UNK First-time Freshman Scholarships
The Admitted Incoming Freshman Scholarship Application is the primary application for first-time freshmen UNK scholarships. It’s available in students’ MyBLUE from August 1 to March 1, and becomes accessible only after being admitted to UNK. By completing this single application, students are considered for most scholarships.
Kearney Health Opportunities Program (KHOP)
The Kearney Health Opportunities Program (KHOP) is a cooperative program between the University of Nebraska at Kearney and the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The purpose is to recruit high school students from rural Nebraska and prepare them to return and practice healthcare in rural Nebraska. To apply, you must have applied and been admitted to UNK. Access the online application below and click on “Admitted Incoming Freshmen.” The KHOP application deadline is December 1.
Lahaye Nursing Scholarship
The UNK Carpenter Nursing Scholars Fund was established to support the education and development of future nurses at UNK and UNMC, Kearney campus. This scholarship provides financial assistance to incoming first-year students and current UNK pursuing pre-nursing with plans to continue their studies through the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing on the Kearney campus. Eligible students must demonstrate financial need, maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. When students must fill out the UNK First-time Freshman Scholarship or Current Student Scholarship Application via My Blue, they will automatically be eligible for the scholarship. Designed to reduce financial barriers and encourage academic excellence, the Carpenter Nursing Scholarship invests in students who are committed to advancing the nursing profession.
Carpenter Nursing Scholarship
The UNK Carpenter Nursing Scholars Fund was established to support the education and development of future nurses at UNK Kearney and UNMC, Kearney campus. This scholarship provides financial assistance to incoming first-year students pursuing pre-nursing with plans to continue their studies through the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing at the UNK campus. Eligible students must demonstrate financial need, maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. Students must fill out the UNK Current Student Scholarship Application to be considered. Designed to reduce financial barriers and encourage academic excellence, the Carpenter Nursing Scholarship invests in students who are committed to advancing the nursing profession.
For more information, contact Tom Knott at knottt2@unk.edu.
Current Student Scholarship Application
The Current Student Scholarship Application is your all-inclusive application for UNK scholarships as a current UNK undergraduate student. Students fill out one application in Scholarship Manager that will then submit them to every UNK scholarship that they qualify for. The application opens December 15 and closes February 15 annually. Students can access the Current Student Scholarship Application through MyBLUE. All applicants will be notified of their results by the month of June.
Next Gen Scholarship
The Next Gen Health Science Scholarship was created to recognize and support students who are actively building the skills and experiences needed to become the next generation of healthcare professionals. Sponsored by UNK Health Sciences and our Hospital Partners, this scholarship encourages students to engage early in hands-on learning, campus involvement, and community service. Eligible freshmen pursuing a Health Science major or minor, Public Health minor, or a pre-professional program can earn a $2,000 scholarship to be applied toward their sophomore year tuition. Through participation in shadowing, club activities, and experiential learning opportunities, students gain valuable insight into the healthcare field while strengthening their academic foundation. This is a competitive award, designed to celebrate students who demonstrate initiative, engagement, and a clear commitment to a future in healthcare.
For more information, contact Tom Knott at knott2@unk.edu.
