of Nebraska

Multiple awards worth $500
Expected deadline June 2024

The American Legion Department of Nebraska is proud to offer the Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship to a talented Nebraska American Legion Baseball player in…

The American Legion Department of Nebraska is proud to offer the Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship to a talented Nebraska American Legion Baseball player in…

The American Legion Department of Nebraska is proud to offer the Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship to a talented Nebraska American Legion Baseball player in their final year of eligibility or a graduating senior. Each Senior American Legion Baseball team can nominate one applicant. The recipient must attend a postsecondary educational institution within the state of Nebraska and have maintained a GPA in the upper half of their graduating class. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to further your education and showcase your baseball skills!

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Grade Level: College Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens

Other Category: Low Income, Athletic

State: Nebraska

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ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship
ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship

Offered by ISL Education Lending

10 awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline April 2024

The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship awards ten $1,000 college scholarships to high school seniors in Illinois, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Minnesota who will…

The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship awards ten $1,000 college scholarships to high school seniors in Illinois, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Minnesota who will…

The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship awards ten $1,000 college scholarships to high school seniors in Illinois, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Minnesota who will attend an eligible U.S. college in the Fall following their high school graduation. To be eligible, applicants must be legal United States residents and be set to attend college in the U.S., physically or virtually, following their high school graduation. There are no income, grade point average, or class rank requirements. If you're a college-bound high school senior residing in Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, or Wisconsin, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

State: Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin

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MAC Louisa Bowen Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Students in Archival Administration
MAC Louisa Bowen Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Students in Archival Administration

Offered by Midwest Archives Conference

1 award worth $1,000
Expected deadline March 2024

The Louisa Bowen Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Students in Archival Administration Purpose aims to provide financial assistance to a resident or student of the MAC…

The Louisa Bowen Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Students in Archival Administration Purpose aims to provide financial assistance to a resident or student of the MAC…

The Louisa Bowen Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Students in Archival Administration Purpose aims to provide financial assistance to a resident or student of the MAC region pursuing graduate education in archival administration and to encourage the study of archival administration. If the program is not listed in the SAA Directory of Archival Education, the applicant must provide proof of the multi-course standard by submitting course descriptions from the institution's current department catalog. Two letters of recommendation are required. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Minimum GPA: 3.0

State: Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska

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Jennings and Beulah Haggerty Scholarship
Jennings and Beulah Haggerty Scholarship

Offered by Lincoln Community Foundation

3 awards worth $2,000
Expected deadline March 2024

The Jennings and Beulah Haggerty Scholarship applicants must be current graduating seniors of a public or private high school in Lincoln, Nebraska ranked in the…

The Jennings and Beulah Haggerty Scholarship applicants must be current graduating seniors of a public or private high school in Lincoln, Nebraska ranked in the…

The Jennings and Beulah Haggerty Scholarship applicants must be current graduating seniors of a public or private high school in Lincoln, Nebraska ranked in the top 1/3rd of his or her graduating class. It is preferred that the applicant plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year university or college in Nebraska.

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens

Other Category: Low Income

State: Nebraska

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Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship
Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Auxiliary Department of Nebraska

1 award worth $400
Expected deadline March 2024

The Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship is a $400 award for an exceptional candidate enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate (Masters only) program…

The Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship is a $400 award for an exceptional candidate enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate (Masters only) program…

The Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship is a $400 award for an exceptional candidate enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate (Masters only) program at a four-year college or university. This scholarship is exclusively for Veteran-connected residents of Nebraska, with a preference for former Nebraska Girls State Citizens. To be considered, applications must be submitted by a local Nebraska American Legion Auxiliary Unit to the Department. Don't miss out on this opportunity to honor Roberta Marie Stretch and further your education!

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Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Other Category: Veteran

State: Nebraska

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Oxbow Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship
Oxbow Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship

Offered by Oxbow Animal Health

Multiple awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline March 2024

Are you a high school senior from Nebraska who is interested in pursuing a career in the pet industry? If so, consider applying for the…

Are you a high school senior from Nebraska who is interested in pursuing a career in the pet industry? If so, consider applying for the…

Are you a high school senior from Nebraska who is interested in pursuing a career in the pet industry? If so, consider applying for the Oxbow Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship! The scholarship is open to high school seniors from Nebraska pursuing a career in the companion animal industry. The scholarship is offered by Oxbow Animal Health, a company dedicated to small animal nutrition and care to increase their lifelong welfare. With the scholarship, they hope to support aspiring veterinarians, vet techs, and other future animal health professionals. Since 2005, the program has awarded $1,000 scholarships to multiple recipients, each year, to help fund their education at U.S.-based institutions. If you are a high school senior passionate about a career in veterinary care, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: Yes

Academic Interest: Healthcare, Animal/Veterinary Sciences, Business

State: Nebraska

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John Deere Company Scholarship
John Deere Company Scholarship

Offered by American Welding Society

2 awards worth $2,500
Expected deadline March 2024

The John Deere Scholarship was established to encourage Midwestern welding students to pursue their passions without worrying about the costs. Thus, each year, two scholarships…

The John Deere Scholarship was established to encourage Midwestern welding students to pursue their passions without worrying about the costs. Thus, each year, two scholarships…

The John Deere Scholarship was established to encourage Midwestern welding students to pursue their passions without worrying about the costs. Thus, each year, two scholarships will be awarded to Midwestern welding students. While the first ($2,500) will be available to a student from the states of Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, or Missouri, the second ($2,500) will be available to a female or minority student, with preference to students from the states of Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, North Dakota or South Dakota. All applicants must be enrolled in a Weld Engineering or Weld Engineering Technology (4 year degree) program or a mechanical or manufacturing engineering program with weld emphasis. Applicants must have completed a minimum of one semester of academic study in their welding program and submit two letters of recommendation along with their application. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: College Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Academic Interest: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Other Category: Low Income, Women

State: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin

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American Legion Auxiliary Department of Nebraska Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship
American Legion Auxiliary Department of Nebraska Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Auxiliary Department of Nebraska

Multiple awards worth $200
Expected deadline March 2024

The Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship will be awarded to a daughter, son, granddaughter, grandson, great-granddaughter, or great-grandson of an American Legion member. Descendants of…

The Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship will be awarded to a daughter, son, granddaughter, grandson, great-granddaughter, or great-grandson of an American Legion member. Descendants of…

The Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship will be awarded to a daughter, son, granddaughter, grandson, great-granddaughter, or great-grandson of an American Legion member. Descendants of both American Legion Auxiliary members who have held Nebraska membership for two years or Sons of the American Legion members who have held Nebraska membership for two years are also eligible to apply. All applicants MUST be enrolled in an accredited college or university for the current year and have been a Nebraska resident for the previous three (3) years. If you fit these criteria, don't miss out on this chance to earn funding for your education and carry on your family's legacy.

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Other Category: Veteran, Relative of Current or Former Military Member

State: Nebraska

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Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarship
Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $1,000
Expected deadline January 2024

The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. If you reside in the…

The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. If you reside in the…

The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. If you reside in the ARRL Midwest Division (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska) and are pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in electronics, communications, or a related field, this scholarship is for you! Don't miss out on the chance to receive financial assistance while attending school in the Midwest Division.

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: Communications, Electrical Engineering

State: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska

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The Ray, NØRP, & Katie, WØKTE, Pautz Scholarship
The Ray, NØRP, & Katie, WØKTE, Pautz Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $500 - $1,000
Expected deadline January 2024

The Ray, NØRP, & Katie, WØKTE, Pautz Scholarship is open to students with a General Class or higher license who reside in the ARRL Midwest…

The Ray, NØRP, & Katie, WØKTE, Pautz Scholarship is open to students with a General Class or higher license who reside in the ARRL Midwest…

The Ray, NØRP, & Katie, WØKTE, Pautz Scholarship is open to students with a General Class or higher license who reside in the ARRL Midwest Division (IA, KS, MO, NE).

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

State: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska

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PHD Scholarship
PHD Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $1,000
Expected deadline January 2024

The ARRL Foundation PHD Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. This scholarship is also open to applicants…

The ARRL Foundation PHD Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. This scholarship is also open to applicants…

The ARRL Foundation PHD Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. This scholarship is also open to applicants who are the child of a deceased radio amateur. If you reside in the ARRL Midwest Division (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska) and are studying journalism, computer science, or electronic engineering, this scholarship is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and pursue your dreams!

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Academic Interest: Journalism, TV/Radio Broadcasting, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

State: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska

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It’s not just corn that Nebraska offers—the state is ripe with scholarship opportunities for all sorts of students! Whether you’re a Korean-Nebraskan or a Lincoln animal lover, you’re sure to find financial support for your college journey with a wide variety of Nebraska scholarships. Check out a variety of Nebraska scholarships below!

How to win Nebraska scholarships

Nebraska is home to many unique features, including an abundance of farmland, the Great Plains, and a passionate college football community. In order to win Nebraska scholarships, you should highlight these unique aspects of Nebraska while connecting back to your passions and goals. 

For example, perhaps you grew up helping your neighbors on their Nebraska farm, so it may be no surprise that you want to study agriculture in college. In your agriculture scholarship application, explicitly highlight how much your location in Nebraska helped you realize that you wanted to pursue a career in agriculture.

Connecting your uniqueness to the uniqueness of Nebraska will make you stand out when applying for Nebraska scholarships. Doing so may just help you win Nebraska scholarships and live out your career goals and dreams in the Cornhusker state. 

Writing resources for writing Nebraska scholarship essays 

Many Nebraska scholarships may have you write an essay about yourself so be sure to familiarize yourself on some common scholarship essay prompts. Check out our guides on how to start a scholarship essay and how to end a scholarship essay to ensure your Nebraska scholarship application is perfect from beginning to end. 

Additionally, read over our Scholarships360 ultimate guide to finding and winning scholarships to ensure you are well prepared to win Nebraska scholarships! 

Nebraska student debt snapshot 

According to the Department of Education, in total, Nebraska residents owe $7.9 billion in federal student loan debt. Student borrowers owe an average of $31,919 each (those numbers do not include private loans). Around 56.5% of loan borrowers are under the age of 35. As you are starting your higher education journey, remember that scholarships allow students to take fewer loans. Make sure that you apply to as many scholarships as you qualify for!

Keep on reading to learn more about merit scholarships for colleges in Nebraska, as well as top scholarships in Nebraska!

Merit scholarships at Nebraska colleges and universities

University of Nebraska-Lincoln 

  • Eligibility: First year students with a strong cumulative high school GPA and ACT/SAT score
  • Amount: $1,000 up to full tuition 
  • Deadline: Varies

University of Nebraska-Omaha

  • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen with high academic achievement 
  • Amount: $1,000 up to full tuition 
  • Deadline: Varies

University of Nebraska-Kearney

  • Eligibility: First time students based on GPA
  • Amount: $2,000 up to full tuition 
  • Deadline: March 1

Creighton University

  • Eligibility: First year students with strong academic achievement 
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: December 1

Clarkson College

  • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen with a 3.4+ GPA 
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: Admission to Clarkson College

Consider in-state tuition and tuition reciprocity 

In-state tuition allows residents of a state to receive cheaper tuition for a college or university in their state. Additionally, many universities and colleges reserve scholarships and financial aid for in-state students, which helps reduce the cost of attending college for those who live there.

Here are a few well-known Nebraska universities and their in-state vs out-of-state tuition costs:

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  • In-state tuition: $10,108
  • Out-of-state tuition: $27,748

University of Nebraska-Omaha 

  • In-state tuition: $8,370
  • Out-of-state tuition: $22,358

University of Nebraska-Kearney

  • In-state tuition: $6,480
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,130

How do you get in-state tuition? 

In-state tuition in Nebraska significantly reduces the cost of tuition. In order to earn residency status in Nebraska for tuition purposes, you will need to establish a domicile in Nebraska for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the beginning of the semester. However, it is important to note that if you move to Nebraska primarily to enroll in college or university, then you are presumed to be a non-resident for tuition purposes. So double check with your intended Nebraska institution to ensure you qualify for in-state tuition. 

Does Nebraska offer tuition reciprocity? 

Yes, Nebraska is a part of the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) which is the Midwest’s latest multi-state tuition reciprocity program. Over 70 colleges and universities in Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin allow students from their states to attend college in nearby states for more affordable rates. 

Nebraska scholarship spotlight

ISL Senior Scholarship

  • Eligibility: High school seniors living in Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota or Wisconsin
  • Amount: $1,000
  • Deadline: End of April

Korean American Midwest Region Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Students with Korean heritage living in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota or Wisconsin with a 3.0+ GPA
  • Amount: $5,000
  • Deadline: End of June

Nebraska Nurses Association Scholarships

  • Eligibility: Students enrolled in Bachelor, Masters, or Doctoral program in nursing
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: Mid-August

Aksarben Horatio Alger Scholarship Program

  • Eligibility: Students who exhibit integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, with at least 2.0 GPAs 
  • Amount: $10,000
  • Deadline: December 1

Norma Ross Walter Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Female graduates of Nebraska high schools who plan to enroll as English majors in accredited colleges and universities
  • Amount: $2,000 up to $3,000
  • Deadline: End of January 

Susan T. Buffett Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Nebraska high school students with at least 2.0 GPAs demonstrating financial need who plan to attend a Nebraska public college
  • Amount: Varies 
  • Deadline: Varies

Oxbow Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Students pursuing an animal-related field with a passion for animals including animal health, marketing and pet food manufacturing 
  • Amount: $1,000 
  • Deadline: March 1

Al Wright Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Migratory students demonstrating financial need
  • Amount: Varies 
  • Deadline: Varies

Dick & Chris Draper Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Graduating seniors of Elgin, Nebraska high schools who demonstrate financial need and have at least 3.25 GPAs
  • Amount: $2,500
  • Deadline: Mid-March

Florence Turner Karlin Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Former graduates of a Nebraska high school with at least a 3.0 GPA
  • Amount: $2,000
  • Deadline: Mid-March

Margaret & Max Pumphrey Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Seniors attending Lancaster County, NE high schools who demonstrate financial need
  • Amount: $2,000
  • Deadline: Mid-March

Colleen Farrell Gerleman Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Graduating seniors of Lincoln, Nebraska high schools who demonstrate financial need
  • Amount: $1,500
  • Deadline: Mid-March

BEN Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Black students with a 2.75 or higher GPA 
  • Amount: $2,000
  • Deadline: Mid-April

Barrientos Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Students of Latino heritage that are planning on attending a college or university in Nebraska
  • Amount: $2,500 up to $8,000
  • Deadline: End of March

Additional Nebraska resources

FAFSA Guide

On October 1st of every year, the FAFSA opens nationwide. Students in Nebraska should apply for the FAFSA ASAP in order to receive priority consideration.

Nebraska Department of Education

The Nebraska Department of education offers students and families of all ages a wealth of resources. The website is very easy to navigate, and even includes a dedicated scholarship page. Bookmark this one!

Frequently asked questions about Nebraska scholarships 

Does Nebraska offer free college?

Some Nebraska colleges and universities offer full tuition merit scholarships. Additionally, there are some scholarships that cover full tuition. However, it may be difficult to receive these scholarships so be sure to have a well-rounded application! 

What type of scholarships does Nebraska offer?

Nebraska offers need-based scholarships, merit-based scholarships, and scholarships specific to certain demographics, so do your research! Women, high school seniors, and Black students can take advantage of specific scholarship opportunities. 

Do I need to be a Nebraska resident to receive Nebraska scholarships?

Not necessarily! While many Nebraska scholarships do require applicants to be residents, not all do. Ultimately, make sure you are researching scholarships that you fit the eligibility criteria for!

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