This fund has been created by Barbara Hurt-Simmons, a Hastings, Nebraska, native and 1982 graduate of UNK. Barbara was a very active member of the campus community, with notable contributions to Gamma Phi Beta sorority, Panhellenic Council and Student Senate.  Barbara was a founder of the Student Alumni Board and served as half of the first all-female student body president/vice president team.  It is her intent to assist an up and coming student leader in their development as an individual who will also contribute to UNK and their community following graduation.

To qualify, a student must:

• Be admitted to UNK;
• Have a 3.4 or higher GPA at the end of the sixth semester of high school;
• Declare any major;
• Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST

View the Barbara Simmons Student Leader scholarship application.

The Blue and Gold Scholarship will provide full non-resident tuition for up to 125 credit hours and is renewable with a cumulative 3.25 grade point average and the completion of 24 credit hours each academic year, fall plus spring semesters. View the Blue and Gold Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria.  View scholarships requirement chart.

UNK Board of Regents Scholarship:  Provides full tuition (not fees) for up to 125 credit hours.  In order to renew the scholarship, recipients must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or above and earn at least 24 credit hours during the academic year, fall and spring semesters combined. View the Board of Regents Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria. View scholarships requirement chart.

Since 1948, Buckle has been providing a place for young men and women with an interest in clothing, to dress, accessorize, and express themselves through their style! It has also been a place that has provided many people a rewarding, and fulfilling career. Through the “Buckle Excellence Scholarship Fund”, Buckle is providing a new kind of opportunity for young men and women headed to college at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Each year, one freshman majoring in a Cyber Systems major program will be selected to receive a two year scholarship, in the amount of $3,000 per year and two Cyber System students are selected to each receive a $3,000 scholarship! Candidates hoping to receive one of these scholarships must fill out the application, obtain letters of recommendation, and:

• Pursue a major in the Department of Cyber Systems
• Be an incoming freshman

Preference will go to students who have a minimum ACT (or SAT equivalent) composite score of 26 (with at least a 24 in Math), but all new Cyber Systems students are encouraged to apply.

The scholarship recipients are also provided with unique opportunities to build relationships with Buckle IT professionals through activities such as job shadowing, tours of the Buckle facilities, and presentations on-site. Buckle also has a student internship program for upper-level Cyber Systems students and has hired numerous Cyber Systems graduates over the years. Buckle also offers its employees for classroom presentations and student project reviews.

Each year the Buckle Scholarship is due February 28th.

For more information on the Buckle Excellence Scholarship, view the Cyber Systems Scholarship page.

UNK Advantage Scholarship pays the difference between resident and non-resident tuition for admitted students from Colorado or Kansas.  Freshmen students must be admitted by August 1, 2019 and indicate a permanent home address on their application for admission from Colorado or Kansas.  Recipients of the Blue & Gold Scholarship will not be eligible for the Advantage Scholarship. View the Colorado and Kansas Advantage Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria.

Cooperating School Scholarships:  The University provides school districts who host UNK student teachers Cooperating School Scholarships in the amount of either $750 or $1500.  Students are nominated by the schools.  These scholarships are renewable for up to eight semesters and required a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above and the completion of 24 credit hours during the academic year, fall and spring semesters combined. View the Cooperating School Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria.

Davis-Chambers Scholarship recognizes academically promising students from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds who find that the financial requirements of postsecondary education are a major obstacle. Qualified applicants must be Nebraska residents who have graduated from a Nebraska high school. Award amounts are between $2,000 to $4,000 per year. Applicants must be admitted to UNK by February 1, 2019, and must complete the Davis-Chambers Scholarship Application. The application is now closed. 

Davis-Chambers Transfer Scholarship: The Davis-Chambers Transfer Scholarship recognizes academically talented students from diverse backgrounds who may find it difficult to afford higher education. First consideration for this scholarship is given to current Davis-Chambers Scholars at Nebraska Community Colleges. The typical award is $2000. Students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2019-20 to be considered for this scholarship. Additionally, students must have at least a 3.25 GPA and have completed 45 community college credit hours at the time of submission. 

Application deadline is April 1, 2019. The application is currently closed.

Students must have a declared major in Studio Art, Visual Communications, or Art Education. These are primarily talent-based scholarships.

The committee will select scholarship recipients based on applicants performance in three areas:

• Academic status
• Letter of reference
• Student portfolios

The review committee will focus on student portfolios that demonstrate strong technical ability in variety of media, and above average creativity.

View more information on Department of Art and Design-Art Scholarships.

This is a one time scholarship for incoming freshmen who are majoring in Chemistry. The scholarship ranges from $500-$1000.

Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

View the Department of Chemistry Scholarship application.

This scholarship is for incoming freshman who have chosen a major in either Mathematics, Mathematics 7-12 Teaching Field Endorsement, Computer Science, or Physics.

Entries are due on or before March 1st. To earn the award, students must attend UNK, be a freshman in the fall, and have declared a major in either of the four programs listed above. 

Only completed applications will be processed.  A completed application includes:

• Essay question response (300 words or less)
• Solutions (full or partial) to 5 mathematical puzzles

Students who intend to be admitted into the Department of Music and Performing Arts as a music major or minor require an audition.  Those who are successful with their audition may be considered for music scholarships.  View the list of Music Scholarships.  View more information about auditioning and the program.

Students accepted into the UNK Honors Program may qualify for additional awards. Learn more about the Honors Program or call (308) 865-8497.

The Industrial Distribution High School Scholarship is for high school seniors who are interested in the Industrial Distribution industry.  In order to qualify for this scholarship, students must be a senior in high school and have been accepted to the University of Nebraska at Kearney.  Their declared major must be Industrial Distribution. 

View the Industrial Distribution Incoming Freshman scholarship application.

Students who have declared Industrial Distribution as their minor and have completed one semester in the program are welcome to apply for this scholarship.  In order to qualify, the applicant must have completed at least two classes required for the minor, carry a 3.0 GPA in the Industrial Distribution Minor, and be in their second semester in the program.

View the Industrial Distribution Minor Scholarship application.

The Industrial Technology Incoming Freshman Scholarshipprovides assistance to incoming freshman students pursuing a degree in one of our Industrial Technology programs.

• Aviation Systems Management
• Construction Management
• Industrial Distribution
• Information Networking and Telecommunications

Criteria for each of the 4 scholarships vary, and a link to the descriptions of each may be found at the student log in site. You must have designated one of our majors on your admissions application to be eligible for these scholarships. Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST

View the Industrial Technology Incoming Freshman Scholarship application.

The International Student Scholarship (ISS scholarship) program at the University of Nebraska Kearney is intended to recognize outstanding academic performance of international students. Additionally, the review committee will consider the contribution of applicants to extra curricular activities on campus and in the community. The scholarships are tuition waivers, which pay a portion of an international student's tuition during the period of award. Awards are made for the academic year.

The scholarship application is now closed.

This scholarship is for entering freshmen who have declared a major in Biology. Preference is to first generation college students who have financial need. Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST

View the Jay Hill Scholarship- Biology Majors scholarship application.

This scholarship is for entering freshmen who have declared a major in political science. Preference is to first generation college students who have financial need. Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

View the Jay Hill Scholarship-Political Science Majors scholarship application.

The Kearney Health Opportunities Program (KHOP) is a cooperative program between the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) and the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). The purpose of the program is to recruit and educate students from rural Nebraska who are committed to returning to rural Nebraska to practice healthcare. This program represents a commitment and dedication to the education of Nebraskans and to quality health care for citizens of the state. High school seniors from rural Nebraska who will be receiving a high school diploma or equivalent, have a sincere interest in becoming a health care provider and a willingness to practice in rural Nebraska are encouraged to apply. More Information.  

Available 8/1/19 to 12/1/19 at 11:59 p.m. CST

View the Kearney Health Opportunities Program (KHOP) scholarship application.

Kearney Law Opportunities Program (KLOP) is a collaborative partnership between the University of Nebraska at Kearney and the University of Nebraska College of Law. It is designed to recruit students from rural areas and train them to become lawyers who will return and practice in their communities.  Participants receive their bachelor’s degrees at UNK and are then guaranteed admittance to the Nebraska College of Law.  Students selected for KLOP will receive a full tuition scholarship to UNK for up to 125 credit hours. 

Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria: 

*A rural Nebraska resident (students from the follow cities and towns are not considered rural and therefore are not eligible:  Omaha, Ralston, Boys Town, Elkhorn, Lincoln, Bellevue, Papillion, LaVista, Chalco, Offutt Air Force Base). 

*Admitted to the University of Nebraska at Kearney

*Minimum high school cumulative GPA of 3.5.

*Expected ACT score of 27 or above

*Demonstrated strong academic achievement as reflected in the high school transcript.

Available 8/1/19 to 11/15/19 at 11:59 p.m. CST

Applications for KLOP are due November 15, 2019 by 11:59 p.m.   Please note you will be required to set up a user name and password to complete the electronic application. Additionally, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of two individuals who can provide a letter of reference.

View the Kearney Law Opportunities Program (KLOP) scholarship application.

Loper Heritage Scholarship: This scholarship pays the difference between resident and non-resident tuition for non-resident students whose parent or parents graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney/Kearney State College. To qualify, a student must be admitted for the fall semester by August 1, 2019 or by December 1, 2019 for the spring semester. Admitted students are initially evaluated for eligibility for the Nebraska Legacy Scholarship and the Colorado/Kansas Advantage Scholarship. The Loper Heritage Scholarship is awarded if the student does not meet the academic criteria for either of these scholarships. Students must be in good academic standing and complete 24 credit hours each academic year to renew for the upcoming year for a total of 8 semesters.

The Maestros Scholarship provides a scholarship to pay for room costs at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.  The scholarship is capped at the base room rate, which is the room rate charged for residents of Men's Hall.  It is awarded to students pursuing classroom teaching credentials at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. 

Requirements:

• Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by March 1st in order to establish eligibility as U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States.
• Applicants must be fluent in Spanish, both speaking and writing, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to becoming a teacher.
• An ACT score of 22 or higher and a minimum GPA of 3.0 are required.
• The scholarship is granted for up to four years if all conditions of contract are met beginning with the fall 2020 semester.
• Applicants must be admitted to UNK by March 1st.

Only completed applications will be processed.  A completed application includes:

• Application form
• Two completed reference forms
• Essay question response (600 words or less)
• A copy of all high school and college transcripts
• A resume listing school involvement, community service and honors or awards.

View the Maestros del Futuro: Bilingual Educators Scholarship application.

Midwest Student Exchange (MSEP) provides more affordable opportunities for students to attend out-of-state institutions.  The program enables residents of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin to enroll in academic programs at reduced tuition levels. The student must be enrolling as a non-resident student at UNK. Tuition for the MSEP is equal to 150% of regular resident tuition.  Online programs are not eligible for the MSEP rate; it is only available for on-campus programs.  For more information regarding the MSEP, contact the Office of Admissions. View the Midwest Student Exchange Program Agreement which includes the renewal criteria.

This scholarship is designed to provide students an opportunity to serve UNK through the Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion whose goal is to promote diversity.  Recipients of this scholarship will receive a full tuition waiver for up to 15 credit hours per semester beginning with the fall semester.  This scholarship is for eight semesters and two summers if all conditions of contract are met.  Recipients will be selected primarily on a demonstrated commitment to diversity/multiculturalism by leadership and participation in school and community activities.  Applicants must complete a UNK Admissions Application and be admitted by March 1, 2020. Scholarship application deadline is March 1, 2020 at 12:00 am CST/11:00 pm MST

View the Multicultural Community Service Scholarship application.

Only completed applications will be processed.  A completed application includes:

Application form
Two completed reference forms
Essay Question (minimum 300 words)
A copy of all high school and college transcripts
A resume listing school involvement, community service and honors or awards.

The Nebraska Bankers Scholarship provides scholarship assistance to incoming freshmen students enrolled in the College of Business at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. First preference will be given to students who demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a banking-related career in Nebraska. Second preference will be given to students who demonstrate commitment to pursuing business careers in Nebraska. Preference is given to Nebraska resident students. However non-resident students may apply. U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency is also required.

Candidates must be pursuing a major in one of the following programs in the College of Business: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management, Agribusiness, Management Information Systems or Marketing. The scholarship is awarded in the amount of $1000 for the first year of enrollment at UNK. It can be renewed for students who maintain the required grade point average, complete 24 semester credits annually and continue to demonstrate appropriate career interest.

You must be admitted to UNK by March 1, 2019 to apply for this scholarship. You must have designated on your admissions application one of the required majors within the College of Business. Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST. First consideration will be given to students who submit the scholarship application by August 1, 2019 at 12:00 am CST. Scholarship applications received after August 1 will be considered based on scholarship availability.

View the Nebraska Bankers Association Scholarship application.

The Nebraska Legacy Scholarship pays the difference between resident and non-resident tuition for non-resident students whose parent or parents graduated from one of the University of Nebraska campuses. To qualify a student must be admitted to UNK by August 1, 2019 and must rank in the upper l/3 (33%) of their high school graduating class OR have a minimum composite score of 24 on the ACT (1160 on the SAT).  This scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters.

UNK Non-Resident Scholarship pays the difference between resident and non-resident tuition.   Freshmen students must be admitted by August 1, 2019 and must meet at least two of the following criteria:

*Top 25% rank in high school graduating class

*ACT composite score of 23 or higher (or 1130 on the SAT combining the evidence based reading and writing and math scores only)

*Sixth semester unweighted, cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.5.  The University will convert all grade point averages to a 4.0 scale. 

View the Non-Resident Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria.

Applicants with an ACT of 30 or higher, and a high school grade point average of at least 3.85, are eligible to apply for the Omaha World Herald/Kearney Hub scholarship. This is UNK’s most prestigious scholarship, which pays tuition, books, room, board, and university fees for four years. This application must be submitted by November 15. About 40 students will be invited to campus for interviews in early December. In addition to the Omaha World Herald/Kearney Hub scholarship, other scholarships may be awarded to students who participate in interviews. 

Pepsi Phi Theta Kappa Student Scholarship: This scholarship is for $2000 annually for two years (four semesters -fall and spring of each academic year). New or incoming undergraduate transfer students who are fully admitted by April 1, have a minimum transfer grade point average of 3.0, who transfer from a Nebraska community college, and who are members of Phi Theta Kappa honorary are eligible. Students must also fill out the online Pepsi Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship application by April 1. Students selected for this scholarship must be full-time students demonstrating a commitment to service-learning, and will be required to continue that commitment for renewal of this scholarship while attending UNK. The application is currently closed. 

The Ralph and June Nylander Scholarship Fund was established to aid Phelps County residents who have chosen to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney.  There are very few rules concerning the scholarship, but each must be followed.

1. Applicants must have been residents of Phelps County at the time of graduation from high school.
2. Applicants must attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
3. The FAFSA must be completed and sent the the University of Nebraska at Kearney.  They will then provide information on need, based on submitted and complete FAFSA information.
4. The student does need to re-apply for the scholarship every year that they attend UNK. 

All applications must be completed by April 1st at 12:00 am CST/11:00 pm MST.  Should you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Kristie Artz in the Office of Financial Aid, University of Nebraska at Kearney by phone at (308) 865-8557 or by email at artzkm@unk.edu.

View the Ralph and June Nylander Scholarship application. 

The Richard E. Person Scholarship Fund was established to aid Phelps County residents who have chosen to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney.  There are very few rules concerning the scholarship, but each must be followed.

1. Applicants must have been residents of Phelps County at the time of graduation from high school.
2. Applicants must attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
3. A copy of your high school transcripts must accompany the application.
4. The scholarship is renewable annually as long as the student attends UNK and maintains a 3.0 or higher grade point average during his or her attendance at UNK.
5. The student does not need to re-apply for the scholarship every year that they attend UNK.

All applications must be completed by April 1st at 12:00 am CST/11:00 pm MST.  Should you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Kristie Artz in the Office of Financial Aid, University of Nebraska at Kearney by phone at (308) 865-8557 or by email at artzkm@unk.edu.

View the Richard E. Person Scholarship application. 

In memory of the leadership and generosity demonstrated by Ron and Carol Cope, the University of Nebraska at Kearney is pleased to introduce the Cope Student Leadership Program. The goal of this program is to recruit and develop future leaders. Each year, four new students will be admitted to the program. Two will be designated Cope Business Leaders and must declare and remain in a major provided through the College of Business.  The others can be in any other major and will be designated Cope Community Leaders.  They will receive an annual award of $4,000 that will be applied to their tuition, fees and books. Recipients of the Board of Regents or Blue and Gold Scholarships are not eligible and therefore should not apply for this scholarship.

Prospective Cope Scholars will complete an application designed to elicit their career interests and leadership potential.  To qualify a student must:

*Be admitted to UNK.

*Have a composite ACT of 25 and a sixth semester high school GPA of 3.75 or higher.

*Declare a major.  Students who are undecided on a major will not be considered for this scholarship.

*Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST

Students in the Cope Student Leadership Program will be required to take a three credit hour course in Leadership within their department.  They will also be required to complete an internship:  Business Leader students will work through the College of Business and Technology internship office to identify a qualifying internship.  Community Leader students will complete internships either in government, political or non-profit organizations.

View the Ron and Carol Cope UNK Scholarship application.

View more information about Army ROTC Scholarships.

The Supply Chain Management Scholarship provides assistance to incoming freshmen students pursuing a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management.

U.S. News and World Report, in its "Best Jobs of the Future" issue, lists Supply Chain Management as one of the 20 hot job tracks for the 21st century. The Supply Chain Management program at UNK focuses on the ways in which businesses coordinate planning, purchasing, production, transportation, storage, distribution, customer service, and more in order to control expenses, boost sales, and create value for their customers. Whether your interests include analyzing data, building relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, scheduling, monitoring inventory cycles and flows, or many other areas, there is a supply chain opportunity waiting for you! Careers in the Supply Chain Management field include: buyers, logistics analysts, inventory controllers, production planners, transportation managers, warehouse operations specialists, and many more.

Candidates must be pursuing a major in Business Administration with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management. The scholarship is awarded in the amount of $1000 to be used during the first year of enrollment at UNK.

Freshmen planning to start at UNK in Fall 2019 must be admitted to UNK by March 1, 2019 to apply for this scholarship and have the scholarship application submitted by August 1, 2019 at 12:00 am CST.  You must have designated the required major on your admissions application.

Available 8/1/19 to 2/29/20 at 11:59 p.m. CST

View the Supply Chain Management Scholarship application.

The Susan T. Buffett Foundation provides scholarships that can be used to cover expenses related to attending college (e.g. tuition and fees, housing, books). The amount of the scholarship varies by institution but is typically equal to the average cost of tuition and fees for a full-time student (15 credits) at that institution. For example, the maximum 2018-19 scholarship amount is $4,350 per semester at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Incoming freshmen planning to start at UNK during the 2019-20 academic year can apply for this scholarship between November 1, 2018 and February 1, 2019 at 5pm CST/4pm MST. For more details about the scholarship, eligibility requirements and access to the online application, visit www.buffettscholarships.org.

UNK Teacher Scholars Academy: This program for aspiring teachers studying at the University of Nebraska at Kearney will focus on increasing the success of first-generation college students.  It will also work to prepare future educators to work in rural schools, to serve diverse metro populations and to teach English language learners.  This program will work to serve under-represented groups and students from out-of-state.  In addition to scholarship support, recipients receive supplemental mentoring through the College of Education.  In order to apply, you must be an incoming freshman or a transfer student with a sophomore standing when entering UNK. This scholarship would not apply to semesters spent participating in a study abroad program. View more information about the Teacher Scholars Academy. 

View the Teacher Scholars Academy Scholarship application.

Legacy Scholarship: This scholarship pays the difference between resident and non-resident tuition for non-resident students whose parent or parents graduated from one of the University of Nebraska campuses. To qualify, students must be admitted to UNK by August 1, 2019 with a 3.0 GPA and 58 transfer credits. This scholarship is renewable for up to 4 semesters with a 3.0 UNK GPA.

Transfer Regents Scholarship: This scholarship, which applies to both fall and spring term, pays full tuition for up to 90 credit hours or until graduation with first bachelor’s degree, whichever comes first. Four Transfer Regents Scholarships are awarded annually to transfer students from Nebraska community colleges. Eligible students must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5, and a minimum of 45 completed hours from their community college. Renewal requires completion of 24 credit hours each academic year and a cumulative UNK GPA of 3.25 or better. Selection will be based on review of the student’s transcripts. View the Transfer Regents Scholarship Agreement which includes renewal criteria.

Transfer Student Scholarship: This scholarship is a tuition waiver of up to $2000 annually for two years (four semesters- fall and spring of each academic year). This scholarship can be awarded to a transfer student from any institution who has been admitted by April 1 with a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or better. Selection is based on review of the student’s transcripts. Renewal requires completion of 24 credit hours each academic year and a cumulative UNK GPA of 3.0 or better. View the Transfer Student Scholarship Agreement which includes renewal criteria.

UNK Distinguished Scholar Award:  Provides $3000 annually towards tuition for up to eight semesters.  In order to renew the scholarship, recipients must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and earn at least 24 credit hours during the academic year, fall and spring semesters combined. View the Distinguished Scholar Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria. View scholarships requirement chart.

The UNK FBLA scholarship provides financial assistance to two incoming freshmen students enrolled in the College of Business & Technology at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Requirements for the scholarship include a student’s active membership in their high school FBLA chapter and are committed to pursuing a business career. Students without a high school FBLA chapter may apply if interested in a business degree, but first preference will be given to students in FBLA. Non-resident students may also apply. U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency is also required.

Candidates must be pursuing a major in one of the programs in the College of Business & Technology that includes (but is not limited to): Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management, Marketing, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, or Secondary Business Teacher Education. A full list of majors can be found at unk.edu/cbt. The scholarship is awarded in the amount of $1,000 for each student in their first year of enrollment at UNK.

You must be admitted to UNK by March 19, 2020 to apply for this scholarship. You must have designated on your admissions application one of the required majors. First consideration will be given to students who submit the scholarship application by March 19, 2020 at 12:00 am CST/11:00 MST. Scholarship applications received after March 19 will be considered based on scholarship availability.  

View the UNK FBLA Scholarship application.

UNK Loper Achievement Award:  Provides $2000 annually towards tuition for up to eight semesters.  In order to renew the scholarship, recipients must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and earn at least 24 credit hours during the academic year, fall and spring semesters combined. View the Loper Achievement Scholarship Agreement which includes the renewal criteria. View scholarships requirement chart.