The University of Nebraska at Kearney wants to make a degree affordable to all students, so we provide scholarships for international students. All students are automatically considered for the International Loper Scholarship when they apply. Others may require a separate application.

International Loper Scholarship

International Loper Scholarship Offers Reduced Tuition

The International Loper Scholarship provides a tuition savings of more than 30% to reduce the overall cost. International students receive a discount of $4,095. Over 4 years, it adds up to a savings of $16,380.

Discounted 2022 Tuition Rate
$318.50 / credit hour

 

Savings Breakdown
$455 / credit hour Standard Tuition Rate
$136.50 / credit hour Discount for international students
$4,095 Annual Savings
$16,380 Savings over a 4 - Year Period


Based on 30 credits per year. Savings are approximate when compared to average tuition costs for international students without a scholarship.

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Scholarships for Current Students

Other Scholarship Opportunities

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  • Kearney Noon Rotary International Scholarship Varies

    • must be an international student at University of Nebraska at Kearney

    • must be currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program or be enrolling in one for the upcoming fall semester

    • Preference will be given to those planning to make a career in humanitarian work.

    Kearney Noon Rotary International Scholarship Application

  • International Loper Scholarship $4,095

    • The International Loper Scholarship reduces the tuition rate by more than 30% so international students receive a discount of $4,095. Over 4 years, it adds up to a savings of $16,380.

    How To Apply – Simply Apply Now. Successful admission into an undergraduate degree-seeking program of study on campus confirms your qualifications for the scholarship!

    Requirements
    • First-time freshmen, transfer and re-enrolling undergraduate, degree-seeking international students are eligible. 
    • Must be enrolled full-time at UNK (12 or more credit hours) each semester. Enrollment status will be checked on the last day of the first week of classes (drop and add week). The scholarship will be cancelled and will be forfeited if you are not at full-time status at that time.
    • Eligibility will end upon receipt of a bachelor’s degree or after ten semesters, whichever comes first.
    • Scholarship amount will be based on enrollment status at the end of the first week of classes. The amount will be adjusted if a course is dropped during the institution’s refund period.
    • Scholarship does not apply to online degree programs or to graduate courses.

    Kearney Noon Rotary International Scholarship Application

  • Helen and Barney Wood Nepalese Scholarship Varies Closed

    • This scholarship will be awarded for one academic year, but may be renewed upon application and satisfactory academic performance.

    Eligible students may apply for the Helen and Barney Wood Nepalese Scholarship along with other Continuing Student Scholarships each year from February 1 through 11:59 pm (CST) on the last day of February by accessing the online application on MyBLUE.

    Requirements
    • be citizens of Nepal and ineligible for permanent residence in any other country
    • be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student
    • have a minimum 3.0 GPA
    • have a minimum TOEFL score demonstrating adequate English competency
    • express an intent to return to Nepal
    • express a desire to pursue a career in public government, professional service oriented organizations or other occupations designed to contribute to the welfare and development of the country of Nepal.
  • Wort Dream Scholars Excellence Scholarship Variable Closed

    • This scholarship shall be awarded to any undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at or intending to enroll.

    Requirements
    • be citizens of Nepal and ineligible for permanent residence in any other country
    • be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student
    • have a minimum 3.0 GPA
    • have a minimum TOEFL score demonstrating adequate English competency
    • express an intent to return to Nepal
    • express a desire to pursue a career in public government, professional service oriented organizations or other occupations designed to contribute to the welfare and development of the country of Nepal.
  • Yuto Yamamoto Memorial Scholarship Fund Variable Closed

    • Recipients of this scholarship shall have sophomore class standing or above and minimum 3.2 GPA. Preference shall be given to candidates who are active in multicultural activities.

    Requirements
    • be citizens of Nepal and ineligible for permanent residence in any other country
    • be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student
    • have a minimum 3.0 GPA
    • have a minimum TOEFL score demonstrating adequate English competency
    • express an intent to return to Nepal
    • express a desire to pursue a career in public government, professional service oriented organizations or other occupations designed to contribute to the welfare and development of the country of Nepal.
  • UNK Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship Variable Closed

    • This scholarship shall be awarded to any student pursuing any major with a junior or senior class standing. Candidates must be enrolled full-time and must be the dependent of a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Kearney or Kearney State College. Preference shall be based upon scholarship, leadership, and contributions to the university.

    Requirements
    • be citizens of Nepal and ineligible for permanent residence in any other country
    • be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student
    • have a minimum 3.0 GPA
    • have a minimum TOEFL score demonstrating adequate English competency
    • express an intent to return to Nepal
    • express a desire to pursue a career in public government, professional service oriented organizations or other occupations designed to contribute to the welfare and development of the country of Nepal.
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