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Scholarships |
Please check this site often as scholarships may be posted daily.
ATTENTION SENIORS AND PARENTS: Senior students who receive a scholarship must bring the original scholarship letter to Mrs. Zimmerman in the College Center. She will make a copy. The scholarship will then be listed in the Graduation Program and published in the Omaha World Herald. No scholarship information will be printed without the original scholarship. SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: April 22, 2009
How do you know for which scholarship you should apply? Check out the sites here to find what scholarships are available, including which are based on academic achievement and which are based on need.
Updated May 12, 2009
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SCHOLARSHIPS |
DESCRIPTION |
DATE DUE |
RELATED WEB LINKS |
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Abbott & Fenner Business Scholarship |
Essay required on one of two topics listed on
scholarship page |
6/20/09 |
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NROTC Scholarship |
Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps Ð ACT Math 26;
SAT 600 Math; Top 20% of class |
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Access College Early Scholarship (ACE) |
Pays tuition & mandatory fees for qualified,
low-income students to enroll in Neb. colleges |
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Midwest Plains Chapter of Certified Hazardous
Material Managers |
Rank in top 25% of class; ACT 24; pursue career in
an environmental career path |
5/31/09 |
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AES Engineers |
Based on character as determined by evaluating
essay questions |
10/6/09 |
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Lincoln Builders Bureau |
Parent must be employed by a Lincoln Builders Bureau
member company & student must pursue career in construction science |
4/1/09 |
See Mrs. Zimmerman |
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Metro Omaha BuildersÕ Assoc. WomenÕs Council |
Females currently enrolled in a design course
& plans to pursue career in architecture, interior design etc. Projects due to MOBA office |
4/22/09 |
See Mrs. Zimmerman |
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Douglas Cty. Farm Bureau |
Member of
Farm Bureau and enroll in agriculture field of study; GPA 3.0 |
4/1/09 |
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Thomas C. Hunter Memorial |
Must have attended Dundee Elem.; rank in top 25%
of class |
3/23/09 |
See Mrs. Zimmerman |
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Omaha Westside Lions Club |
Vision and/or hearing impaired and/or diabetic
condition |
3/13/09 |
See Mrs. Zimmerman |
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Ak-Sar-Ben Community College |
Attend community college |
3/15/09 |
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Ak-Sar-Ben Ike Friedman Scholarship |
Leadership award |
3/30/09 |
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Junior League of Omaha Volunteer |
Outstanding volunteer performance in Omaha metro
above and beyond required by church or school |
3/7/09 |
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UNO Dept. of Theatre |
Admitted to College of Communication, Fine Arts
and Media |
3/1/09 |
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Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Seeking career in soil conversation, soil
scientist, civil/agricultural engineer |
4/1/09 |
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Virginia & Tom Pierce Memorial |
Students with physical disability or has parent
with physical disability |
4/1/09 |
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Theatre Arts Guild |
Auditions will be March 28; pursue career in
performing arts |
3/4/09 |
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Neb. Legal Professionals |
Enrolled full-time in pre-law |
3/31/09 |
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Omaha Legal Prof. Assoc. |
GPA of ÒBÓ; active in school and/or community;
pursue career in the legal field |
3/25/09 |
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Joshua Brown Memorial |
Active in a form of martial arts. |
4/15/09 |
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Neb. School Counselor Assoc. |
Essay describing how a school counselor assisted
you to plan/decide/resolve/grow in an area of your life. |
3/31/09 |
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Sertoma Nursing Scholarship |
GPA 3.0; essay of 500 words on ÒWhat Nursing Means
to MeÓ; attend Nursing school in Nebraska |
3/13/09 |
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Engineers Club of Omaha |
Attend Nebraska college pursuing an engineering
degree |
4/1/09 |
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Susan
G. Komen for the Cure scholarship |
Have lost a parent to breast cancer; attend
college in Nebraska; GPA 2.8 |
3/20/09 |
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Strat Roost Assoc. of Old Crows |
Major in any of following fields: Elect. Eng; Computer Science,
Physics, Math etc. |
3/20/09 |
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Salvation Army D.J.Õs Hero Award |
For the ÒunsungÓ hero who has overcome challenges,
demonstrated leadership and commitment to their community |
3/6/09 |
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NatÕl Assoc. of Women in Construction |
MUST plan to enroll in construction related field
of study |
3/31/09 |
See Mrs. Zimmerman |
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Scott Mecham Student of Integrity Award |
Awarded to students who exemplify ethical behavior
and personal integrity; demonstrates humility, courage, compassion and
respect for peers, teachers and community |
3/6/09 |
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Omaha Chapter of the Links |
For African American students with GPA of 2.8 |
3/5/09 |
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OEA Foundation |
Most restricted to OPS students. May be eligible if related to OEA
member or MAT employee |
3/12/09 |
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority |
Autobiography required |
4/1/09 |
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Excellence in Business scholarship |
Pursue degrees in business (administration) |
4/1/09 |
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NAIFA (NatÕl Assoc. of Insurance & Financial
Advisors |
Based on high school achievements, community
activities |
3/13/09 |
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Omaha Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women
Scholarship |
Essay about involvement in Liturgy, service and
future stewardship goals as a Catholic woman |
3/7/09 |
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Offutt OfficersÕ SpousesÕ Club |
Dependent of military personnel (see scholarship
for eligibility) |
3/6/09 |
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Student Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award
(SAMMY) |
Excellence in academics, athletic performance,
leadership and community service. |
3/6/09 |
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Fraser Stryker Diversity |
Pursue career in law; top 20% of class; based on need;
ACT score 24; African-American, Asian, Latino, or Native-American |
3/20/09 |
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Suburban Rotary Club Charitable |
Seniors who are eligible to receive special
education services (physical & mental disability |
2/20/09 |
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Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship |
Minimum ACT score of 30 |
3/15/09 |
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UNO College of Business Administration |
Several scholarships available |
2/1/09 |
http://cba.unomaha.edu/uscholar and click on CBA scholarship application material |
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Keystone Task Force |
Live within boundaries of Keystone for at least 5
yrs.; emphasis on community service |
3/15/09 |
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Jack Jackson Scholarship |
Criteria include community service involvement,
financial need, citizenship and scholarship |
3/9/09 |
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Best Buy Scholarship |
Based on academics, volunteer service or work
experience |
2/15/09 |
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Battalion Chief H. H. Davis Foundation |
African-American students enrolled in training in
any area |
3/1/09 |
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Tuskegee Airmen |
Pursue career in aviation, aerospace tech. or
research |
2/2/09 |
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ESA Foundation |
30+ scholarships; |
2/1/09 |
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Chet Linder Memorial |
Attend Neb. college of university; based on
academics, participation & leadership |
3/1/09 |
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Assoc. of Information Technology Professionals |
Attend college in Eastern Nebraska or Western
Iowa; career in Info. Tech |
4/4/09 |
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Neb. Press Assoc. |
Enroll in Neb. college or university & major
in print journalism |
3/2/09 |
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Gus Swanson Memorial Communications |
Pursuing career in advertising, marketing,
communications, PR, journalism; plan to attend a Neb. college or university |
3/15/09 |
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Offutt ChiefsÕ Group |
Must be dependent of an enlisted member from any
US Armed Service; GPA 2.5 |
3/15/09 |
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Excel Physical Therapy |
Pursuing career in physical therapy |
2/1/09 |
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Phillip Schrager Scholarship |
Attend UNO; demonstrated outstanding leadership
ability through activities in school and community |
2/13/09 |
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Goodrich Scholarship |
Need based; attend UNO; |
2/15/09 |
type in Goodrich on the UNO search area |
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Theatre Arts Guild, Inc. |
Pursuing career in theatre arts; belong to TAG |
3/4/09 |
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Raymond G. Alvine Memorial |
Pursuing careers in mechanical, electrical or
architectural engineering at a university in Nebraska or Iowa or Kansas State
Univer. |
2/15/09 |
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Susie Dugan Scholarship for Drug Free Youth |
For students who have led a drug-free life and
taken a leadership role in fighting drug abuse |
2/13/09 |
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Liz Karnes Memorial for Drug Free Youth |
For students who have lived, modeled and promoted
a drug-free lifestyle |
2/13/09 |
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Maynard Jensen American Legion Memorial |
Enroll in Nebraska educational facility; be
related to member of American Legion, POW, MIA, KIA |
3/1/09 |
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National Society Professional Engineers |
Student from an ethnic minority to pursue
engineering degree |
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Neb. Society Professional Engineers |
Enroll in an accredited engineering curriculum in
state of Nebraska |
2/6/09 |
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National Co-op Scholarship |
Must attend one of the partner colleges. List on application |
2/15/09 |
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Metro Omaha Builders Assoc. |
Pursue career in home building industry;
architecture, real estate or interior design |
4/22/09 |
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Engebretson Foundation |
Based on need; GPA 3.4; leadership potential; |
3/1/09 |
See Mrs. Zimmerman for application |
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Metro Omaha Chapter of the Oncology Nursing
Society |
2 scholarships for students planning to pursue
career in nursing; GPA 3.25; active in school & community activities |
3/13/09 |
No link provided |
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IntÕl Assoc. of Administrative Professionals |
Pursue career as administrative office
professional; attend an accredited Nebraska or Iowa college, university or
business school. GPA 3.0 |
2/15/09 |
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KFC Colonels Scholars Program |
GPA 2.75 or higher; attend in-state college |
12/1/08 Ð 2/10/09 |
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Peter Kiewit Foundation Legacy Scholarship |
Must attend college within the state of
Nebraska. Based on financial
need and academic ability. Rank
in top 20% of class. |
1/7/09 |
Submit ASAP & do not forget counselors
signature |
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Toyota Community Scholar |
Outstanding academic credentials, demonstrated
school leadership, commitment to community service; GPA 3.0. Marian will select one Ð give
completed application to Mrs. Zimmerman by 11/1 |
12/1/08 |
www.toyota.com/communityscholars |
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McKelvey Entrepreneurs |
Own & operate a business for at least 1 year
w/at least 1 employee |
1/25/09 |
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American Legion Auxiliary |
12 scholarships available; several for those
entering the field of nursing |
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See Mrs. Zimmerman |
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U. S. Bank |
No essays or minimum GPA |
Oct Ð Feb. |
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Conclave Scholarship |
Broadcasting & Music Industry scholarships |
2/1/09 |
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Burger King Scholars |
2.5 GPA; work part-time; active in community
service; financial need |
2/2/09 |
Access key: BKS |
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Offutt Enlisted Spouses Club |
Dependents of active duty, retired or deceased
military personnel; must have C average |
3/10/09 |
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UNL Allen Dayton Young Entrepreneur Contest |
Must be nominated; possess entrepreneurial characteristics
(independent, creative, confident).
Complete form and give to counselor |
10/17/08 |
www.cba.unl.edu/outreach/ent/yec |
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Fireside Essay |
750 word essay on how students are putting their
faith into action. Marian may
nominate one student |
12/19/08 |
www.firesidecatholic.com/winners.htm to read previous years essays |
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Young Arts 2009 Awards Program |
Eligible area include cinematic arts, dance, jazz,
music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, writing |
10/1/08 |
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AXA Achievement |
For students who set and reach ambitious goals,
demonstrate drive, determination and ability to succeed in college |
12/15/08 |
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Nebraska Academy of Sciences |
Must attend college in Nebraska; essay required |
3-1-09 |
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Susan T. Buffett Foundation Scholarship |
Attend Neb. college/university; GPA 2.5 and
participate in Thompson Learning Community |
3/1/09 |
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AES Engineers Scholarship |
Essay on topics which appear on scholarship page |
9/21/08 |
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SAE Engineering |
Students interested in the study of engineering
and related sciences |
12/1/08 |
www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm |
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Coca-Cola Scholarship |
Achievement-based awards |
10/31/08 |
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Ron Brown Scholars |
For academically talented, highly motivated
African Americans |
11/1/08 |
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Hearst Foundation |
Must hold leadership position & complete
application to take test provided by Neb. Dept. of Ed |
10/1/08 |
No link provided |
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Horatio Alger Assoc. |
Based on need & overcoming personal adversity |
10/30/08 |
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Danforth Scholars |
Attend Washington University; excel in academics,
service & leadership; must be nominated |
10/15/08 |
No link provided |