Scholarship Opportunities

IF ANY OF THESE SCHOLARSHIP LINKS DO NOT WORK FOR YOU, PLEASE CONTACT MRS. BRADLEY. OUR DISTRICT BLOCKS SOME WEBSITES, BUT WE CAN GET THAT FIXED FOR SCHOLARSHIP PURPOSES.

Please note that the text for the opportunities below has been copy/pasted from their individual websites. It may no longer be accurate or up-to-date. Click on the individual websites for the most current information.

• Step One: Ask your teacher in person for a recommendation.
• Step Two: Complete the Brag Sheet below and give it to your teacher, this will help them write you a quality recommendation.
• Step Three: Add your teachers name in Maia Learning. Click the University tab on the left. Then click recommendations at the top. Enter your recommenders name and the deadline for the recommendation. Keep in mind you need to give them at least 5-10 working days.

Keep in mind after your teacher writes you a recommendation you will not be able to have a copy of your recommendation(s). These are confidential.

If you need a copy of your recommendation you will need to ask Mrs. Bradley in the Counseling Center. She will be happy to help you. If you have any questions see Mrs. Bradley.

DEADLINE TO ASK TEACHERS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS: January 17

If you need a copy of your transcripts sent to a school or you need a copy of your transcripts for a scholarship CLICK HERE. Questions email Mrs. Bradley.

If you have any questions about your scholarship application or need help with your scholarship application you can see Mrs. Bradley in the Counseling Center she will do her best to help you out.

The AKRS Jump Start Scholarship program is launching graduating high school seniors into rewarding careers throughout Nebraska and northern Kansas. Work with AKRS and receive up to 100% tuition reimbursement as you earn your college degree debt-free. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

WHAT IS SPONSORSHIP?

Sponsorship is both a recruiting and a training tool. A company "sponsors" one or more students by covering tuition, books, and/or fees, with the understanding that the student/employee will stay with the company for a specified period after completion of training. Employers get to develop and prepare their future workforce, and sponsored students/employees can obtain paid work experience while receiving hands-on classroom and lab instruction at MCC. To learn more about sponsorships through Metropolitan Community College click HERE.

All students - new and current - apply once per academic year through one application and will be considered for each eligible scholarship during every scholarship period. Scholarships may be awarded based on financial need, academic progress, program of study or a combination of these factors. CLICK HERE for more information and to apply.

Scholarships are awarded to female with North American citizenship and a passion for a career or advancement in the automotive, mobility and its related industries. While AWAF members and family members are encouraged to apply for scholarships, we encourage applicants who are not affiliated with the organization to also apply. To be eligible for a scholarship, applicants should be already accepted to or enrolled in an accredited collegiate program, with a 3.0 or higher GPA and a citizen within North America. We accept applications throughout the year.

AWAF reserves the right to modify its scholarship guidelines and eligibility requirements at any time, without notice to current or future applicants or recipients, and without liability.

For scholarship application and more information CLICK HERE.

Drake-Williams Steel is dedicated to helping youth in the Omaha/Council Bluffs Metro to attend to and succeed in higher education institutions. The purpose of the DWS Trades Scholarship program is to provide scholarships annually to high school seniors with the goal of pursuing a career in the steel industry. The recipient(s) will receive tuition funds to apply to a trade related degree [ex: Welding, Electro-mechanical Maintenance, Machining, Drafting] from a local community, or technical college, and an accompanying employment opportunity.

Criteria and eligibility:

1. Applicant must be enrolled at a high school in Nebraska or Iowa.

2. Applicant must be a graduating senior in the year of the award.

3. Applicant must have at least a 2.0 grade point average (“C” average.)

4. Applicant must demonstrate community and/or extra-curricular involvement.

5. Scholarship recipient must maintain at least Part-Time status of employment at DWS in good standing to continue receiving tuition scholarship funds.

6. Scholarship recipient must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in their community college coursework to be eligible for tuition fund sponsorship.

To apply complete the application below.

DO YOU DESIRE A CAREER IN HIGH-TECH MANUFACTURING OR BUSINESS BUT ARE UNSURE HOW TO GET STARTED?

Follow your interest and passion through hands-on-training at a sponsoring company in combination with aligned college classes. Earn a debt-free Associates Degree while learning industry-relevant skills and knowledge.

An ICATT Apprenticeship lays the foundation for a career in high demand industries.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY.

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA

Students must be residents of Nebraska and enrolled full-time in a college within the State of Nebraska or majoring in a Concrete Industry Management program from other colleges in the Midwest.

Applicants’ majors must be related to concrete materials or concrete construction. NC&AA Scholarships support both Associate and Bachelor degrees.

The NC&AA Scholarship Committee will review applications from qualified students and rank them based on their proven interest in advancing design and construction incorporating cast-in-place concrete.

For more information and to apply CLICK HERE.

Northeast Community College offers a variety of scholarships for students who plan to attend school at Northeast Community College. To find out which scholarships are available CLICK HERE.

Consider applying for Lozier’s Sponsorship for the Trades Program! While earning your associate degree from Metropolitan Community College’s Industrial and Commercial Trades Program, specializing in CNC and Tool and Die Technology (PMTAS) or Electrical/Mechanical
Maintenance Technology (EMAAS), you’ll gain hands-on experience working in your field of interest while taking the classes that will help you advance in your career. Once you graduate, you’ll earn a full-time position at Lozier, starting you on a path toward success, free of college loan debt.

CLICK HERE for more information.

The Johnny Baxter Carriage House Foundation is pleased to announce the continuation of its scholarship program for students interested in attending one of Nebraska's Community Colleges to study in an automotive related field. To apply see application below.

The Linda Armstrong & Charles Keppard Scholarship is for students planning to attend a trade/vocation school or community college in the Skilled Construction Trade. You must have at least a 2.5 GPA. See BELOW for the scholarship application. Deadline March 15

This scholarship is for students who will enroll in a HVAC program.

Be a legal Nebraska resident.

Have a financial need.

Be in good academic and social standing.

See application below.

This scholarship is accepting applications from graduating seniors, of Latino descent, attending a Metro Omaha area high school. You must be of Latino descent, have a financial need, and have a GPA between 2.3 and 3.5. To apply see application below. DEADLINE March 10

The Salvation Army D.J.’s Hero Awards Program is named in memory of D.J. Sokol, who lost his battle with cancer in 1999 at age 18. His parents, David and Peggy Sokol, established the program to honor the achievements of outstanding Nebraska high school seniors who overcome adversity and show outstanding leadership qualities in their communities. Every year, a new group of recipients is presented with $12,000 D.J.'s Hero Awards scholarships during the Hero Awards Luncheon, which is held in Omaha. More than two decades after the founding of the program, D.J.’s legacy lives on in the scholarship recipients—all of whom demonstrate his trademark resilience, kindness, and generosity.

If you would like to apply for this scholarship complete the essay questions below and return them to Mrs. Bradley by March 10.

Attention future teachers! The NPLF is awarding two, $1,000 scholarships to two high school seniors who are pursuing higher education to become a teacher in a Nebraska public school system.

Students with plans to attend college or university in Nebraska, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and those full-time, public school students whose school district is a member of the Nebraska Association of School Boards qualify to apply for the scholarship.

Please CLICK HERE for the application form.
Deadline to apply is March 14, 2025

Eligibility Requirements
1. Must attend a high school located in the United States.
2. All high school students eligible regardless of nationality.
3. Must be fluent in the English language.
4. Must be in the high school graduating class.
5. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.
6. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.
7. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
8. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
9. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2025 until September 1, 2025. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.
10. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all adult members of a household living under the same roof.
11. Applicants are not required to provide FAFSA information. Finalists must provide the FAFSA Summary showing the SAI.
12. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

The intended scholarship recipient is a high-achieving goal-driven student having substantial financial need.

CLICK HERE to apply

One scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior intending to attend a 4 year college. The amount of the scholarship is $1620. Applications will not be accepted after March 15, 2025.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Applicant must be a citizen of the United States and reside in Nebraska.
2. Applicant must be a high school senior planning to attend an accredited 4 year college or university.
3. Applicant must complete the application in it's entirety, including relevant personal information, essays, and bibliography.
4. Applicant agrees to write an original essay without the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

CLICK HERE to apply.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln CIAC Tradition of Excellence Scholarship this scholarship is for students who meet the admission requirements and be accepted to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction. Intend to declare a major in Construction Management or Construction Engineering. Have a 2.5 GPA. You must also demonstrate involvement in community or school organizations, clubs, or teams.

The AMF conducts scholarship programs to financially assist the undergraduate studies of eligible dependents of military personnel. AMF/CMSAF/AFSA scholarships are valued from $1,000 to $5,000 to students age 23 or younger attending an accredited academic institution.

Eligibility

• Unmarried child/adopted or stepchild of active duty, retired or veteran member of USAF, ANG or AFRC. No Officer dependents!
• Must be age 23 years or younger and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
• 12th-year high school student or full-time college undergraduate student
• Enrolled/accepted to an accredited college/university
• No membership requirements on the part of the applicant or sponsor
• Applicant must be dependent upon their parent or guardian for over 1/2 of his/her support

For more information and to apply CLICK HERE

The Shell Technical Scholarship and Shell Incentive Fund Scholarship have been created to provide financial and career assistance to graduating high school seniors who have expressed an interest in the energy industry and demonstrated an aptitude in mathematics and science.

In each program, Shell will sponsor up to 20 one-year awards of $2,500 for selected graduating high school seniors enrolling in engineering or geosciences at universities identified by Shell.

These scholarship programs support Shell’s objective of helping to ensure a qualified workforce in engineering and geosciences disciplines in future years. Workforce development is one of the highest priorities at Shell. Competition for talent is growing and Shell will be at the forefront in identifying young people with the skills to succeed by assisting with scholarships and providing exposure to career opportunities at the company.

For more information and to apply CLICK HERE.

This scholarship is for Nebraska high school seniors who plan on attending college. To apply you will need to submit a creative writing original work. No maximum word count restrictions. Submissions must take the form of one of the following genre: Poetry al all forms, including song lyrics. Works of fiction: short story, novella, novel, prologue, excerpt, etc. Plays and screenplays, or TV scripts. Speeches or other. To submit your application to alyssasandmeierscholarship@yahoo.com

This scholarship is for students who plan to continue their education and plan to major in nursing or pre-law. You must have a 2.5 GPA and above. CLICK HERE to apply.

Midland Community Foundation Sarpy County Bar Association Scholarship is open to students majoring in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, psychology or pre-law. CLICK HERE to apply.

MAC Foundation Scholarships is now open to Black, refugee, and immigrant students pursuing degrees in Accounting, Finance, Law, or STEM fields.

Award: $1,000

Application Deadline: March 31 of Each Year 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.

1. Must be a U.S Citizen and a Resident of Nebraska.
2. Must be planning to attend an institution of higher learning in Nebraska on a full-time basis.
3. Any major of study.
4. Must have at least a 3.0 High School GPA.
5. Must submit a fully completed and typed application form, including:
   • Requested personal information
   • High School Grade Transcripts
   • Listing of HS Extracurricular Activities, Awards & Recognition
   • Listing of Community Activities, Awards & Recognition
   • Employment History of Summer and/or Part-time Jobs
   • Statement of Financial Need and Listing of Other Scholarship Applications/Awards
   • Essay of Post-Education Career Plan
   • 3 or More Letters of Recommendation
   • Be Willing to Attend Our Disbursement Function and Dinner in December to Be Recognized by the Foundation
   • Submit a single PDF file of the completed application form and all attachments to scholarships@thesowersfoundation.org by March 31

High School Senior Scholarship Application Form

Please direct questions to scholarships@thesowersfoundation.org or call 402-438-2244

Pink Bandana College Scholarship is now open to Nebraska high school students who plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university the fall of 2025. Applicant must be a student who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or a student who has a parent or legal guardian that has been diagnosed with breast cancer in the last 5 year. DEADLINE: April 1

2025 Men's College Scholarship is open to outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in the fields of academics, extra-curricular school activities and community involvement. CLICK HERE to apply. Deadline April 1

The Davis Chambers Scholarship Program has been established to recognize academically promising students from diverse backgrounds. Awardees will receive up to $2,000.00 per academic year. You should apply for this scholarship if you meet their qualifications and plan to attend one of the Nebraska Community Colleges.

See below to apply.

This scholarship for available for students who will graduate from Papillion La Vista High School or Papillion La Vista South High school who can show a financial need, exemplary community service, active volunteerism and a 2.5 GPA. CLICK HERE to apply.

This scholarship is available to Papillion La Vista High School students who plan to continue their education in business and have a 3.0 GPA or higher. CLICK HERE to apply.

This scholarship is available to students who are graduating from the Papillion La Vista School District. To qualify you must have played in the Papillion Softball Organization and have a 2.5 GPA and above. CLICK HERE to apply.

This scholarship is for any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2022, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2022, is eligible to apply. For more information and to apply CLICK HERE.

Are you planning on attending Southeast Community College. You can apply for more than $2.5 million awarded annually with ONE application. If you would like to apply CLICK HERE.

Must be accepted at an accredited four-year institution.

Must be a legal resident of Nebraska

Must demonstrate financial need.

Must be in good academic and social standing.

Preference will be given to a student with personal knowledge of Mr. Stuehm.

See application below.

Greater Omaha Chapter Scholarship This scholarship is for students who plan to pursue classes related to aeronautical and astronautically engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, computer and computational sciences, computer engineering, cyber, electrical engineering, information sciences, information technology, mathematics, mechanical engineering, materials science, nuclear engineering, operations research, physics, software engineering, statistics and accounting, systems engineering, or engineering relating to IT, communications or electronics. Deadline April 15

Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship is open to individuals interested in embarking on a new career in select hard-to-fill positions at NDOT, while also offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Approved programs of study: Diesel Technology, Electronics Systems/Electrical Technology, Land Surveying, Drafting/Design Technology, Engineering, Information Technology. Deadline April 15

The purpose of the Leslie A. and Helen R. Wilson Memorial Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to residents of Webster County (Nebraska) who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year course of study in an agricultural or secondary education pursuit. Applicants must be a resident of Webster County and have attended a local high school, on schedule to graduate in the upper one-third the high school class, and an active participant in his or her church and community.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY CLICK HERE.

Take a few moments to fill out the Student View Scholarship and you can earn a $10,000 scholarship. This simply survey will take around 20 minutes to complete and once you have completed it you will be entered into a random drawing. CLICK HERE to apply. Deadline April 23

Each year there are 20 to 50 million tons of e-waste discarded in the world. E-waste contains toxic materials, including heavy metals, that can easily seep into the ground and ultimately get into groundwater supplies. According to the EPA, recycling e-waste allows more than 100 million pounds of materials to be reused annually. The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the impact of e-waste and what can be done to reduce e-waste.

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Deadline: April 30, 2025 to coincide with Earth Day

CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

Who Can Apply?

Eligible students for the Acker Warren Fresh Start Scholarship meet the following requirements:

• You participate in a youth mentorship program of some sort, including Big Brothers Big Sisters or similar organizations
• You are a freshman attending college this upcoming semester.
• You are currently or will be enrolled in an accredited college or university for Spring 2025.
• You are at least 17 years of age.

CLICK HERE for more information and to apply!

First Responders Children's Foundation Scholarship is open to biological, adopted or step-child of a police officer, firefighter, EMT, paramedic or 911 dispatcher. A 2/7 GPA is required and you must be pursuing a bachelor's, associates degree at any accredited college or university. Deadline: May 31

This scholarship may be used at 30 eligible colleges or university in Nebraska. You must be an Eagle Scout and a 2025 high school senior. You must plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university in Nebraska beginning the fall of 2025 and you must also be an Eagle Scout. To apply CLICK HERE.

EducationQuest offers a free scholarship resource for students. Their free database contains over 2,000 scholarship. Click HERE for more information.

The Nebraska Promise program covers undergraduate tuition at the University of Nebraska's four campuses (UNK, UNL, UNMC and UNO) and its two-year technical college (NCTA).

Tuition is covered for students who meet academic qualifications and have a family income of $65,000 or less (Adjusted Gross Income/AGI) or are Pell Grant-eligible. For more information and to apply visit HERE.

MSEP offers a discounted tuition rate with an average annual tuition savings of $7,000. The program is volunteer based with eight states and over 70 institutions in the Midwest choosing to participate. Current states in the MSEP are Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. For more information and to apply CLICK HERE.

The First Responder Pledge demonstrates the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s commitment to law enforcement officers, firefighters, firefighter-paramedics, and their dependents who are completing their undergraduate degrees by waiving a portion of tuition costs. The Nebraska First Responders Pledge waives in-state tuition for Nebraska first responders and their dependent children, after scholarships and grants are awarded.

CLICK HERE for more information.

This scholarship is for first generation students who can demonstrate financial need. Must have an interest and track record of participating in volunteer/service activities, and participation in student organizations and extracurricular activities. CLICK HERE to apply.

Bellevue University

Bellevue University Students in Nebraska have an amazing opportunity to receive up to $10,000 per academic year in specific programs. Learn more about the Nebraska Career Scholarship program and how to qualify today.

Academic scholarships and need-based aid comes in all forms and sizes. Chadron State College is here to help you pay for college by offering a variety of scholarships and tuition waivers. For a full list of scholarships available click HERE.

Cosmetology Scholarships

These scholarships are designed to support the next generation of beauty professionals.

PLHS has several teachers and one principal who have graduated from Doane University. They can put in an Alumni Referral for students who are planning to attend Doane University the fall of 2024. This referral will qualify you for a scholarship worth $4000. All you need to do is ask one of the following teacher to complete the Alumni Referal form.

Ms. Kanger

Mr. Ryan

Ms. Schroeder

You can send them this link:https://web.doane.edu/doane-alumni/alumni-referral-scholarship .

Please make sure you ask them in person FIRST!

All students - prospective and current - apply once per year through one application and will be considered for each eligible scholarship during every scholarship period. Scholarships may be awarded based on financial need, academic progress, program of study or a combination of these factors. For more information visit HERE.

Nebraska Methodist College assists students by providing the following types of scholarships:

• Upfront Merit Scholarships — based solely on previous academic performance.
• Academic and Leadership Scholarships — based on academic performance, leadership potential demonstrated by participation in activities outside the academic setting and service to the community (separate application required).
• Membership Scholarships — based on church, club or honor association membership, or relation to an NMC alumnus

For more information about all the scholarships Nebraska Methodist has to offer click HERE.

Every student who is admitted to Nebraska Wesleyan receives one renewable academic scholarship. Scholarships are based on the cumulative high school GPA provided at the time of admission and are not subject to subsequent review of transcripts submitted after admission. Full-time NWU undergraduate students receive an average of $25,000 a year in scholarships and grants––that’s $100,000 over four years. Our admission and financial aid counselors are ready to meet with you to customize your scholarship award.

Access NWU Scholarship Program for Pell-eligible Students

The Access NWU Scholarship Program will fully fund tuition through federal, state and NWU merit-based and need-based aid for first-time, first-year students who qualify for the federal Pell Grant. The program will serve most students whose family adjusted gross incomes are at or below $60,000. Learn more about the Access NWU Scholarship Program.

For more information visit HERE.

Southeast Community College, Walter Scott Jr. Career Pathway Scholarship

This scholarship is for students enrolling in a career pathway of study in construction, manufacturing, or transportation. Students must have a 2.0 GPA and plan to live on the Milford campus.

There are three main categories of Mizzou scholarships.

• Automatic
• Competitive
• General and departmental

For more information and to apply for their scholarships CLICK HERE.

You must be fully admitted to UNK to receive financial aid. Some scholarships only require you to be admitted to UNK, while others require a completed scholarship application. Scholarship awards will require a high school transcript. See details above. Remember to file the FAFSA to maximize your financial aid. For more information click HERE.

At Nebraska, a diverse range of scholarships are available for students with different academic backgrounds and life experiences. For more information to view what UNL has to offer visit HERE.

UNL Supplemental Scholarship Application: To maximize your consideration for departmental scholarships as well as leadership and service scholarships, we encourage you to submit the Supplemental Scholarship Application, which opens October 1 in MyRED for admitted students.

These scholarships are awarded based on a holistic review, meaning academic performance is only one of many aspects of consideration. Nebraska also reviews your resume of activities and open-ended responses within your supplemental Scholarship Application. The deadline for admitted first-year students to submit the supplemental Scholarship Application is February 1, 2025. Once you have submitted your application, you can return and update your information at any time prior to the deadline.

UNO has variety of scholarship that will be offered to first-year students to their school. In addition to using set criteria to award scholarships to incoming applicants UNO also use a holistic approach. For more information and details about their scholarships visit HERE.

The UNO Alumni Association awards $2,500/year scholarships to graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership and involvement during high school. In 2022, an additional scholarship was added in honor of Lee Denker, UNO Alumni Association Executive Director from 2006–2021. The scholarship may be renewed for up to four years total. To be considered, applicants must complete an online application and meet the following criteria:

• Graduating high school senior

• Minimum ACT composite score of 24

• Either rank in the top 25 percent of their class or have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.

For application instructions, visit the UNO Financial Aid website.

Wayne State College offers more than 200 types of scholarships. Complete the scholarship application process after you apply for admission and are accepted to WSC. Scholarships come in many different forms, many different sizes, and from many different places. Scholarships at Wayne State may be awarded for a single year or for multiple years. No matter which scholarship award you receive, we are focused on you and your academic achievements. Click HERE to see scholarships Wayne State offers.

The Papillion La Vista Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Students: Dr. Trent Steele, Director of Secondary Human Resources and Student Services, 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 537-6214 (trent.steele@plcschools.org). Employees and Others: Dr. Kati Settles, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources, 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 537-6206 (kati.settles@plcschools.org.org). Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the Office for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education (OCR), please contact OCR at One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street #320, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, (816) 268-0550 (voice), or (877) 521-2172 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.