Scholarship List

SEPTEMBER SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Hearst Foundation/U.S. Senate Youth Scholarship- 1 @ $2,000 (from the state of Nebraska) plus an expenses paid trip to Washington D.C., must hold or have held an elected office in high school (class officer or student council only), must complete a brief test on American and Nebraska Government as a junior or senior.  Deadline:  September

Wells Fargo Financial Services  provides college preparation material and College STEPS for high school students on their website.  You can sign up for electronic postups on various topics, such as college selection or scholarships.  In addition, seniors are eligible for one of 250, $1,000 college scholarships. Sign up by completing a short survey online.

Coca-Cola Scholarship Program- 50 @ $20,000, and 100 @ $4,000, based on character, achievement, leadership, extra curricular activities, motivation to serve and succeed, GPA of 3.0 or better.  May apply on-line by accessing website.  Deadline:  October

Horatio Alger Scholarship- 100 @ $2,500 x 4 years, GPA of 2.0, involved in extracurricular activities, strong desire to pursue and complete a higher education, show integrity, hard work, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, must earn a 4-year bachelor's degree (may start at a 2 year college).  Apply online. Deadline:  October

NO-ADdiction Scholarship Essay Contest - 20 @ $500, in 300 words, tell why you have chosen to stay away from drugs and alcohol and what you are personally doing to further prevention and awareness efforts within your school and community, all essays must be typed and double spaced.  Essay must be typed to an official application.  Deadline:  October

Outstanding Students of America- several at $1,000, GPA of at least 3.0, service to your community, school activities, and academic achievements.  Application can be accessed on website.  Deadline:  October

Propa pH Scholarship Contest- $500 to the best answer to the following topic:  "With all the knowledge you would gain from college, how can you see yourself making a change in the world?", one 500 word essay per person, submit to:
     Del Laboratories
     Propa pH Scholarship Contest
     178 Eab Plaza
     Uniondale, NY 11556-0178
or submit application via the website.  Deadline:  October

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards- 50 @ $1,000, and 10 @ $5,000, must be engaged in exemplary service to your community, essays on impact, inspiration, effort and personal growth from your volunteer service to your community or school.  Deadline:  October

US Bank Online Scholarship- 30 @ 1,000, 2 or 4 year college, selected by a random drawing for those who visit and apply on-line.  Deadline:  Applications accepted online from October - February.

Culinary Institute of America "Cream of the Crop" Scholarship- 5 @ $5,000, 5 @ $1,000, must major in the culinary arts or in the hospitality or food industry in college, must be in the top 10% of high school class.  Deadline:  November

Miss North Central Nebraska Scholarship Pageant-  must be between 17 and 24 years old, must compete in the pageant on November 1, at Keya Paha High School in Springview, Nebraska.  Call Connie Larrington at 402-497-2261 if interested in entering or you want to know all the details.

Nebraska Actuaries Club Scholarship- 1 @ $1,000, must be planning on majoring in a math or actuarial science related field at a Nebraska college, email Max J. Rudolph at max.rudolph@mutualofomaha.com for more information. Deadline:  November

Nebraska Softball Association- several @ $500, must attend a Nebraska college or university, must have played softball in past year, GPA 3.0, school and community activities.  Applications are available online or in the counselor's office.  Deadline:  November

Nomination to U.S. Service Academics- for top students attaining one of our other Service Academics, full tuition, books, and housing plus a living allowance. Deadline:  November

Peter Kiewit Distinguished Scholar Awards- several @ $6,500 x 4 years, must attend a public 4 year college or university in Nebraska, must rank in the top 10% of your class.  Deadline:  November

WSC and Chadron State College RHOP Scholarships- guaranteed admission into a professional health care programs at UNMC in the following areas:

Wayne State College - dental hygiene, dentistry, medicine, and pharmacy.
Chadron State College -  the same fields as WSC with the addition of physicians assistant, radiography, physical therapy, and medical technology.
Full tuition scholarship for three years to the Dentistry and Medicine (physician) programs.

GPA of 3.5, must present an ACT score, must submit application, essay, 3 letters of recommendation, service and leadership activities.  Deadline:  November

ROTC Scholarships- for upper level students (top 20% of your class) who are willing to serve as officers for a period of time in the armed forces upon graduating from college in exchange for full and other benefits.  There is a unique ROTC Scholarship for any student studying nursing.  ROTC is not offered at every college in Nebraska.  Deadline: November

Target All-Around Scholarship- 100 @ $10,000; 1,730 @ $1,000.  The $1,000 scholarships are awarded in communities served by Target stores.  You must have the local Target store location number on your application, GPA of 2.0, volunteer service and verification of those hours.  Applications available online, select "community giving."  Deadline: November

Union Bank and Trust Scholarships- 24 @ $500, top 1/3 of class or an ACT score of at least 20, must attend a post-secondary institution full time the following fall, completion of the online form.  Deadline:  Applications accepted November - March.

UNL Allen Dayton Nebraska Young Entrepreneur Contest- 1 @ $2,000, 1 @ $1,000, 1 @ $500, must attend UNL and enroll in Entrepreneurship 121, must be independent, action-oriented, creative, confident, and opportunity seeking the attributes of a successful entrepreneur.  Deadline:  November

UNL Honors Program- several @ a book stipend for 4 years, 3.5 GPA, ACT 25 or higher. Deadline:  November & March

UNL J.D. Edwards Honors- several @ full tuition, housing, books, renewable if academically successful, interest for technology and business, community involvement, strong communication skills, ACT 31 or higher, top 10% of class, GPA of 3.5.  Deadline:  November

US Bank Online Scholarship- 30 @ 1,000, 2 or 4 year college, selected by a random drawing for those who visit and apply on-line.  Deadline:  Applications accepted online from October - February.

Air Force ROTC Scholarships- several full tuition, book fees, living stipend of $250-$400 per month, academic components for the average recipient is as follows:  ACT 27, GPA 3.59, top 9% of class, 25% will major in electrical engineering or meteorology, 50% will major in other engineering or scientific/technical fields, the remaining 25% will major in other fields.  Apply online.  Deadline:  December

ASAP/Union Bank and Trust Scholarships- 20 @ $500, ACT 20, top 1/3 of class, must attend a Nebraska Post-Secondary Institution, printable application available November 1 on website.  Deadline:  December

Hamilton College in Lincoln, NE- 2 @ $5,000. Need to attend a scholarship testing day. Deadline:  December

Imation Computer Arts Scholarships- 25 @ $1,000 and a free trip to Minneapolis, must submit and original work of creative art on a 1.44 MB diskette and be accompanied by two hard copies, must also fill out our regular scholarship application.  Deadline:  December

Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers- 3 national scholarships @ $1,000 for 2 years, 3.5 GPA, ACT of 25 or more.  (Two of these are for females only.)  Deadline:  December

Nebraska Softball Foundation Scholarship- several @ $500, GPA 3.0, must have played softball in the past year, school and community activities. Application online.  Deadline:  December

Norma Ross Walter Scholarship- 1 @ $2,000 for 4 years, must major in English, GPA of 3.0 or better, must be a first year college bound woman.  Deadline:  December

STAATS- 10 @ $500, must be in FFA or 4-H and have exhibited at a County Fair for the past 4 years, GPA 2.5, school and community activities, essay on future goals.  Deadline:  December

Shopko - 100 @ $1,000, 3.5 GPA minimum, based on work experience, academic record, dedication to your community, answers to brief essay questions including an essay on unusual circumstances that have affected your achievement.  May access scholarship application on website. Deadline:  December

Student Challenge Awards Program- seeks students with demonstrated talent in the arts and humanities, and are interested in the sciences.  Students work with scientists, following the daily schedules and research plans for each site.  Visit website for more information.  Deadline:  December

Society of Automotive Engineering Scholarships- several @ varying amounts at several different colleges and universities, ACT of 21 or better, GPA of 3.5 or higher, must study engineering. Deadline:  December

Union Bank and Trust Scholarships- 24 @ $500, top 1/3 of class or an ACT score of at least 20, must attend a post-secondary institution full time the following fall, completion of the online form.  Deadline:  Applications accepted November - March.

UNK Honors/Omaha World Herald/Kearney Hub Scholarships- several @ full tuition and room and board, apply for UNK Honor's Program, ACT 28 or higher, top 10% of class, show significant leadership in co-curricular activities, complete an essay. Letters of reference, career interest.  Deadline:  December

U.S. Air Force ROTC Nursing Scholarships- full tuition, fees and books, $150 monthly living allowance, must be in top 40% of class, ACT of 24, must have good moral character, must serve 4 to 6 years on active duty as an Air Force officer.  Deadline:  December

U.S. Air Force ROTC Nursing Scholarships- full tuition, fees and books, $150 monthly living allowance, must have a 2.5 GPA and submit a personal statement of interest and reasons for pursuing a 4-year nursing degree, must serve 4 years as a medical officer in the Air Force.  Deadline:  December

US Bank Online Scholarship- 30 @ 1,000, 2 or 4 year college, selected by a random drawing for those who visit and apply on-line.  Deadline:  Applications accepted online from October - February.

Veterans' Tribute Scholarship- 1 @ $10,000, $5,000, and $3,000. Available to children and grandchildren, ages 16-18, of all U.S. military veterans, active duty, Reserves and National Guard.  Awards are given to entrants based on a point system based on their personal academic achievement, family VFW involvement and their parent's military service. Apply online. Questions can be sent to SWilson@vfw.org, or 816/968-1116.  Deadline:  December 31

WSC John G. Neidhart Scholars Program- 5 @ full tuition plus room and board plus special honors classes at WSC, two letters of recommendation, ACT of 25 or better, top 25% of class, 400- 500 word essay on a selected topic.  Deadline:  December

A reminder that all UNL, UNO, and UNK Regents (full tuition), President≠s or Chancellor≠s, Canfield, David, and any other academic scholarships from these three schools are due by January 15.  Minimum ACT to receive full tuition starts at 28 or 29.

AAL (Aid Association for Lutherans) Scholarships- many varying from full tuition to a few hundred dollars, must be a member of AAL or have insurance with AAL, must get applications from your local AAL representative. Deadline:  January

Chadron State College Academic Scholarship-  several at varying amounts, depending on the student's GPA and ACT scores.  Deadline: January

Creighton University- has a priority Academic Scholarships.  Deadline:  January

Elk's National Foundation "Most Valuable Student" Scholarships- 2 @ $60,000, 2 @ $40,000,  2 @ $20,000, 494 @ $4,000, GPA of 3.5, high school transcript, excellent leadership, ACT of 25 or better, 350 word statement of goals, 1 to 3 letters of recommendation, community service, and financial need.  Deadline:  January

FRED Scholarship- several @ $500 - $2,500, GPA of 3.5, ACT 24 or higher, school transcript, 1 letter of recommendation, activities, leadership and community involvement, statement of financial need, essay of 1,000 words or less must cover how living in a rural community has made you the person you are and why you chose the college you plan to attend and what your career goals are.  Deadline:  January

Hastings College Walter Scott Scholarships- 3 @ full tuition, 8 @ $8,000  per year, top alternates are eligible for the Trustee's Scholarship @ $6,800 per year or the President's Scholarship @ $6,300 per year, must be in top 20% of class,
ACT of 26, resume of school and community involvement, strong evidence of leadership, schedule an interview between October 1 and January 26 at the college.  Deadline:  January

Johnson and Whales Culinary Arts University of Denver National Recipe Scholarship-  full tuition scholarship and three partial scholarships in each category, plus a $1,000 scholarship for each state winner, must submit an original recipe and a color photo of your creation for a healthy family dinner or a healthy dessert.  Finalist will be chosen for a cook-off in Denver in March.  Deadline: January

Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship- awards of $300-$1,000, must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution, essay that describes the applicant's career, vocational, or academic goals, it is NOT necessary that the applicant be a member of Mensa.  Deadline:  December

National Peace Essay Contest Scholarship- several awarded each year (the largest amount awarded is $10,000; must be a high school senior, complete a 1,500 word essay on a topic related to peace, further details about the essay and how to write it are on the website.  Deadline: January

Nebraska Elks Association J.C. Ferguson Golf Scholarship- 1@ $500, must participate in high school golf and plan to participate in college golf, ACT scores, GPA of 3.0, 3 letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  January

Nebraska Elks Association Past Exalted Ruler's Scholarship- several @ $700, GPA 3.0, ACT score, activities and community involvement, 3 letters of recommendation, financial need.  Deadline:  January

Nebraska Elk's Past Exalted Ruler's Scholarship - 6 (3 boys, 3 girls) 2 @ $700, 2 @ $500, 2 @ $400, GPA 3.0, financial need, may attend a 2 year, 4 year college or any vocational, technical college.  Deadline:  January

Nebraska Elks Vocational Scholarship -6l @ varied amounts to $1,000, must attend a vocational, technical 1 or 2 year college in Nebraska, 200 word essay on accomplishments activities, and goals, 2 letters of recommendation, Deadline:  January

Nebraska Elks At Large Scholarship - $800, GPA of 3.5.  Must attend a one or two year technical or vocational college.  Based on extracurricular activities and financial need.  Deadline:  January

Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees Scholarships- several at full tuition at WSC, Chadron State, or Peru State, may only apply to one of these colleges for this scholarship, ACT of 25, GPA 3.0, 1 letter of recommendation, must attend college full-time the following fall.  Deadline:  January

Norma Ross Walter Scholarship - 1 @ $2,000 for 4 years, GPA of 3.0, open to female graduates of Nebraska high schools who plan to major in English (journalism not included).  Deadline:  January

Peter Kiewit Legacy Scholarship - 50 @ $7,500 x 4 years, top 20% of class, finacial need (must include the results from the College Estimator in your senior folder), ACT score, honors and awards, work history, extra curricular activities, attend college in Nebraska.  Deadline:  January

Peter Kiewit/Walter Scott Scholarships- several from $3,000 to $7,000 per year for four years if GPA of 3.2 is maintained, must attend the UNO's newly completed Peter Kiewit Institute of Information Science, Technology and Engineering.  (It is a branch of UNO.)  Deadline:  January

Peter Kiewit Foundation Distinguished Scholar Awards- 50 @ $5,000 renewable for four year, must be in top 10% of the class, must attend UNL, UNK, UNO, UNMC, Chadron State, or Peru State College.  Deadline:  January

Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship for Future Educators- 3 @ $1,000, must be a graduate of a Northeast Nebraska public high school, must plan to be a teacher, 500-750 word essay, GPA of 3.0 or higher, school and community activities, 2 letters of recommendation, high school transcript.  Deadline:  January

Union Bank and Trust Scholarships- 24 @ $500, top 1/3 of class or an ACT score of at least 20, must attend a post-secondary institution full time the following fall, completion of the online form.  Deadline:  Applications accepted November - March.

UNK Omaha World Herald/ Kearney Hub Scholarships and Honors Programs- several with room waiver, full tuition, fees, and books, ACT of 28 or above, top 10% of high school class, leadership and activities, written essay.  Deadline:  January.  (It is possible to be a part of UNK's Honor's Program without receiving a scholarship.  Requirements are ACT of 26, top 25%, written essay.)

UNL J.D. Education Honors Program in Computer Science and Management- full tuition, room and board, books, fees; GPA of 3.5, ACT of 30, must have applied for UNL Honor's programs, must major in computer science and business.  Deadline:  January

UNO Scholarships- several different types of scholarships available including the Regents Scholarships, Distinguished Scholarships, and Chancellor's Scholarships.  Check them all out and apply online. Deadline:  January

United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship- several @ $1,000, must enroll full time in college, reference letters, 100 to 300 word personal statement.  Deadline:  January

University of South Dakota Academic Scholarships- several full tuition and other varying amounts.  Deadline:  January

US Bank Online Scholarship- 30 @ 1,000, 2 or 4 year college, selected by a random drawing for those who visit and apply on-line.  Deadline:  Applications accepted online from October - February.

The following **scholarships are for students who plan to attend Northeast Community College next fall.  All of these scholarships must be returned to the counselor's office for a group mailing (refer to senior newsletter for deadline).

** Affiliated Foods-number and amounts of awards vary, must be a son or daughter of an Affiliated employee, GPA 2.0, shows financial need.

**Automotive Technology Advisory Committee-$225, must be a regularly enrolled, full time freshman student, must have a GPA of 2.5 or better, must actively pursue a course of study in automotive technology and exhibit a strong commitment to staying in the automotive technology field, financial need will be considered

** Bank First-1 @ $250, consideration shall be given to employees of Bank First and their children, show financial need

** Diane Bridge Memorial/Norfolk Community Theater Scholarship-1 @ $300, must major in theater.

** Dr. Robert and Helen Cox-1 @ $200, regularly enrolled student.

** Sid and Betty Cox-1 @ $250, students with at least a 3.0 GPA.

**Dale Electronics Scholarship-$700, must be a son or daughter of a Dale's employee, must show academic promise based on a strong GPA.

** Delayne and Betty Deitloff Scholarship-1 @ $300, must study in pre-professional mortuary science.

 **Eagle Scout Scholarship-1 @ $200, must be an Eagle Scout and have active scouting status, need and academic standing will be considered.

**Elkhorn Valley Bank Endowed Nursing-$375, must be an ADN or PN major, financial need will be considered.

**Emergency Medical Services-$200, must be pursuing a program in EMT Basic, intermediate or Technician Paramedic.

**Eleanor Fuhrman-$100, must be a regularly enrolled student at NECC and actively pursuing an NECC course of study.

**Donna Goossen RN/LPN Memorial-$200, must have a GPA of 3.0 or above, must show academic promise, must be enrolled full time in the Associate Degree Nursing or Practical Nursing program at Northeast.

** Home Builders Association of the Norfolk Area-awards vary, must be committed to being a full-time building construction student at Northeast.  Must have a goal of entering the building construction industry upon completion of education.  Financial need and scholastic ability will be considered.

**Nick Hupp Memorial-$200, must be enrolled at Northeast community College, must be seeking a two-year degree in music business, music education, or music performance, financial need will be considered.

**Mason-Krause-$125, regularly enrolled student with financial need.

**McIntosh Minority Scholarship Endowment-awards vary, separate application required, contact guidance counselor or NECC Financial Aid Office, for African-American, American Indian, or Hispanic students who show financial need and academic promise.

** Elmer and Eunice Mohl-1 @ $200, financial need will be considered.

** Elmer and Eunice Mohl Scholarship-1 @ $375, show financial need.

**Norfolk Area Rod and Custom-$300, Nebraska residents majoring in auto body or auto tech.

**Northeast Community College Board of Governor's Scholarship-1 @ 1/2 tuition for four semesters, must have a GPA of 3.0, must be a full time student, must graduate from Pierce High School.

**Northeast Nebraska Medical Association Alliance-$500, must be a full time student in the nursing program, must show scholastic ability, financial need is also considered.

**Peter Kiewit Scholarship-$1,000 multiple awards, these awards were offered the past four years but will not be confirmed for 2004-2005 until later this year, students must be enrolled full time in a vocational training program (NOT transfer program), must NOT have a bachelor's degree, must show documented financial need (FAFSA), must be a U.S. citizen and Nebraska resident, must have a valid high school diploma or GED, must successfully meet the NECC Financial Aid Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, recipients may apply a second year, but preference shall be given to students who have not previously received this award.

**Public Power Equipment Show-$500, renewable, must be committed to being a full-time utility line student at NECC in the fall of 2004, must show academic promise and show financial need.

**Lee D. Rawhouser Memorial Scholarship-1 @ $250, must be a full time student, GPA of 2.0 or better, good moral character, financial need is also considered

**Valmont-maximum of $2,000 per year, multiple forgivable loans, for NECC irrigation technology students who wish to complete internships and obtain employment with a Valley Pivot dealer following graduation, must be full-time and maintain a 2.5 GPA, separate application can be obtained from any Valley Pivot dealer.

**Wells Fargo-$125, regularly enrolled student with financial need.

WSC Leadership Scholarship- room and board at WSC, 2 letters of recommendation required, must have been very active in high school leadership and plan to continue that level of involvement at Wayne State College.  Deadline:  January

WSC Presidential Scholarship- several @ full tuition, ACT of 25 or better.  Deadline:  January

Wayne State College Art Scholarship- up to full tuition, must submit 5 to 10 art work pieces and 5 to 10 slides of art in any media, 2 letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  January

Wayne State College Carhart Scholarship- 1 @ $300, must be returned to the counselor≠s office.  Deadline:  January

WSC Cooperating Schools Scholarship- the number awarded varies from year to year, GPA of 3.0, must complete WSC scholarship application and return to the counselor's office  Deadline:  January

Ak-Sar-Ben College Scholarship Program- several @ $4,000 per year for 4 years, must be in top 1/3 of class, must show financial need, two letters of reference, 2 essay questions.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers- 1 @ $1,000 for 1 year, 1 @ $500 for 1 year, 3.0 GPA, ACT of 25 or more.  Deadline:  February

Best buy Scholarships -9 in Nebraska, 8 @ 2,000, 1 @ 1,000, solid academic record, GPA 3.5, exemplary community service, apply at best buy.com and 'click' on Community Relations to find the scholarship link.  Deadline:  February

Briar Cliff Richard Doyle Leadership Scholarship- several @ $1,000 for 4 years, leadership roles in school, church, or community that involve meaningful contribution to the effectiveness of that organization, 2 letters of recommendation, do not need to be present at Scholarship Day in February to apply.  Deadline:  February

Bruce Lee Scholarship - $5,000, 3.0 GPA, essay, bio, also based on Financial need, at least 16 years of age. Deadline:  February.

Caterpillar/Central Community College- 6@ $1,000, Must study in diesel tech. at Hastings campus, 3 letters of reference.  Deadline:  February

Central Community College/Nebraska Machinery Scholarship/Sponsorship Award- 6 @ full tuition, fees, tools, and books x 2 years (approx. value - $8,000), must study Diesel Technology at Hastings Campus of Central Community, must work for Nebraska Machinery Co. for a minimum of 2 years after completing the 2 year program, 2.5 GPA or higher, 3 letters of reference, asset test, brief essay questions on goals, strengths, abilities. Deadline:  February

College of Hair Design in Lincoln- several between $500 to $1,000, must enroll next year in one of this college≠s cosmetology programs, for more information on these scholarships, call 1-800-798-HAIR.

Creighton University Muchemore Forensics (speech & debate) Scholarship- 1 @ full tuition, participation in high school speech team, GPA of 3.0, must be willing to compete on Creighton's speech team as a college student.  Deadline:  February

Creighton University Christina Hixson Scholarship- 15 @ $4,500 x 3 years.  ACT 23, 250 word essay, must attend Creighton University, must major in business, preference given to students whose parents aren't college graduates.  Deadline:  February

Dakota Wesleyan University Scholarship- several awards are given up to full tuition, GPA 3.5, ACT 25, must attend the Scholarship Day in February to qualify.

Gates Millennium Scholarship- based on financial need, must be:  African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific or Hispanic American; be a citizen of the U.S., GPA of 3.0, demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities.  Deadline:  February

GPACA Scholarship- 3 @ $1,000, ACT 22-28, GPA 3.5, 500 word essay, must attend college in Nebraska, Kansas or Oklahoma. Deadline:  February 15, 2004.

Gus Swanson Memorial Communications Scholarship- 1@$500, must attend a Nebraska college, GPA 3.25, transcript, essay, must major in one of the following:  Advertising, Marketing, Communication Studies, Mass Communications (print or broadcast), Public Relations, Journalism or Graphic Design/Desktop Publishing.  More information in available online. Deadline:  February

Internal Medicine Associates Health Care Scholarship- 3 @ $1,000, GPA 3.0, ACT 24, outstanding achievement, must pursue a career in health care - nursing, dentistry, physical or occupational therapy, or radiology therapy.  Deadline:  must be received by donors by February

Joseph's College of Beauty Scholarships- several @ $2,000 and $2,500 for one year.  Deadline:  Spring.

Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Ike Friedman Student Leadership Award- several @ $500 of 4 years, 2 letters of recommendation, student essay on leadership, paragraph on accomplishments, extra ordinary leadership qualities, talent to make a meaningful differences and to inspire others, courage to act.  Deadline:  February

Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Leadership College Scholarship- 20 @ $10,000, top 50% of class, completed financial need estimator, assay 2 letters of reference, leadership work experiences, activities.  Deadline:  February

Midland College Anderson Leader Scholarship- competition in January and February, check college for exact dates and time.

Monsanto Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship- 100@ $1,500, GPA 3.0, must have family actively engaged in production agriculture, must have an ag-related major, leadership activities, work experience.  Deadline:  February

NAIFA (Nebraska Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors) Scholarship- 1 per association worth at least $250, preference given to candidates interested in courses of study such as education, business/management/finance, marketing/sales, or actuarial studies; preference given to those who attend a Nebraska university, college, or community college; above average GPA, demonstrate good character and leadership; turn in locally to Mr. Ron Kramer @ Kramer Insurance.  Deadline:  February

National FFA College and Vocational/ Technical Scholarship Program- 328 @ various amounts (all together they total over $1.5 million), for both 2 and 4 year programs to study agriculture or ag-related fields, must be an FFA member.  Deadline:  February

National Wild Turkey Federation Conservation Scholarship- 1 @ $250 from local Norfolk chapter, 1 @ $1,000 at Nebraska State level, 1 @ $5,000, must participate in hunting sports, be involved in school and community activities, leadership essay on student's dedication to conservation, 3 letters of recommendation, GPA of 3.0.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska Grain Sorghum Producers Scholarship- 1@$400, parents must be a member of the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Producers Association(NGSPA), membership is $60 annually.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska Life Underwriter NAIFA Foundation Scholarship- several @ $250, GPA of 3.0, good character, leadership skills, commitment to completing a postsecondary education, must major in education or business/management/finance/marketing/sales or acturial science, cannot be a child of an insurance association member.  Application only available on website. Deadline:  February

Nebraska Machinery Co. Scholarship Sponsorship Program- several @ full tuition, fees, books, and tools, must complete the 2 year program at Central Community College in Hastings and major in Diesel Technology Program, must work for Nebraska Machinery (which are found in Norfolk, Lincoln, Doniphan, Scottsbluff, Omaha & North Platte) for minimum of 2 years after graduation.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska Roping Horse Association Ray Warren/ Tom Forst Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ $500, top 25% of class, ACT of 26, 3 letters of recommendation, 750 word essay on interest in 4-H, agriculture, or a related field.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska Rural Community Schools Association Scholarship-6 @ an amount that varies from year to year, 1 female/1 male applicant per Nebraska high school, must enter a field of education, GPA 3.5, ACT of 22, 4 letters of recommendation, character, leadership, initiative, and school/community involvement.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska School Counseling Association/Wells Fargo Scholarship- 1 @ $500 for a Nebraska 2005 grad, must attend college in Nebraska, 500 word essay.  Deadline:  February

Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers- 1 @ $1,000 for 1 year, 2 @ $500 for 1 year, 3.5 GPA, ACT of 29 or more. 2 letters of recommendation, essay on career plans.  Deadline:  February

Northeast Association Insurance and Financial Advisors Scholarship- 1 @ $250, must have a 3.0 GPA, must study in one of these areas in college:  education, business/management/finance, marketing/sales or actuarial science, must attend a Nebraska college, must demonstrate good character and leadership.  Deadline:  must be received in February to the offices of Heritage Financial Services, LLC in Norfolk, NE.

Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)/Scholarship Program- several @ $1,000, for Asian/Pacific, Hispanic and African-American students. Must enroll in a two or four year program, funds are paid directly to the college.  Call the Ronald McDonald House in Sioux City at (712) 255-4084 for an application.  Deadline:  February

Sam Walton Community Scholarship-1@ $1,000, ACT 25 or higher, GPA 3.0, Community Service, Must get number from Wal-Mart store to complete applicaton.  Deadline:  February

South Dakota of Mines Academic Scholarship- several at full tuition, plus others of varying amounts.  Deadline:  February

Union Bank and Trust Scholarships- 24 @ $500, top 1/3 of class or an ACT score of at least 20, must attend a post-secondary institution full time the following fall, completion of the online form.  Deadline:  Applications accepted November - March.

UNK Academic Scholarships- several @ varying amounts depending on student's ACT scores and GPA.  Deadline:  February

UNK Activity Grant in Theater- several @ full tuition, must major in drama, must be actively involved in the production program when a UNK student

UNK Honor's Program- books paid for 4 years, participate in special honor's classes, ACT 26 or above, top 25% of class, letters of reference, complete essay.  Deadline:  submit by February 28.

UNL Teacher's College Incoming Freshman Scholarship- 50 @ $200 per year, must attend UNL and plan to teach, GPA, ACT scores, and activities are considered, brief essay on why you want to become a teacher, 1 letter of
recommendation.  Deadline:  February

UNO Academic Regents Scholarships- several @ full tuition x 4 years, ACT 29 or higher, top 25% of class, GPA of 3.0.  Deadline:  February

UNO Chancellor's Scholarships- several @ $1,500 x 4 years if a 3.0 college GPA is maintained, ACT of 26, GPA of 3.0.  Deadline:  February 1.

UNO Distinguished Scholarships- 5 @ full tuition, room & board, 3.5 GPA,  ACT of 26, top 10% of class.  Deadline:  February

UNO College of Business Scholarships- several @ varying amounts up to full tuition for 4 years, GPA 3.0 or higher, essay on leadership, extracurricular activities, 3 letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  February

UNO Goodrich Scholarship Program- full tuition for ten semesters, 3.5 GPA, ACT 25 or higher, must participated in some selected courses, must file and have FAFSA information, 2 letters of reference, transcript, take English Placement Exam.  Deadline:  February

US Bank Online Scholarship- 30 @ 1,000, 2 or 4 year college, selected by a random drawing for those who visit and apply on-line.  Deadline:  Applications accepted online from October - February.

USD Presidential/ Alumni Scholarship- 11 @ $2000 for 4 years, 2 letters of recommendation, interview and original project submitted, GPA of 3.75, ACT of 27 or higher  Deadline:  February 1.

WSC MARHOP- guaranteed admission into one of the following professional programs at Creighton University:  occupational therapy, pharmacy or physical therapy, 3 letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  February

Wal-Mart/Sam Walton Community Scholarship- 1 for each area store @ $1,000, GPA of 3.5, active in community, financial need, extra curricular involvement and work activities, copy of your parent's most recent income tax return, must be picked up at Wal-Mart store.  Deadline:  February

Wyoming Technical Institute Achievers Scholarship- 25 @ $2,000, must attend this technical school and take automotive technology.  Deadline:  late winter/ early spring.

Mt. Marty College Business Ethics Essay Scholarship- 1 @ New Compaq Computer, 1 @ $1,000, 1 @ $500, must be a high school senior who plans on attending Mt. Marty College, must complete a 600 to 1,000 word essay on the following topic, "Is it important for a corporate president to set a moral example for his/her employees?"  Deadline:  February

Mt. Marty Academic Scholarships- several @ varying significant amounts, minimum GPA of 3.2, ACT of 24, 200 word essay, letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  February

Mt. Marty Catholic Youth Leadership Awards- several @ $500, minimum GPA of 2.0, must be active in your church and plan to be active in campus ministry, 200 word essay, reference letter.  Deadline:  February

Mount Marty also has other talent- fine arts, music major, scholarships available.

Briar Cliff College Scholarship Competition Day for Presidential, Multicultural, and Departmental Scholarships- must submit application and be present, at Briar Cliff College Scholarship Day

Listed below are the criteria for these scholarships:

Departmental Scholarships- 1 @ $1,000 in each academic department except nursing (nursing offers ten 2 year scholarships at $1,000 each) and Fine Arts, 2 letters of recommendation from a high school teacher or counselor, GPA of 2.5, interview with member of department faculty on Scholarship Competition Day.

Presidential Scholarship- full tuition for 4 years if a 3.0 college GPA in maintained, ACT of 26, GPA of 3.5.

Multi-Cultural Scholarship- amounts vary, must be a member of a minority, GPA of 2.5, leadership activities.

AK-SAR-BEN Scholarship- 1 @ $1,000, must be able to demonstrate financial need by submitting a 2003-2004 Federal Student Aid Report (SAR) along with the application form.  Must be accepted for admission or enrolled at an eligible community college.  Must be a United States citizen who is a resident of Nebraska or western Iowa.  Must enroll as a full-time student (at least 12 credit hours).  Current high school students must attach a high school transcript.  Deadline:  March

All USA High School Academic Team Scholarships- 20 @ $2,500, GPA 3.5, ACT 25 or higher, school & community involvement, honors, award, internships, essay on your most outstanding intellectual endeavor.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary Averyl Elaine Keridades Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ a variable amount, must be a female, must attend UNL and plan to teach middle school social studies.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship- 1 @ $400, must be veteran connected (have a parent or grandparent who was a veteran), must study to be a LPN.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary National President's Scholarship 15 @ $2,500, $2,000, or $1,000; must be daughter or son of veterans who served in the Armed Forces, must have contributed 50 hours of volunteer service to school or community.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary Nurse's Gift Tuition Scholarship- 1 @ a variable amount, must study nursing.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary Roberta Marie Streich Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ $400, must attend a four year college, preference given to former Girl's Staters.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship- 1 @ a variable amount, must be the daughter, son, granddaughter, grandson, great-granddaughter or great-grandson of an American Legion or American Legion Auxiliary member who has held a Nebraska membership for two years, must have a 3.0 GPA, must have been a Nebraska resident for at least three years.  Deadline:  March

American Legion Auxiliary Vocational/Technical Scholarship- 1 @ $300, must be veteran connected (have a parent or grandparent who was a veteran), must major in vocational or technical program at a one or two year college.  Deadline:  March

Americorp Education Award- $4,725 college scholarship for 1,700 hours of works for the Americorps National Service in a period of nine months, while working in these U.S. Government sponsored program you will receive in addition to the scholarship award a living allowance, room and board, health care, and will learn skills from construction to tutoring to environmental conservation, first aid among others.  This is an excellent way to learn and earn even through you would need to defer college for one year.  It is something like the Peace Corps except that all the work is done in the USA.  A good way to gain experience and earn college money.  Deadline:  March

Association of Information Technology Professional Scholarships- several @ $1,000, open to students planning to enroll in a computer/information technology major in college, 2 letters of reference.  Deadline:  March

Colorado Institute of Art Scholarships- 2 @ full tuition for 2 years, 8 @ full tuition for 1 year, 250 goals essay, submit original art work or creation in the area in which you will study (graphic design, culinary arts, culinary management, web
site administration, interior design, computer animation, fashion design, multimedia, video production, photography, industrial design)  Deadline:  March

Creighton University Writing Department Scholarship- 2 @ $4,000, must major in English, must submit a portfolio of writing examples, poems, 2 short stories, a novel excerpt, one letter of recommendation. Deadline:  March

Donna Reed Performing Arts Scholarship- 1 @ $4,000, must major in acting, musical theater or vocal music. Application available online. Deadline:  March

Farm Credit Services of America Scholarship- 12 @ $2,000, must study at UNL in the college of Adriculture of the College of Business Administration, 1 to 2 page essay on your college and career plans, GPA of 3.0, must contact either Dr. Ron Hanson(College of Agriculture)at rhanson1@unl.edu or Michelle Jacobs (College of Business Administration)at mjacobs1@unl.edu to get an application.  Deadline:  March

GPacac Scholarships- 3 @ $1,000, a 500 word essay on what you will contribute to your college community, based primarily on the essay which is reviewed for creativity, content, grammar, academic portion will be used as a tie breaker.  Applications are available in the guidance office or online.  Deadline:  March

Husker Harvest Days Scholarships- 9 @ $600, must study in ag-related program, can be at a 2 or 4 year college, must have a B average, essay questions, resume of activities and work experience.  Deadline:  March

IBP-Tyson Scholarships- 8 @ $1,000, must be a child of an IBP employee, must be accepted to a 2 or 4 year college, top 50% of class, 1 letter of recommendation, essay on career goals and education plans, worthiness to receive the scholarship.  Deadline:  March

Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Community College Scholarship-10 @ $1,000, leadership potential, academic achievement, desire to earn a degree, financial need, essay, 2 letters of reference, SAR report.  Deadline:  March

Lincoln Community Foundation Scholarships- several different ones, check online to see if you qualify. Deadline:  March

Loewentein Scholarship- 2 @ $1,000, must have been active in 4-H or agriculture education, awards and high school achievement, must attend UNL and enroll in some program in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.  Deadline:  March

George W. Loomis MS Health Career Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must have a GPA of 3.0, ACT of 25, must intend to study in a health profession, guidance counselor report and recommendation.  Deadline:  March

Maynard Jensen American Legion Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must be son/daughter, grandchildren members of the Nebraska American Legion, or an deceased veteran, brief essay on your chosen career, financial need, academic achievement, extra curricular activities, GPA 3.0.  Deadline:  March

NFIB Free Enterprise Scholars Award- 100 @ $1,000, must complete a 500 word essay on the importance of free enterprise, must meet or exceed recommended academic standards, using ACT test scores, class rank and GPA.  Deadline:  March 31

Nebraska Academy of Sciences Loren Eiseley Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ $500, 800 word essay on Eiseley's message of compassion for all organisms and humanity's place in the universe, 2 letters of recommendation, scholastic achievements, list two essays of Eiseley's you have read (see your librarian if you need to read them yet), copy of college acceptance letter.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska Actuary Club Scholarship- 3 @ $1,000, must study actuarial science or a math related field, ACT score, transcript, 1 letter of recommendation. Deadline:  March

Nebraska Legal Professionals Association Scholarship- 1 @ $1,000, ! @ $500, GPA 2.5, must study paralegal, legal secretary, business, criminal justice, psychology or a law-related program, goal statement, high school transcript. Deadline:  March

~National President's Scholarship- 5 @ $2,500 and 5 @ $2,000, must have 50 hours while in high school to the community verified by a representative of a community organization, GPA of 3.5, character, leadership, and Americanism are considered, 1,000 word essay, letters of reference.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska Aviation Grant for Art Majors- 1 @ $500, GPA of 3.0, leadership, scholastic achievement, 400 word essay.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska Council of Private Post-Secondary Career Schools Scholarships- several full or partial scholarships available (a total of $90,000 will be awarded this year) at the following schools:  Bahner College of Hairstyling, Grand Island College, UTI, Omaha College of Health Careers, and Nebraska College of Business.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska Legal Professionals Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must study paralegal, legal secretary, pre-law, criminal justice or a major leading to an eventual law degree, GPA 2.5, neatly completed application, community activities, work experience.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska Motor Carriers Association Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must study diesel technology, 3 letters of reference, copy of parent's 2000 1040 tax form must accompany the application.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers Scholarship- 2 @ $1,000, 1 @ $500, GPA of 3.0 or higher, ACT of 25 or higher, must study engineering at an accredited university, letters of recommendation, essay.  Deadline:  March

Nebraska State Volunteer Fire Association Auxiliary Scholarship- 2 @ $250, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, letter of acceptance from college, 100 word essay "What are your college goals?"  Deadline:  Received by March

Northeast Nebraska Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Scholarship- 1 @ $250, GPA of 3.0, must study in education, business, management, finance, marketing, sales, or actuarial science, must attend a college in Nebraska, demonstrate good character, leadership.  Deadline:  Mail to scholarship donor in Norfolk by March

Nucor and Vulcraft Scholarships- all seniors who have parents working in either Vulcraft or Nucor Steel must have your parents pick up your applications. The applications then need to be turned back into the company's scholarship director by March

Omaha Archdiocesan Council Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must be a female and Catholic, recommendation from parish priest, essay on future goals, education, and goals as a Catholic woman, 3.0 GPA.  Deadline:  March

Rehabilitation Association of Nebraska Scholarship- 1 @ $500, given to students with disabilities who plan to enter a career in rehabilitation (physical therapy, occupational therapy, special education), one letter of recommendation, transcript. Deadline:  March

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship- 40 @ $1,500 x 4 years if good college grades are maintained, GPA 3.5, ACT of 30, apply online.  Deadline:  March

SAMMY got milk? Scholarship- 25 @ $7,500, must be an outstanding scholar/athlete, leadership, community service and "milk experience" are also considered, must nominate yourself on-line. Deadline:  March

Southeast Community College Educational Foundation Scholarships- several @ $500, GPA of 3.0, activities, letter of recommendation.  Applications available in the guidance office or on the website.  Deadline:  March

Southeast Community College President's Scholarships- several at $500 per quarter until degree is completed at SECC, GPA of 3.0, positive citizenship and leadership skills.  Deadline:  March

Sunmart Great Start Scholarship- 25 @ $2,000 and 25 @ $1,000, may be used at a 2 or 4 year college, must live in Nebraska, GPA 3.0, letters of recommendation, work experience, activities, awards, honors, goals, unusual noteworthy circumstances.  Deadline:  March

Union Bank and Trust Scholarships- 24 @ $500, top 1/3 of class or an ACT score of at least 20, must attend a post-secondary institution full time the following fall, completion of the online form.  Deadline:  Applications accepted November - March.

UNK Special Activity Grant for Art Majors- several @ $1,000 tuition waiver ($500 a semester), must submit 7 original works of art and if desired, 9 additional slides of original work, specific requirements of size are listed on the applications.  Deadline:  March

UNL Alpha Gamma Nu Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must attend UNL and be a male, 3.5 GPA, outstanding Academic Achievement, high moral character, career goals, interests and hobbies, honors, awards, school and community activities. Deadline:  March

UNL Eastman Scholarships in Mathematics- 5 @ $4,000 (4 years), must be enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences with a major in math or statistics, ACT 25 or higher, must have a 3.5 GPA; 2 letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  March

UNL College of Business and Technology Freshman Scholarships- several @ $200, must have a GPA of 3.0, major in business administration, airway science or aircraft systems management, human development or consumer science major.  Deadline:  March

UNL Department of Theater Arts Scholarships - Several from $500-$2,000, must audition on or before March 13 at the Temple Building or another approved date prior to that.

UNL Early Childhood Education Scholarships - 8 @ $1,000, must major in early childhood education (birth to grade 3), 2 letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, awards and honors, GPA of 3.0.  Deadline:  March

UNL Geosciences Scholarships- Several partial tuition, motivated learner, strong academic record, ACT scores, short essay, must major in geology or an earth science-meteorology, climatology.  Deadline:  March

UNL Honors Program- several @ a book stipend for 4 years, 3.5 GPA, ACT 25 or higher. Deadline:  March

UNL Mortar Board Scholarship- 1 @ $250, 3.5 GPA, attend UNL, based on scholarship, leadership, service, must contribute time and service to college when they attend there.  Deadline:  March

UNL Pi Sigma Alpha National Political Honor Society Essay Scholarship- 1 @ $ 500, 1 @ $300, 1 @ $200, must attend UNL, must enroll in a political class in the fall (history, government- almost all college students have to take at least 1 class like this), 1 to 3 page essay on "Voter turnout in the USA tends to be lower than on other democratic countries.  Is this a problem?  Explain your answer. Would the Framers of the Constitution agree with you?  Why or Why not?" Essays must be double spaced and typed, quality of your answer is more important than quantity.  Deadline: March

UNL Visual Arts Scholarships - 3 @ $1,000, must major in art or art history, letters of recommendation from the art teacher or high school counselor, high school transcript.  Deadline:  March

UNO Chancellor's Scholarship- several @ $2,500 for 4 years, ACT 26-28, GPA 3.0 or higher.  Deadline:  March

UNO College of Fine Arts Music Scholarship- several @ varying amounts, some for music majors, others for students wanting to participate in band, chorus, or orchestra, 2 letters of recommendation, one from a band or choir instructor.  Deadline:  March

USA Funds to Access to Education Scholarship- several @ $1,500 x 4 years, financial need, work experience, activities, awards and honors, goals and aspirations, GPA 3.0.  Deadline:  March

USD Leadership Scholarship- a substantial scholarship (around $1,000), amounts may vary from year to year, must actively participate in several extra curricular activities.  Deadline:  March

Ak-Sar-Ben Community College Scholarship- 12 @ $1,000, must submit a FAFSA form to the community college you plan to attend (Southeast Community College in Milford is a community college) 2 essay questions on yourself and your goals, 2 letters of reference, must be a good student, must maintain a 2.5 GPA in college, your complete application packet must be mailed to the Office of Financial Aid of the community college that you plan to attend.  Deadline:  April

Ayn Road Essay Scholarship Contest- 1 @ $10,000, 5 @ $2,000, and 10 @ $1,000, must read or have read the novel, The Fountainhead, then write an essay, selecting one of the three topics given on the scholarship application. Deadline:  April

Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology High School Scholarship- 10 @ $1,000, GPA of 2.7, essay on purpose for pursuing this career field (vet tech), responsible and good at working with others.  Deadline:  April

Carriage House Foundation Scholarship- 6 @ $1,000, must attend a Nebraska Community College, study an automotive field, 1 letter of recommendation, school transcript, cover letter and career goals.  Deadline:  April

Chet Lindner Memorial Scholarship - 2 @ $500, ACT scores, GPA of 3.0, brief essays on educational goals and plans, school and community activities, leadership, one of the scholarships must be awarded to a senior attending a Nebraska college.  Deadline: April

Faith Regional Health Volunteer Services Scholarship- 2 @ $1,200, must be accepted into nursing or pre-nursing program, essay on your reasons for choosing a nursing career, GPA of 3.0.  Deadline:  April

Farmhouse Fraternity Scholarship- 3 @ $200, 3.5 GPA, must attend UNL, may be male or female, a letter of recommendation, scholarship and academics, leadership and activities.  Deadline:  April

Friend's of the Library Scholarship- several @ $100, need to be able to show that they have volunteered at the public library, high school achievements, community activities and achievements,l future plans and one letter of recommendation.  Deadline:  April

Lueshen Birder's Scholarship - 2 @ $200, must have a 3.0 GPA, must study in a biological field with an emphasis on wildlife and environmental conservation, school and community activities, one letter of recommendation.  Deadline:  April

David Keen Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ $300, must be a person who exemplifies a good citizen, must be male and attend UNK in the fall, apply for this scholarship online. Deadline:  April

Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska Foundation Scholarships - 2 @ $500, must attend college in Nebraaska, school and community activities, short essays, GPA 3.0.  Deadline:  April.

Kayton International, INC Sponsorship Program - 3 @ tuition, tools, and books up to $8,000, must study in a two year program at a community college in Diesel Technology, GPA 2.5 in high school and in the college program when started, must work for Kayton International for 3 years after graduation.  Deadline:  April.

NO-ADdiction Campaign Scholarship- 10 @ $1,000, a 300-word essay explaining why you have chosen to stay away from drugs and alcohol. and what you are personally doing for further prevention efforts within your school and community.  Deadline:  April

Nebraska Coaches Association Scholarships- 8 @ $500, ACT of 24, top 25% of class, lettered in 2 varsity sports, participated for 2 years, in 2 sports, letter of recommendation from high school coach.  Deadline:  April

Nebraska Cooperative Council Education Foundation Scholarship- in honor of Michael S. Turner, 3 @ $600-$800 for students entering an agriculture field at UNL, Chadron State, or Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture; will be awarded to sons/daughters of a parent/legal guardian who has been an active member, director, or employee for at the prior 3 years of a cooperative.  Deadline:  April

Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Scholarships- 3 @ $100, must have excellent high school record in academics and activities, must be male, must attend UNL and plan to be a fraternity member.  Deadline: April

President's Students Service Challenge Scholarship- 1 @ $1,000, no minimum GPA, must contribute 100 hours of volunteer/learning service to the school and community in a twelve month period.  Deadline:  April

Sallie Mae Parent Answer Scholarship Program- 20 @ $1,000, sweepstakes open to all U.S residents who are parents of undergraduate college students. Apply online between April 10-July 15.

Schering/Key "Will to Win" Asthma Athlete Scholarship- 6@ $5,500, 4 @ $12,500, 1 @ $20,000, must be a high school athlete with asthma who has continued to compete, up to 3 letters of recommendation, essay, list of accomplishments, GPA of 3.0 or higher.  Deadline:  April

Steve F. Wemhoff Memorial Scholarship- 1@ $500, senior from a Northeast Nebraska high school, 3.0 GPA, leadership, financial need may be considered, 3.0 GPA, essay on academic and leadership achievement.  Deadline:  April

Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc. Scholarship- 8 @ $1,000, must be the child or step-child of a Tyson employee, top 50% of class, activities, academic record and personal essay. Deadline:  April

UNK Delta Tau Delta Scholarship- 1 @ $100, must be male, must attend UNK, GPA of 3.0, must have achieved academic and community excellence, 2 letters of recommendation, essay.  Deadline:  April

UNL Alpha Gamma Sigma Leadership Award- 1 @ $500, GPA 3.5, must be male, must excel in academics and leadership and service, "great character and moral standards."  Deadline:  April

UNL Acacia Fraternity Scholarship- 1 @ $500, 2 @ $100, must be male, must attend UNL, based on scholarship and leadership, GPA of 3.5.  Deadline:  April

USA Funds Scholarship- several @ $1,500 x 4 years, several for part-time students @ $750.  Must show financial need (total family income of $35,000 a year or less), GPA 2.5, activities, work experience, goals.  Deadline:  April.  Also available to download at www.usafunds.org.

The ~ scholarships below are all sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary.  You must be Veteran communicated to apply for them.  That means your father, mother, or grandmother, grandfather, must have served in the Armed Forces.

~Averyl Elaine Keriakedes Memorial Scholarship- amount varies yearly, must attend UNL, be female, and plan to major in social studies education.

~National President's Scholarship-5@ $2,500 and 5@ $2,000, must have 50 hours while in high school to the community verified by a representative of a community organization, GPA of 3.5, character, leadership, and Americanism are considered, 1,000 word essay, letters of reference.  Deadline:  March 1.

~Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship- 1 @ $400, letter of reference.  Deadline: March

~Nurse's Gift Tuition Scholarship- amount varies every year, reference letter, must study to become a registered nurse.  Deadline: March

~Roberta Stretch Memorial Scholarship- 1 @ $300, reference letters, preference given to Nebraska's Girl's Staters or alternates.  Deadline:  March

~Ruby Paul Campaign Scholarship- amount varies every year, GPA of 3.0, reference letter, must have a father, mother, grandfather, grandmother, or great-grandparents who is and has been a member of the American Legion or American Legion Auxiliary for the past 2 years.  Deadline:  March

~Vocational/ Technical Scholarship- 1 @ $300, must enroll in a 1 or 2 year program at a post-secondary college, letters of reference required.  Deadline:  March

Acacia Leadership Scholarship- 8 @ $500, 1 @ 250, must attend UNL or Iowa State University, must be a male student, GPA 3.5, outstanding in academics, extra curricular activities, community involvement, essay, 2 letters of recommendation.  Deadline:  May

Alpha Gamma Nu Scholarship- several @ $500, must be male and attend UNL, based on outstanding academic achievement, leadership and community involvement.  Deadline:  May

The American Legion Oratorical Contest- district winner $100, state winner $1,500, national winner $18,000, $16,000, and $14,000, must prepare and give at a contest a speech on some aspect of the Constitution of the United States.  See Mrs. Birch for a time and date of the local contest.

Educational Communications Scholarships- 127 @ amounts from $1,000 to $6,000, GPA of 3.0, ACT score, also based on community and school activities, honors and awards, work experience, processing fee of $3.00.  Deadline:  May

Faith Regional Scholarship Loan Program- several @ $2,500 per year up to $20,000, must pursue a career in health care, GPA of 2.5, loans can be forgiven upon graduation if you choose to work at Faith Regional.  Deadline:  May

Faith Regional Volunteer Services Scholarship- 2 @ $2,000, must study to be a registered nurse or an ADN, GPA 3.0 or higher, essay on your chosen profession in nursing, activities, awards, work experience, transcript.  Deadline:  May

James M. Cox Foundation Scholarship- several @ $1,000, must have financial need, must reside in the eastern 1/3 of Nebraska, may enroll in private institution, a public or private 2 or 4 year college, the grant is intended to meet the cost of tuition and is paid directly to the college of the student's choice; GPA 2.5; copy of previous year's income tax return.  Deadline:  May

The Kaplan "My Turn" Essay Scholarship Contest- 10 scholarships at $1,000 for 10 outstanding young writers.  See Mrs. Birch for details

Society of Women Engineers Scholarship- 100 from $1,000 to $5,000, GPA 3.5, must attend an accredited University engineering program, application can be downloaded from website.  Deadline:  May

UNK Balanced Man Scholarship - 1 @ $500, must be male, must attend UNK, GPA of 3.0, extracurricular activities, community service, employment.  Deadline:  May

UNL Alpha Gamma NU Scholarship- 1 @ $500, must be male and attend UNL this fall, must show outstanding scholarship and activity involvement.  Deadline:  May

USA Grory Scholarship- several at varying amounts, need, academic standing and performance, participation in school and community activities, work experience, career goals and references are part of the application.  Applications are available only on the website or by faxing your name and address to CSFA at 1-888-546-4107. Deadline:  May

Wells Fargo College STEPS Program Scholarship Sweepstakes- 100 @ $1,000, based on a drawing of all seniors registered. Log on and register here. One drawing each month.  Deadline:  May

Ethel Abbott Cornhusker State Games Scholarship- 5 @ $1,000 for seniors who participate in the Cornhusker State Games held in July. Deadline:  June

DeVry Institute Academic Scholarships- 200 awarded valued at three million dollars, GPA of 3.0.  Call 1-800-679-5575, DeVry is a technology, computer, and business college.  The scholarship is for students that will be attending  DeVry.

Nebraska Rural Schools Scholarship- several at varying amounts, GPA of 3.5, top 10% of class, financial need based on FAFSA Student Aid Report, essay, financial form.  Deadline:  June