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February 2012 Scholarship List

Nebraska Agri-Women
 Eligibility:
1.  Plan on receiving an Agricultural related degree from either a College or a Technical Trade School in Nebraska
2.  Complete the first semester of schooling with a 'C' average or better to receive scholarship money.

Financial:  One -- $250
 Deadline:  April 1

Peru State College Music Scholarships
Clements Band Scholarship
Eligibility:
1.  High school graduate who meets Peru State College Admission requirements and has a CGPA of 2.5 and plan to participate in band
2.  Applicants must have participated in music during high school.
3.  Audition required -- Tuesday, March 20
Financial:  $2000 first place, $500 second place
Deadline:  March 9
Helen Naeve Douglas Music Scholarship
Eligibility:
1.  High school graduate who meets Peru State College Admission requirements and will be a first-time freshman music education major.
2.  Applicants must have participated in music during high school.
3.  Audition required
Financial:  $500
Deadline:  March 9

January 2012 Scholarship List

American Legion Scholarships
All applicants must be veteran connected. A student may apply for ONLY ONE (1) of the Department (State) Scholarships. Scholarship amounts vary.

  1. Averyl Elaine Kerikedes Memorial Scholarship:
     Eligibility: Female enrolled at UNL planning to teach middle school or junior high social studies.
         Deadline: March 2

  2. Nurse’s Gift Tuition Scholarship:
     Eligibility: Enroll in nursing program.
     Deadline: March 2

  3.  Ruby Lorraine Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship:
    Eligibility: High school senior or graduate that maintains a “B” or better average the last two semesters of school.  Scholarship excludes applicants enrolled in a school of nursing.
         Deadline: March 2

  4. Roberta Marie Stretch Scholarship:
                Eligibility: a. Accepted to a 4 year college. 
                                  b. Former Nebraska Girls State citizens will be given preference.
     Deadline: March 2

  5. Vocational Technical Scholarship:
                Eligibility: Plan to attend a vocational school.
     Deadline: March 2

  6. Ruby Paul Campaign Scholarship Fund
                Eligibility: High school senior or graduate that maintains a “B” or better average the last two semesters of school.
    Deadline: March 2

American Legion Spirit of Youth for Junior Members Scholarship
 American Legion National Presidents Scholarship
Eligibility:     
1.  A student must have a parent who is a veteran of the military.
2.  A student may submit only one application for a state scholarship and only  one application for a national scholarship.                                        
3.  A letter of recommendation from the local Unit is required.

Financial Data:  5 - 4 year scholarships
                          1 - 4 year for $1000 in each division
Deadline:  March 1

Samsung American Legion Scholarship
1.  Applicant must have participated in and completed American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Program
2.  Applicant must be a direct descendant or a legally adopted child of a US wartime veteran during the eligibility dates for The American Legion.

Scholarship amounts vary and are the result of interest income from a $5 million endowment fund by The Samsung Group.

Best Buy Scholarship
2012 Best Buy Scholarship Program–Students That Hit the Books & Help Their Communities
If you’re a 9-12 grade student who plans to attend post-secondary education, have solid grades and are involved in community service or work experience, you are encouraged to apply!
 Financial: Up to 1,200 students will each receive a $1,000 scholarship
 Deadline: February 15

2012 Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scott Mecham Student of Integrity Awards
Qualifications:
1.  Nebraska high School junior or senior
2.  Plan to continue education after high school
3.  Nominated by high school principal, guidance counselor, teacher or community leader
4.  Complete online application at http://nebraska.bbb.org/studentaward/

Financial: 6 -- $2000
Deadline:  March 9

The Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship for the 2012-13 School Year
Student Eligibility:
To be considered for a scholarship from The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation a student must:
  • Be a resident of the State of Nebraska
  • Be a graduating high school senior or an undergraduate student who has not already earned a bachelor's degree
  • Be attending or applying to a Nebraska state public school
    (For example - UNO, UNL, UNK, Chadron State, Peru State, Wayne State) or a two-year public college within Nebraska (For example – Southeast Community College, Metropolitan Community College, Northeast Community College)
  • Be in need of financial assistance in order to attend school
  • Have maintained at least a 2.5 GPA throughout high school
  • Have applied for federal financial aid and have already received back the Student Aid Report that contains your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). See Filing for FAFSA.
  • Apply NOW...log on to see details.

Deadline:  March 1

Capital City Footprinters
Eligibility:
1. Current high school senior
2. Intends to pursue a degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or Fire Science at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university in Nebraska.
3. Selection based on scholastic achievement, financial need, citizenship and leadership experience, career goals, recommendations, and presentation of application.
Financial data: $1000
 Deadline: March 1

The Conclave
Radio and Music Scholarships
Download guidelines and applications at www.radioscholarships.com or www.theconclave.com.
 Financial data:  Multiple scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors in 2012
Deadline:  Check website for all applications and deadlines

James M. Cox Foundation Scholarship
Cox Mission
Eligibility:
1.  2012 high school graduate
2.  Need based -- completed College Funding Estimator and results required
3.  Academic achievement
Financial:  $1000
Deadline:  April 13

Eastern Nebraska/Western Iowa Car Council Scholarship
 Eligibility:
1.  Plans to attend or is currently enrolled in an automotive technology program at an accredited trade school, community college, college or university.
2.  All high school graduates are eligible.

Financial:  up to 4 @ $300 each
 Deadline:  April 15

Home Builders Association of Lincoln
Eligibility:
1. Attend SCC-Milford or UNL
2. Major in one of the following construction related fields:
    a. Construction Management at UNL
    b. Building Construction, Electrical, Plumbing, etc. at Milford

Financial:
2 - $750 Home Builders Care Foundation Scholarships
2 - $750 Home Builders Care Foundation Scholarships from the Remodelers Council of Lincoln
1 - $1000 Presidents Scholarship (must be a relative of a Home Builders of Lincoln member.)
 Deadline: March 1

Lincoln Area Retired School Personnel (LARSP)
Eligibility:    Applicants must be a Lancaster County senior in the upper 25% of the class who plan to enroll in a Nebraska teacher education institution.

Financial Data: Four - $1,000 scholarships
 Deadline:  RECEIVED by March 11

LINCOLN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS 
The Lincoln Community Foundation has 50 scholarship funds available. Each scholarship is unique and supports students of a variety of backgrounds, educational levels and economic backgrounds. Review the requirements for each scholarship to determine the ones for which you are eligible. You may apply for multiple scholarships for which you must submit a separate application for each scholarship.

To start the process, search for scholarships that are applicable to you.

The deadline for LCF scholarship applications is March 15, 2012.        
 
 LCF scholarships for Norris students.   
William Ray Judah Scholarship
1.  Current graduating senior or past graduate of Norris
2.  Applicant must be accepted into accredited 2- or 4- year college/university.
3.  Demonstrate financial need (submit copy of FAFSA)
4.  Attach list of extra-curricular school activities and community involvement.
Financial:  $1000

Robert W. & Shirley T. Hadfield Scholarship
Graduating senior from either Norris or Lincoln High Schools.
Recipients chosen based on:
1.  Academic achievement (attach transcript)
2.  Participation in school and community activities (attach list)
3.  Applicant must attend a 2- or 4- year college or university in Nebraska.
Financial: $400

Lincoln Independent Business Association Scholarship (L.I.B.A.)
 Eligibility:
1.  High school senior
2.  Continue education at a two or four year Nebraska college.

 Financial Data: 8 - $500 scholarships
                             2 - $1,000 scholarships
                             1 - $4,000 scholarship (parents must be a LIBA member or employed by an organization that is a  member of LIBA.)
 Deadline: March 31

Nebraska Press Association Foundation
Eligibility:
1.  Preference given to students with a specific interest in news, editorial, photography, circulation, production, or advertising careers on weekly, semi-weekly, or daily newspapers.
2.  Selection based on scholastic ability and good citizenship in school and community.
Financial: up to TWO for $2000 each
Deadline: February 24

Constance K. Rife Scholarship...for female high school golfers
Applications online at www.simplygolf.us.com
Financial: $1000
Deadline:  February 13

Junior Saltdogs Scholarship
Eligibility:
1.  2012 graduating senior
2.  Applied to a 2 or 4-year accredited college or university
3.  Participated on Junior Saltdogs (formerly Lincoln Little League) teams for at least 2 years.
Financial data:  2 - $500 scholarship
Deadline:  April 30


December 2011 Scholarship List

Blue Valley Community Action (BVCA) Partnership Scholarship
 Eligibility: 
1. Applicant must attend a four-year college. 
2. Applicant must currently reside in one of the following BVCA service areas:  Butler, Fillmore, Gage, Jefferson, Polk, Saline, Seward, Thayer or York Counties  in Nebraska; Jewell or Smith Counties in Kansas. 
3. Applicant must not be a direct relative of the BVCA Management Team. 
4. Must submit three Letters of Recommendation from non-relatives.
Financial Data: Two - $500
Deadline: February I

 Blue Valley Community Action (BVCA) Partnership Vocational Scholarship
Eligibility: 
1. Applicant must attend a two-year college. 
2. Applicant must currently reside in one of the following BVCA service areas:  Butler, Fillmore, Gage, Jefferson, Polk, Saline, Seward, Thayer or York Counties  in Nebraska; Jewell or Smith Counties in Kansas. 
3. Applicant must not be a direct relative of the BVCA Management Team. 
4. Must submit three Letters of Recommendation from non-relatives.
Financial Data: Two--$500
Deadline: February I

 Board of Trustees Scholarship - Peru State, Wayne State, Chadron State
Eligibility:   
1.  Must apply to one of the above schools.
2.  Must score 25 or above on ACT or 1700 or above on the SAT.
3.  2011 high school graduate
4.  Provide at least one letter of recommendation from high school administrator or teacher.           Financial Data: Tuition Free ($15,400 in four years)
 Deadline: January 15, 2012

Central Community College Scholarships
If you are considering attending Central Community College at least half time during the 2012-13 school year, we strongly encourage you to complete our general scholarship application.
 The application link is provided below, one for the 2012 graduating high school seniors and the other for everyone else.
 Scholarship Application for 2012 High School Graduates
The deadline date for submitting your scholarship application to the campus financial aid office is March 1, 2012. 

Cosgrove Music Scholarship
Eligibility:
1.  Graduating senior planning to major in music, either vocal or instrumental, with an emphasis on performance or teaching.
Requirements:
1.  3 letters of recommendation
2.  Brief essay about music in student's life and how he/she hopes music fits their future
3.  Audition (arranged after all applications are received)
Financial data:  $400
 Deadline:  March 15, 2012

 Davis-Chambers Freshman Scholarship - Peru State, Wayne State, Chadron State --competitive/need based
 Provides up to $2,000 financial assistance to academically promising Nebraska high school graduates who have a 3.0 grade point average and meet additional requirements. 
DEADLINE:  February 1

 Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska
Eligibility:
1.  Current high school senior
2.  Scholastic application
3.  Participation and leadership in school, community activities
4.  Educational goals

Financial:  3 -- $1000
 Deadline:  March 1

 KFC
Eligibility:
1.  High school senior
2.  Minimum GPA of 2.75
3.  Enroll in public, in-state college or university
4.  Pursuing a bachelor's degree (may start at community college in academic transfer program)
5.  US citizen
6.  Demonstrate financial need

Complete application online at www.kfcscholars.org.  Available from December 1, 2011 through February 8, 2012.
Financial:  Awards are up to $20,000.

The Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship for the 2012-13 School Year
Student Eligibility:
To be considered for a scholarship from The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation a student must:
  • Be a resident of the State of Nebraska
  • Be a graduating high school senior or an undergraduate student who has not already earned a bachelor's degree
  • Be attending or applying to a Nebraska state public school
    (For example - UNO, UNL, UNK, Chadron State, Peru State, Wayne State) or a two-year public college within Nebraska (For example – Southeast Community College, Metropolitan Community College, Northeast Community College)
  • Be in need of financial assistance in order to attend school
  • Have maintained at least a 2.5 GPA throughout high school
  • Have applied for federal financial aid and have already received back the Student Aid Report that contains your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). See Filing for FAFSA.
  • Apply in January … But Start Now and Plan Ahead...log on to see details.
Deadline: March 1

UNO Music Scholarship
Visit the UNO website at http://www.unomaha.edu/music/pdfs/musicscholarships2012.pdf for details.
Deadlines:  Application March 1
                Audition March 15 -- see application for audition dates

November 2011 Scholarship Listing

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with their scholarship program for the 4th year.
 Application Process
 Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
 Full details are available on the website.

Financial: Up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. 
Deadline:  June 15, 2012

Merlyn Anderson Memorial 4-H Scholarship
 The Merlyn Anderson 4-H Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to 6-9 students and range in value from $750 to $2000.  The scholarships are available to all colleges, universities, technical schools, community colleges or trade schools for students in agricultural studies.  The scholarship funds will be paid to the school and can be used for all school related expenses including tuition, room and board, fees, and books.
Deadline:  March 15

BigSun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community.
Please visit our website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com/to learn how to apply.
Financial: $500.00
Deadline: June 22, 2012  

Burger King
Eligibility:
The BURGER KING® Scholars Program provides $1,000 scholarships to:
1. high school seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA,
2. who work part-time,
3. demonstrate financial need
4. and participate in community and/or extracurricular activities.

Obtain more information on the BURGER KING® Scholars Program and apply online by logging onto http://www.haveityourway.com/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html.

BURGER KING® Scholars application period opens November 15, 2011 - January 10, 2012.
Deadline:  January 10

ELKS Scholarships

NEW!!! MCQUILLAN MARAUDERS SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY:
1.  Any child or grandchild of an elected, appointed and installed officer of an active lodge in the state is eligible for this award. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.
2.  Applicants must be high school seniors and must take the SAT or ACT by December 31 of their senior year.
3.  This scholarship may be may be used at any of the following post high school
institutions: 4 year college, 2 year college, community college, beauty college, etc.

Financial: 1( one) $1,000 scholarship
 Deadline: February 1, 2012

Elks "Most Valuable Student" Scholarship
Eligibility:
Past award winners generally have been in the upper 5% of their class. Twenty percent of the award is based on financial need, thirty-five percent on leadership and forty-five percent on scholarship.

Financial Data:  See website for details at http://www.elks80.org/scholarships.php
 Deadline: December 2, 2011

Elks Association Vocational Scholarship Grant
Eligibility:
Must be planning to enroll in a trade school, technical school or community college. Transfer programs not considered.
Financial Data: Unknown
 Deadline:  January 6

Elks "Past Exalted Rulers" Scholarship
Eligibility:
Any graduating senior that shows financial need.
Financial Data: Two - $1000, $600, $400 scholarships
 Deadline: January 15

Elks "J.B. Ferguson Golf" Scholarship
Financial Data: $500
Deadline: January 15

Elks Vocational/Business Scholarships
Apply online
1. Glenn Tyrrel Memorial Scholarship (Applicants must be planning to enroll in a Nebraska Vocational/Trade School) - $725
2. Vic Meisinger Memorial Scholarship (Applicants must be planning to enroll in a Nebraska Vocational/Trade school - $775
3. Maude Hollingshead Memorial Scholarship (Applicants must be planning to enroll in a Nebraska Vocational/Trade school) - $725
4. Dan Holmstead Memorial Scholarship (Applicants must be planning to study for a career in business or business education.) - $750
 Deadline: January 31. 2012

Elks Teaching Scholarship
Apply online
1. Joanne Durst Memorial Scholarship for Elementary education. 1,000/year renewable.
2. Wesley Durst Scholarship for Science education. $1,000/year renewable.
 Deadline: January 31, 2012

Elks General Academic Scholarships
Guidelines

  • Jack M. Jensen Memorial Scholarship: No special requirements. There will be two (2) recipients for this scholarship; one male and one female winner. Each award will be for $775.

  • Rob Armagost Memorial Scholarship: $775. Applicant must have participated in CROSS COUNTRY OR TRACK for at least one year during their high school career.

  • Graydon Rathbun Memorial Scholarship: $1400. Applicant must be bilingual and planning to major in a language other than their native tongue.

  • Grace Metcalf Memorial Scholarship: $875. No Restrictions.

  • James Gray Memorial Scholarship: $675. No Restrictions.

  • BPO Does Drove #4 Scholarship: $900. No Restrictions.

  • PGER Vincent R. Collura Scholarship: $1,050. No Restrictions.

  • BPOE Lodge #80 Bowler’s Scholarship: $900. Applicant must have bowled competitively during league play during their senior year.

  • Harlan “Lee” Erisman Memorial Scholarship: $675. No Restrictions

     Deadline:  Jan. 31, 2012

    • Lincoln Elks Lodge #80 Legacy Scholarship
      Complete application online and print.
      Guidelines -- read guidelines for information on submitting application
    Eligibility:
    1. Any child or grandchild (or stepchild, step-grandchild) of a living members of the Lincoln Elks Lodge who has been active the past five years, or a deceased lodge member who had been an active member of Lincoln Elks Lodge #80 for at least ten consecutive years prior to his or her death.
    2. The applicant must be a high school graduate, or a high school senior who will graduate within 5 months from the date of the application.
    3. Applicants must be under the age of 25 by the date of the application.
    4. The resident must apply through the Lincoln Elks Lodge, regardless of where the applicant resides.
    5. Students may apply for more than one scholarship; however, they may win only one. In cases where the student qualifies for more than one, we will award the scholarship with the greater value.
    6. These awards may only be applied to accredited US American schools, colleges or universities.

    Financial Data: There will be a total of six awards, and each is a one-time award:
        The Paulding Smith Scholarship will award $2,000 to a male student.
        The Esther Smith Scholarship will award $2,000 to a female student.
        The Exalted Ruler’s Legacy Scholarship will award $1,000 to a male student.
        The Exalted Ruler’s Legacy Scholarship will award $1,000 to a female student.
         The Alex “Bud” Dietrich Memorial Scholarship will award $725 to a male or female student
         The Gerry Crouch Memorial Scholarship will award $650 to a male or female student

     Deadline: Jan. 31, 2012

    Governor's Opportunity Award - Peru State, Wayne State, Chadron State
    Eligibility:
    1.  Must apply to one of the above schools
    2.  Must score 21-24 on ACT or 1500-1650 on the SAT.
    3.  2012  high school graduate
    4.  Submit essay detailed in Section 1 C of the application.

    Financial data:  $7,700 in four years
    Deadline: December 1

    Hillcrest Country Club Presidential Foundation
    Eligibility:
    1.  Current high school senior
    2.  Current member and letter winner on high school golf, swim or tennis team
    Financial:  3 - $500
    Deadline:  March 1

    2012 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
         The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites US high school students to write an essay on an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1956.  For contest information, registration, and to submit your essay, visit the Profile in Courage Essay Contest at www.jfklibrary.org.
    Financial:  First place winner receives $10,000
                       Second place winner receives $1000
                        Up to five finalists receive $500 each
     Deadline for submission:  January 7, 2012

    Lincoln Independent Business Association Scholarship (L.I.B.A.)
     Eligibility:
    1.  High school senior
    2.  Continue education at a two or four year Nebraska college    .

     Financial Data: 8 - $500 scholarships
                                 2 - $1,000 scholarships
                                 1 - $4,000 scholarship (parents must be a LIBA member or employed by an organization that is a  member of LIBA.)
     Deadline: March 31

    Norma Ross Walter
    Application
    Purpose: To provide financial assistance to female graduates of Nebraska high schools who are or will be planning to enroll as English majors at accredited colleges or universities. (JOURNALISM IS NOT INCLUDED.)

    Eligibility: Applicants must be prospective first year college women students who have been or plan to be graduated from Nebraska high schools and who plan to continue their educations as English majors in accredited colleges or universities. Selection is based on intellectual promise, creativity and character of the applicant.

    Financial Data:  The Willa Cather Foundation is pleased to announce that the Norma Ross Walter Scholarship will now be awarded to three Nebraska high school women. This scholarship now offers $2,000 to a first place recipient; $1,000 to a second place recipient; and $500 to a third place recipient. The scholarship is not renewable.
    Deadline:  January 27, 2012

    NEOPA Scholarship
    Eligibility:
    1.  Completion of two or more business education courses (4 semesters) from among the following:  computer classes, keyboarding, typing, shorthand, accounting, office practices and procedures, and/or bookkeeping.
    2.  Graduation from a Nebraska high school or its equivalent, i.e. GED
     Visit the NEOPA website to learn more about the organization and to download more scholarship guidelines and applications.

    Financial data:  One -- $1000
    Deadline:  Postmarked by January 15

    NEBRASKA SOFTBALL FOUNDATION (NSF)
    Pat Schartz Scholarship Program
    NSF Scholarship Program
     1. Scholarships must be used in a post secondary or 4-year institution.
    2. Applicant must have been a member of the Nebraska ASA the past and/or current year as     a player, team manager, umpire or Nebraska ASA official.
    3. Must not have previously received a NSF Scholarship.
    4. Minimum grade point average equivalent of 3.0.
    5. Applicant must be at least a senior in high school.
     Financial: Pat Schartz Officials Scholarship 1- $1000
                   Nebraska Softball Foundation -- up to 16 - $1000
     Deadline: December 1

    Collegebound Nebraska
         NU's system (UNL, UNO, UNK) tuition assistance program.
    Nebraska students will be GUARANTEED gift aid from NU equal to, or greater than, the cost of tuition.
    Eligibility:
    1.  Complete FAFSA by April 1 and
    2.  Are found to be eligible for Federal Pell Grant

    Nebraska State College System Advantage program
         Nebraska State College System Advantage program guarantees first-time freshmen students who receive federal Pell Grants will pay no tuition at the Nebraska State Colleges (Chadron, Peru and Wayne State).
    Participants in the NSCS Advantage Program must be:

    • A Nebraska resident
    • A federal Pell Grant recipient
    • A new first-time freshman for the  year
    • Enrolled in at least 12 on-campus credit hours

    For information about the NSCS Advantage, go to the NSCS Web site at www.nscs.edu or visit Wayne State’s Web site at www.wsc.edu/advantage. 

    SCC Educational Foundation
    Eligibility:
    1. U.S. citizen
    2. High school senior. Preference given to students who rank in the top one-half of their class.
    3. Plan to enroll at SCC
    Only the online application will be accepted.

    Mail transcript to:
    Financial Aid Office
    ATTN: SCC Scholarship Committee
    Southeast Community College
     600 State Street
    Milford, NE 68405
    Transcripts must be received by

    Open Application Dates:
    December

    US Bank Internet Scholarship Program
    Eligibility:
    1.  A high school senior planning to enroll or a current college freshmen, sophomore or junior at an eligible four-year college or university participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Program;
    2.  Enrolled by September 2012;
    3.  A United States citizen or permanent resident alien.
    Apply online at http://www.usbank.com/student-lending/scholarship.html

    Financial:  $1000 scholarships randomly selected
    Deadline:  Applications accepted through March 31, 201    2

     

    October 2011 Scholarship List
    October/November Newsletter

    AXA Achievement Scholarship
    Eligibility:
    Students should be well rounded, determined to succeed and have demonstrated achievement – at a job, sport or extracurricular activity. Go to www.axa-achievement.com to learn more about all of the scholarship programs.
    Financial Data: - Scholarships of $25,000, $10,000 and $2,000     

    AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report  
     Learn more about the program.
    Apply     online by December 1, 2011.

    AXA Achievement
    Community Scholarship     
     Learn more about the progam.
    Program begins October 17, 2011.

    Collegebound Nebraska
         NU's system (UNL, UNO, UNK) tuition assistance program.
    Nebraska students will be GUARANTEED gift aid from NU equal to, or greater than, the cost of tuition.
    Eligibility:
    1.  Complete FAFSA by April 1 and
    2.  Are found to be eligible for Federal Pell Grant

    Nebraska State College System Advantage program
         Nebraska State College System Advantage program guarantees first-time freshmen students who receive federal Pell Grants will pay no tuition at the Nebraska State Colleges (Chadron, Peru and Wayne State).
    Participants in the NSCS Advantage Program must be:

    • A Nebraska resident
    • A federal Pell Grant recipient
    • A new first-time freshman for the 2012-13 year
    • Enrolled in at least 12 on-campus credit hours
      For information about the NSCS Advantage, go to the NSCS Web site at www.nscs.edu or visit Wayne State’s Web site at www.wsc.edu/advantage. 

    P.E.O. Star Scholarship
    Student Profile
    Student Activity Chart
     The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a highly competitive one-time $2,500 scholarship recognizing graduating high school senior women who demonstrate outstanding talent, leadership ability and academic achievement; and who plan to pursue full or part-time post-secondary educational opportunities in the United States or Canada beginning in the fall following their high school graduation.

    ELIGIBILITY
    A young woman is eligible for recommendation if she:

    1. is a graduating senior, age 20 or under by the application deadline of November 1.

    2. is in the final academic year (senior year) of her secondary education by application deadline.

    3. exhibits excellence in leadership, extracurricular activities, community service and potential for success.

    4. has a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

    5. is a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada.

    6. plans to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the U.S. or Canada, full or part-time, in the fall of the academic year following high school graduation.

    7. is recommended by the vote of a local chapter.
      Financial: $2500
      Deadline:  November 1 (submit to Mrs. O'Connor)
      NOTE:        The November 30 deadline on the application...all applications need to be reviewed and one application selection made before being sent on that date, thus the November 1 deadline for you.  THANKS!

    UNK Honors
    Admission to the Honors Program at UNK is by invitation only. Students are selected based on outstanding academic and creative accomplishments and a proven record of leadership. The minimum qualifications required for the Honors Program are:

    First-time freshmen must normally have a minimum ACT score of 26 or above, rank in the top 25% of their high school class, and complete one of the two provided essays.
    For more information and to apply visit http://www.unk.edu/honors/

    Application deadline for membership in the Honors Program and other scholarship eligibility is February 1.

    Omaha World Herald-Kearney Hub Scholarship Honors Program
    To be considered for the Omaha World-Herald/Kearney Hub Scholarship, first-time freshmen must receive the Regents Scholarship, show significant leadership in co-curricular activities, and complete a writing sample. Application deadline for the Omaha World-Herald/Kearney Hub Scholarship eligibility: .

    On-line application:  www.unk.edu/acad/honors/home.html

    Postmark deadline: November 15

    UNL Honors
    Admission to the University Honors Program is by application only. Application materials are linked to the University of Nebraska application available at: http://admissions.unl.edu/apply/. Recommendation forms in support of your application to be submitted by teachers or counselors are available here. You must complete the University of Nebraska application in order to access the Honors Program application.

    For first-year students*: Application received by: Notification by:
    Early notification deadline: November 15, 2011 December 23, 2011
    Final application deadline: March 1, 2012 April 1, 2012

    UNL Raikes
    Admission to the Jeffrey S. Raikes School is by application only. Application to the Raikes School also serves as application to the University Honors Program. Application materials are linked to the University of Nebraska application available at: http://admissions.unl.edu/apply/. You must complete the University of Nebraska application in order to access the Raikes School application.

    Deadline:  March1

    U.S. Army ROTC
         4-year College Scholarship
    Eligibility:
    1.  US citizen
    2.  At least 17 years old
    3.  Minimum GPA of 2.5, SAT score of 920 or ACT of 19
    Application and additional details at www.goarmy.com/rotc
    Financial:  Tuition and fees OR room and board, book allotment and monthly stipend
    Deadline:  January 10

    September 2011 Scholarship List
    October/November newsletter

    Access College Early Scholarship Application

    The Nebraska Legislature in LB192 (2007) authorized the Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship Program Act. High school students who are taking dual-enrollment or early enrollment classes from an approved Nebraska based college or university may apply for funding under this program by completing the ACE Student Application.
    Eligibility:     Documentation must be submitted with the application confirming the student or student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) have been approved to receive federal benefits (free and reduced lunch) or an extreme hardship.

    Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship
    Eligibility: Senior with emphasis on individual character, personal merit and background.
    To apply:  Access the online application at:  www.coca-colascholars.org
    Click on: Coca-Cola Four Year Award for Seniors.

    Financial Data: 50 - scholarships valued at $20,000 per year.
    200 - awards of $10,000 each.
    Deadline: October 31

    AES Engineers Scholarship
    Application Process:
    Students will submit an essay on one of the two topics that appear on the scholarship page of the web site:   http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

    Scholarships are intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.  You are     not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

    Amount of award: $500.00
     Deadline for entry: October 7, 2011
    The Christian Connector INC.
        Provides a FREE Christian college information service and $2500 Christian college scholarship drawing.  Log onto http://www.christianconnector.com/ to request information and automatically be entered in the scholarship drawing.

     Horatio Alger Scholarship
    The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society.

    The eligibility criteria to be considered for National Scholarships and Horatio Alger State Scholarship Programs are as follows:
    • enrollment full time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation in the Spring/Summer 2011, with plans to enter college no later than the fall following graduation;
    • a strong commitment to pursuing and completing a bachelor's degree at an accredited institution located in the United States
    • financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is preferred, if higher explanation must be provided);
    • involvement in co-curricular and community activities;
    • demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
    • a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
    • United States Citizenship.

    Visit the website at https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/index.cfm for scholarship application and details.

    Financial Data: Range in value from $2500-$20,000
    Deadline: October 30

    P.E.O. Star Scholarship
    Student Profile
    Student Activity Chart
     The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a highly competitive one-time $2,500 scholarship recognizing graduating high school senior women who demonstrate outstanding talent, leadership ability and academic achievement; and who plan to pursue full or part-time post-secondary educational opportunities in the United States or Canada beginning in the fall following their high school graduation.

    ELIGIBILITY
    A young woman is eligible for recommendation if she:

    1. is a graduating senior, age 20 or under by the application deadline of November 1.

    2. is in the final academic year (senior year) of her secondary education by application deadline.

    3. exhibits excellence in leadership, extracurricular activities, community service and potential for success.

    4. has a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

    5. is a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada.

    6. plans to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the U.S. or Canada, full or part-time, in the fall of the academic year following high school graduation.

    7. is recommended by the vote of a local chapter.
      Financial: $2500
      Deadline:  November 1 (submit to Mrs. O'Connor)
      NOTE:        The November 30 deadline on the application...all applications need to be reviewed and one application selection made before being sent on that date, thus the November 1 deadline for you.  THANKS!

    THE 2012 PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS
    Eligibility:
    Any young person who:
    is in grades 5-12 as of November 1,
    is a legal resident of any U.S. state or Washington, D.C.,
    has engaged in a volunteer activity that occurred at least partly during the 12 months prior to the date of application, and
    submits a completed application to a school principal or the head of an officially designated local organization by November 1

    Financial Information:  One high school student in each state will receive a $1,000 scholarship and an all-expense paid trip to Washington D.C.
    Deadline: November 1

    RHOP (Rural Health Opportunities Program) -- Chadron State/Wayne State
    Cooperative program between Chadron State and Wayne State and UNMC.  The purpose is to recruit and educate students from rural Nebraska who will return to practice in health care professions in rural areas.  All RHOP participants receive a waiver for 16 credits per semester for the years they attend Chadron or Wayne State.
    For more information and application go to:      www.csc.edu/mathsci/healthprofessions -- Chadron State
    www.wsc.edu/schools/nss/rhop -- Wayne State
         Deadline for application is December 1

     KHOP (Kearney Health Opportunities Program)
    Cooperative program between Kearney and UNMC.  Very similar to RHOP program.
    www.unk.edu/healthsciencescholarships/
    Deadline for application is November 15

    Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc. (S.A.E.) Scholarship
    Eligibility:      
    1. High school senior
    2. Intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science.
    3. Meet minimum requirements with regard to GPA, ACT scores as explained in the individual requirements of each scholarship.
    For full details, applications and FAQs, visit:     www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm

    Financial Data: Varies
    Deadline: University sponsored December 15
              Endowed through the SAE Foundation January 15

    SCC Educational Foundation
    Eligibility:
    1. U.S. citizen
    2. High school senior. Preference given to students who rank in the top one-half of their class.
    3. Plan to enroll at SCC
    Only the online application will be accepted.

    Mail transcript to:
    Financial Aid Office
    ATTN: SCC Scholarship Committee
    Southeast Community College
    600 State Street
    Milford, NE 68405
    Transcripts must be received by

    Open Application Dates:
    December 1, 201    1 -- February 22, 2012

    Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship
    The Wendy's High School Heisman 2011 application is now available. Any eligible high school student can register and begin the application process now. 
    Eligibility:
    1. limited exclusively to high school students who will be seniors during the 2011-2012 academic year.
    2. must have at least a "B" grade average and
    3. participate in at least one of the 27 school-sponsored sports listed in the Wendy's High School Heisman application.

    Deadline: The application submission deadline for students is 5:00 p.m., central time, on October 2, 2011.

     

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