Poverty Is Not a Choice Scholarship
$3,000
The PINC Scholarship is awarded in recognition that Poverty Is Not a Choice. It is named after a documentary of the same name which received the Mayor’s Choice Award at the Lincoln Mayor’s Arts Awards in June 2016. This documentary, made by 9 high school and college students and aired on NET TV, related several stories about children’s day-to-day realities with living in poverty. It is the donor’s hope that this award will be received by someone who has been directly affected by poverty who could not otherwise attend college but who would benefit from specialized study in their chosen...
The PINC Scholarship is awarded in recognition that Poverty Is Not a Choice. It is named after a documentary of the same name which received the Mayor’s Choice Award at the Lincoln Mayor’s Arts Awards in June 2016. This documentary, made by 9 high school and college students and aired on NET TV, related several stories about children’s day-to-day realities with living in poverty. It is the donor’s hope that this award will be received by someone who has been directly affected by poverty who could not otherwise attend college but who would benefit from specialized study in their chosen...
Norma Ross Walter Scholarship
$3,000
The purpose of the Norma Ross Walter Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to female graduates of Nebraska high schools who plan to enroll as English majors in accredited colleges or universities. Applicants must be female high school seniors who are prospective first year college students and plan to continue their education as English majors in accredited colleges or universities. Selection is based on intellectual promise, creativity, and character of the applicant.Norma Ross Walter was a Navy Wave during the Second World War and a career newspaper editor in California. A lover of Cather and frequent visitor to Red Cloud,...
The purpose of the Norma Ross Walter Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to female graduates of Nebraska high schools who plan to enroll as English majors in accredited colleges or universities. Applicants must be female high school seniors who are prospective first year college students and plan to continue their education as English majors in accredited colleges or universities. Selection is based on intellectual promise, creativity, and character of the applicant.Norma Ross Walter was a Navy Wave during the Second World War and a career newspaper editor in California. A lover of Cather and frequent visitor to Red Cloud,...
Nebraska Rod and Custom Association Scholarship
$2,000
For over 20 years NRCA has worked to find ways to raise money to fund scholarships for students attending one of Nebraska's 5 tech schools majoring in automotive technology, auto body or any other automotive-related curriculum. A portion of each members dues is ear marked for this rewarding effort of the association. We also use the proceeds from the sale of merchandise, work we do for others, and direct donations. Nothing we do gives us a better feeling than helping students who will use our funds to be successful in an automotive career.We have a veteran committee of 4 board...
For over 20 years NRCA has worked to find ways to raise money to fund scholarships for students attending one of Nebraska's 5 tech schools majoring in automotive technology, auto body or any other automotive-related curriculum. A portion of each members dues is ear marked for this rewarding effort of the association. We also use the proceeds from the sale of merchandise, work we do for others, and direct donations. Nothing we do gives us a better feeling than helping students who will use our funds to be successful in an automotive career.We have a veteran committee of 4 board...
Margaret & Max Pumphrey Scholarship
$2,000
Beginning in 2024, this fund will serve as a partner fund to the Lincoln Community Foundation Student Success Scholarship Fund in which award amounts from many scholarship funds are pooled to create meaningful, renewable awards for Lancaster County students. To apply for the Lincoln Community Foundation Student Success Scholarship (LCFSSS), applicants should submit their general application, then click the “Apply” button beside the Lincoln Community Foundation Student Success Scholarship to answer a few additional questions. Recipients must be current graduating high school seniors or former graduates of public or private high schools in Lancaster County, NE or GED graduates residing...
Beginning in 2024, this fund will serve as a partner fund to the Lincoln Community Foundation Student Success Scholarship Fund in which award amounts from many scholarship funds are pooled to create meaningful, renewable awards for Lancaster County students. To apply for the Lincoln Community Foundation Student Success Scholarship (LCFSSS), applicants should submit their general application, then click the “Apply” button beside the Lincoln Community Foundation Student Success Scholarship to answer a few additional questions. Recipients must be current graduating high school seniors or former graduates of public or private high schools in Lancaster County, NE or GED graduates residing...
NBA Foundation Scholarship
$2,000
Awarded to Nebraska residents who have demonstrated high academic success and who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in finance, accounting, economics, marketing or another banking-related major.Do I qualify?To qualify, students must:Attend one of the Nebraska state or privately funded colleges or universities (excludes UNK, UNL and UNO)Bellevue UniversityChadron State CollegeCollege of St. MaryConcordia UniversityCreighton UniversityDoane UniversityHastings CollegeMidland UniversityNebraska Wesleyan UniversityPeru State CollegeUnion CollegeWayne State CollegeYork UniversityBe a legal resident of NebraskaBe a full-time student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in finance, accounting, economics, marketing or another banking-related majorHave achieved at least...
Awarded to Nebraska residents who have demonstrated high academic success and who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in finance, accounting, economics, marketing or another banking-related major.Do I qualify?To qualify, students must:Attend one of the Nebraska state or privately funded colleges or universities (excludes UNK, UNL and UNO)Bellevue UniversityChadron State CollegeCollege of St. MaryConcordia UniversityCreighton UniversityDoane UniversityHastings CollegeMidland UniversityNebraska Wesleyan UniversityPeru State CollegeUnion CollegeWayne State CollegeYork UniversityBe a legal resident of NebraskaBe a full-time student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in finance, accounting, economics, marketing or another banking-related majorHave achieved at least...
Sowers Club of Nebraska High School Seniors Scholarship
$1,000
The Sowers Club of Nebraska Foundation awards a limited number of scholarships annually to deserving High School applicants. Individuals must meet the following qualifications to be considered.Must be a U.S. citizen and a Resident of Nebraska.Must be planning to attend an institution of higher learning in Nebraska on a full-time basis.Any major of study.Must have at least a 3.0 High School GPA.Must submit a fully completed and typed application form, including:Requested personal informationHigh School Grade TranscriptsListing of HS Extracurricular Activities, Awards & RecognitionListing of Community Activities, Awards & RecognitionEmployment History of Summer and/or Part-time JobsStatement of Financial Need and Listing...
The Sowers Club of Nebraska Foundation awards a limited number of scholarships annually to deserving High School applicants. Individuals must meet the following qualifications to be considered.Must be a U.S. citizen and a Resident of Nebraska.Must be planning to attend an institution of higher learning in Nebraska on a full-time basis.Any major of study.Must have at least a 3.0 High School GPA.Must submit a fully completed and typed application form, including:Requested personal informationHigh School Grade TranscriptsListing of HS Extracurricular Activities, Awards & RecognitionListing of Community Activities, Awards & RecognitionEmployment History of Summer and/or Part-time JobsStatement of Financial Need and Listing...
Oxbow’s Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship
$1,000
We are passionate about fostering interest in companion animals at all stages of education. Oxbow Animal Health’s Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship is for Nebraska high school seniors planning to pursue an education and career in the companion animal industry.Are you interested in pursuing a career in the pet industry?Do you want to work in the field of animal health and nutrition?The companion animal (pet) industry is expanding rapidly all around the world. Career opportunities in animal health, animal nutrition, marketing, publishing, and pet food manufacturing are increasing every year.Oxbow’s Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship is for graduating high school...
We are passionate about fostering interest in companion animals at all stages of education. Oxbow Animal Health’s Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship is for Nebraska high school seniors planning to pursue an education and career in the companion animal industry.Are you interested in pursuing a career in the pet industry?Do you want to work in the field of animal health and nutrition?The companion animal (pet) industry is expanding rapidly all around the world. Career opportunities in animal health, animal nutrition, marketing, publishing, and pet food manufacturing are increasing every year.Oxbow’s Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship is for graduating high school...
Access College Early Scholarship
$1,000
Authorized by the Nebraska Legislature in 2007, the Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship Program pays tuition and mandatory fees for qualified, low-income high school students to enroll in college courses from Nebraska colleges or universities, either through dual-enrollment or early enrollment agreements with these institutions. High school students may apply for funding under this program by completing the ACE Student Application, which is reviewed by the Coordinating Commission for award consideration.To qualify for the scholarship the student must be enrolled in an eligible course being taken for a grade (courses taken as audit or as CR/NC are not eligible), and...
Authorized by the Nebraska Legislature in 2007, the Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship Program pays tuition and mandatory fees for qualified, low-income high school students to enroll in college courses from Nebraska colleges or universities, either through dual-enrollment or early enrollment agreements with these institutions. High school students may apply for funding under this program by completing the ACE Student Application, which is reviewed by the Coordinating Commission for award consideration.To qualify for the scholarship the student must be enrolled in an eligible course being taken for a grade (courses taken as audit or as CR/NC are not eligible), and...
Antonette Willa Skupa Turner Scholarship
$1,000
The purpose of the Antonette Willa Skupa Turner Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to graduates of Nebraska high schools who plan to enroll as English or history majors in accredited colleges or universities. Applicants must be high school seniors who are prospective first-year college students and plan to continue their education as English or history majors in accredited colleges or universities. Selection is based on intellectual promise, creativity and character of the applicant.The Antonette Willa Skupa Turner Scholarship is named after the granddaughter of John and Annie Sadilek Pavelka, prototypes for both Anton and Ántonia Shimerda in Cather's novel...
The purpose of the Antonette Willa Skupa Turner Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to graduates of Nebraska high schools who plan to enroll as English or history majors in accredited colleges or universities. Applicants must be high school seniors who are prospective first-year college students and plan to continue their education as English or history majors in accredited colleges or universities. Selection is based on intellectual promise, creativity and character of the applicant.The Antonette Willa Skupa Turner Scholarship is named after the granddaughter of John and Annie Sadilek Pavelka, prototypes for both Anton and Ántonia Shimerda in Cather's novel...
Larry E. Sitzman Youth in Nebraska Agriculture Scholarship
$1,000
Larry E. Sitzman learned patriotism, service to our country, and respect for our leaders from his parents. While in high school he heard John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” This address increased his desire to serve.Agriculture has been his passion. Throughout his life he has provided service in various forms and from different positions of leadership. Sitzman is known for sharing his voice defending perspectives and asking challenging questions. He served on many state and national agricultural boards before being named the Director of...
Larry E. Sitzman learned patriotism, service to our country, and respect for our leaders from his parents. While in high school he heard John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” This address increased his desire to serve.Agriculture has been his passion. Throughout his life he has provided service in various forms and from different positions of leadership. Sitzman is known for sharing his voice defending perspectives and asking challenging questions. He served on many state and national agricultural boards before being named the Director of...
Nebraska Elks Association Golf Scholarship
$999
Eligibility:A high school senior that resides within the jurisdictional boundaries of a Nebraska Lodge as indicated by the Grand Lodge.ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATIONSubmit one letter of recommendation from any of the following: Principal, clergy, teacher, local businessperson, or employer. Letters should describe your leadership and service to your community, school and/or service organizations as well as your ability to benefit from attending college with a scholarship. Up to three letters of recommendation will be accepted.Letter from your high school golf coach, college golf coach, personal golf coach, or equivalent verifying your intent to play golf in college and attesting to your...
Eligibility:A high school senior that resides within the jurisdictional boundaries of a Nebraska Lodge as indicated by the Grand Lodge.ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATIONSubmit one letter of recommendation from any of the following: Principal, clergy, teacher, local businessperson, or employer. Letters should describe your leadership and service to your community, school and/or service organizations as well as your ability to benefit from attending college with a scholarship. Up to three letters of recommendation will be accepted.Letter from your high school golf coach, college golf coach, personal golf coach, or equivalent verifying your intent to play golf in college and attesting to your...
Pre-Veterinary Scholarships
$500
The NVMA Centennial Scholarship Foundation, Inc. invites you to make application for its Pre-Veterinary Scholarships.Your application, completed forms, and all requested documents must be returned by online submission (the online form is at the bottom of this page).ANY APPLICANT FOR THE PRE-VETERINARY SCHOLARSHIPS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:Students having completed 3 semesters of pre-veterinary education and pursuing completion of the pre-professional program.Graduate of a Nebraska High School or State of Nebraska approved Home School Program.The applying student must have at least a 3.0 GPA.Method of SelectionCompleted online application form.Three recommendation forms from:A non-related faculty member or academic advisor;A veterinarian for...
The NVMA Centennial Scholarship Foundation, Inc. invites you to make application for its Pre-Veterinary Scholarships.Your application, completed forms, and all requested documents must be returned by online submission (the online form is at the bottom of this page).ANY APPLICANT FOR THE PRE-VETERINARY SCHOLARSHIPS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:Students having completed 3 semesters of pre-veterinary education and pursuing completion of the pre-professional program.Graduate of a Nebraska High School or State of Nebraska approved Home School Program.The applying student must have at least a 3.0 GPA.Method of SelectionCompleted online application form.Three recommendation forms from:A non-related faculty member or academic advisor;A veterinarian for...
