Please contact Mrs. Rambour for any questions. Email: prambour@lakeview.esu7.org Phone: 402-564-8518

Scholarships

Local, state and national scholarships will be posted here. Some will include application files that need to be downloaded and others will be links to the scholarship website. New items will be added as they are received. You may also access Education Quest, which has a free database of over 2,000 Nebraska-based scholarships. If you have a scholarship you would like to be posted or have any questions, please email prambour@lakeview.esu7.org.

ScholarshipQuest - EducationQuestWelcome to ScholarshipQuest! This free database contains over 2,000 Nebraska-based scholarships. How it works 1. Click on the button above to access ScholarshipQuest. If you’re already logged in, you will go straight to ScholarshipQuest. If you haven’t logged in, you will go to the MyEducationQuest log in page. 2. Complete your ScholarshipQuest profile. You will receive a list of scholarships that match your… Read more

scholarship.pdf

Reporting Scholarships:

Please report all of your scholarships to the counseling department by completing the following Google Form. Scholarships that are reported will be presented at Honor's Night and also may be used for the Academic Signing Day.

SQ_Tip_Sheet.pdf

Scholarship Search Tips- Education Quest

ACE (Access College Early) Scholarship

This scholarship is available for students who are taking dual credit courses during High School. Students must complete the online application (website below) and provide documentation that shows the student is enrolled in one of the following federal need-based government programs:

Free or Reduced Price Lunch Program
Supplemental Security Income
Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Special Supplemental Assistance Program (WIC)

ecmp.nebraska.gov/CCPE-ACE/Account/Login

ccpe.nebraska.gov/ACE

Lakeview Education Foundation Dual Credit Scholarship & Guidelines

Fall 2026 application due by August 28th to Mrs. Rambour

Application will open up again in December for 2nd semester classes.

Dual Credit Scholarship Link

2026-2027 Scholarships

October Deadline

PEO Star Scholarship

Due October 4th

Is recommended by a local chapter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood
Is a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada
Has a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Exhibits excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service and potential for future success
Plans to attend an accredited postsecondary education institution in the United States or Canada full time or part time in the fall of the academic year following her high school graduation

Blank STAR SCH APP.docx

2025-2026 Scholarships

Nebraska University and State College Scholarship Information

Scholarship Information 2025

September Deadlines

Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Due: September 30th

High school students graduating during the 2025-2026 school year and who meet our other criteria can apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program $20,000 scholarship application August 1-September 30, 2025.

Find full details and the application at Cokeurl.com/Apply2026!

Home Depot Path to Pro Construction Careers Scholarship

Eligibility:

Be a high school senior, high school graduate or have a GED equivalent.
Plan to enroll, or be enrolled within 1 year, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school or institution (i.e. technical/vocational school, community college or training center) in the United States.
Not be an employee or dependent of an employee of the The Home Depot. Employees of The Home Depot and their dependents are eligible to apply for a scholarship from The Homer Fund.
Programs/Career Paths: Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing.

Application Requirements:

Create your profile on the scholarship platform
Complete the application
Respond to the prompt: Tell us about your background and the experiences or motivations that have inspired you to pursue your chosen skilled trade.
Respond to the prompt: Looking ahead, how do you envision your life and career after graduation, and in what ways will this scholarship and your education support you in reaching those goals?
A recent photograph, if possible, of you doing an activity related to your field

Entry Deadline: September 30, 2025

Application Website

October Deadlines

PEO Star Scholarship

Due October 5th

Seniors girls are eligible to apply for the PEO Star Scholarship. If you are interested you need to complete the following document (typed) and email it back to Julie Graham:

Chapter FJ P.E.O. Star Scholarship Committee

jgraham3165@gmail.com

Copy of Blank STAR SCH APP.docx.pdf

November Deadlines

Elks Most Valuable Student

Due: November 12th

https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm

***Students must provide a copy of the application to Columbus Elks Lodge #1195 to qualify for local scholarships

Eligibility:

Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
Scholarships are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.

December Deadlines

Engler Entrepreneurship Program - UNL Scholarship

Due December 15th

They must have had FFA or 4-H involvement and plan to major in the College of Ag Sciences and Natural Resources in order to qualify.

The application is a one-page fillable pdf form, attached and also available here: https://englerjourney.com/scholarships/

The deadline for submission is midnight on December 15th.

Fillable.Application-incoming 2026-2027.pdf

Hagan Scholarship Foundation Scholarship

Due December 1st, 2025

https://haganscholarships.org/application/

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must attend a high school located in the United States.

2. All high school students eligible regardless of nationality.

3. Must be fluent in the English language.

4. Must be in the high school graduating class.

5. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.

6. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.

7. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.

8. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.

9. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2026 until September 1, 2026. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.

10. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2024 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all adult members of a household living under the same roof.

11. Applicants are not required to provide FAFSA information. Finalists must provide the FAFSA Summary showing the SAI.

12. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

Coolidge Scholarship

Due December 16th

Scholarship for High School JUNIORS

https://coolidgescholars.org/

January Deadlines

Rural Southwest Deanery of the Omaha Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women Scholarship

Due January 15, 2026

Completed applications should be mailed to:

Deanna Reardon

50143 Central Hwy

Genoa, NE 68640

lvcopier@lakeview.esu7.org_20250930_145824.pdf

Platte Valley Cattlemen Scholarship Application

Due January 9th

Student must be pursuing a course of study in agriculture

lvcopier@lakeview.esu7.org_20251007_125737.pdf

National FFA Scholarships

Due January 15th

https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/

You will need you FFA ID number- see Ms. Brandl for information.

Nebraska Press Association Foundation

Deadline: January 16th

This application is for JOURNALISM or AG COMMUNICATIONS students

NPA Foundation_High School Scholarship_2026.pdf

Nebraska Corn Growers Association FLAGship Program & Scholarships

Due January 31st

https://ncga.formstack.com/forms/ncgascholarship2026

February Deadlines

Columbus Elks' Lodge #1195 Veteran's Scholarship

Postmark the application and mail by February 15, 2026

Sam Hogeland

Elks' Scholarship Committee

5113 63rd Street

Columbus, NE 68601

Elks Veterans.pdf

Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers

Due: February 15th

https://nspenebraska.org/about/scholarship/

2026 NRCSA Scholarships:

Due February 1st to Mrs. Rambour

Only one female and one male student can be selected for this scholarship. Applications completed and turned in by February 1st will be evaluated and one student will be selected to submit to NRCSA.

Students planning to become teachers or other related education occupations, such as counselors or media specialists may apply for these scholarships.

NRCSA Scholarship Form 2025-26.docx

2026 Gary Fisher Fine Arts Scholarship:

Due February 1st

Only one Lakeview student can be selected for this scholarship. Applications completed and turned in by February 1st will be evaluated and one student will be selected to submit to NRCSA.

NRCSA created the Gary Fisher Fine Arts Scholarship in 2003 for those students who excel in fine arts and are planning to major in fine arts in college. Graduating seniors of NRCSA member schools are eligible to apply.

Gary Fisher Fine Arts Scholarship Form 2025-26.docx

Bill Lewis Scholarship

The Nebraska High School Officials Association is pleased to announce we will be awarding two $5,000 Bill Lewis Scholarships in the Spring of 2026. The deadline for applications is February 1st, 2026.

You can find the link to the application here or on the NHSOA homepage - https://form.jotform.com/253033823363048

The eligibility requirements are as follows:

• In the final year of secondary education (at time of application)
• Nebraska resident
• Active in NSAA activities for a minimum of 3 years
• Participation in a minimum of 2 NSAA sponsored activities annually.
• Attend accredited post-secondary school.

Foundation for Rural Services (FRS)

Due February 14th

https://www.frs.org/programs/youth-programs/scholarships

Applicant should be a high school senior who expresses interest in returning to a rural area. Scholarship requires a signature of sponsorship from Great Plains Communications.

Great Plains Communications College Scholarships

Due February 1st

Applicant must be a customer of Great Plains Communications

https://gpcom.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2024-Customer-Scholarship-Application-Nebraska.pdf

2024-Customer-Scholarship-Application-Nebraska.pdf

Greater Grand Island Community Foundation

Due February 10th

The Greater Grand Island Community Foundation is honored to offer multiple scholarships for students planning to pursue post-secondary education in the 2026-2027 academic school year!

Students only need to submit ONE application online which will apply them to all of the 160+ scholarship opportunities managed by the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation with awards range from $500-$7,500. Scholarships are available for graduating high school seniors, current college students and returning adults pursuing various fields of study.

https://www.gicf.org/communities/scholarships/scholarship-directory

Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship

Due: February 1st by 5:00PM

Application: https://buffettscholarships.org/

To be eligible for the Susan T. Buffett Scholarship, you must:

Live in Nebraska and meet in-state residency requirements of the college you plan to attend
- DACA, undocumented, or DACA eligible students are still eligible to apply
- For questions about your residency status, here is a list of contact numbers
Graduate from a Nebraska high school or earn a Nebraska GED
Achieve at least a 2.0 cumulative unweighted GPA in high school
- 2.0 on a 4 point scale
Be a first-time freshman when entering college
- Students obtaining dual enrollment credits in high school are still eligible to apply
Plan to attend a Nebraska public college:
- NE Community Colleges - CCC, LPTC, MCC, MPCC, NECC, NICC, SCC, or WNCC;
- NE State College System - Chadron State, Peru State, Wayne State; or
- University of NE System - NCTA, UNK, UNL, UNMC, or UNO
Be in need of financial assistance in order to attend college
- Note: Do not need to be Pell Grant eligible to qualify
- Must have a Student Aid Index (SAI) below 10,000

Nebraska Elks Vocational Scholarship

*Students cannot apply for Elks MVS and the vocational scholarship

Postmarked by February 15, 2026

Bruce Tinkham

1035 E 7th Street

Superior, NE 68978-1524

Att: Elks Scholarship

Elks Vocational.pdf

Past Exalted Ruler's Scholarship- Elks

Postmarked and mailed by February 15, 2026

Bruce Tinkham

1035 E 7th Street

Superior, NE 68978-1524

Att: Elks Scholarship

Past Exaulted Rulers.pdf

Nebraska Elks Association Golf Scholarship

Postmarked and mailed by February 15, 2026

Bruce Tinkham

1035 E 7th Street

Superior, NE 68978-1524

Att: Elks Scholarship

Elks Golf.pdf

CCC Committed to Your Success Scholarship

Due February 19th

CCC Tuition Scholarship 2026

Smith Scholarship

Due February 1st

Lutheran Family Services is proud to oer a scholarship program for graduating high school students from underrepresented families facing financial barriers to higher education.

The Coyner & Donna Smith Scholarship begins accepting applications for 2025-2026 seniors on October 1, 2025.

• No fee to apply.

• No SAT or ACT requirement.

• No minimum GPA requirement.

• Renewable if criteria is met.

• Can be used at any college or trade school for any major.

2026 Smith Scholarship_8.5x11 Flyer-Final.pdf

March Deadlines

Central Valley Ag Scholarships

Due March 1st

https://www.cvacoop.com/scholarships

Mitchell Equipment

Due March 13th

-Students should have a specific interest in an ag related field and plan to return to the area after college completion.

Scholarship Application 2026.pdf

Kool Aid Legacy Scholarship

Due March 31st

Kool-Aid Days Legacy Scholarship 2.pdf

Shell Creek Watershed Scholarship

The Lower Platte North NRD is offering $1,000 scholarships for the Shell Creek Watershed Monitoring Program! This scholarship is for high school seniors who have worked to make a successful impact in the community and for the Shell Creek Watershed.

Eligibility Requirements:

· Be a graduating senior at Newman Grove, Schuyler Central, or Columbus Lakeview High School.

· Completion of at least one year as a member of the Shell Creek Watershed Monitoring Program

· Be enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university

· Plan to pursue a major or course of study relating to science and/or natural resources

· Return completed scholarship application and supporting materials no later than
March 30th

There are three $1,000 scholarships available! Scholarship recipients will receive ½ of the scholarship upon commencement of their first term, with the remainder being issues upon proof of successful completion of the first term with a GPA of B/3.0 or above.

Students must fill out the attached application and provide supporting documents as requested. The completed application can be emailed to lpnnrd@lpnnrd.org or mailed to Lower Platte North NRD, 1616 County Road 17, Wahoo, NE 68066.

Shell Creek Watershed Monitoring Program Scholarship.pdf

Cornerstone Bank Scholarship

Due March 15th

Each year, one $1,000 one-time, unrestricted scholarship is awarded per school. Scholarships are available to graduating seniors attending one of our area high schools. Cornerstone Bank employees and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply.

Applications will be submitted online at: https://www.cornerstoneconnect.com/Scholarships/

Sandy Pines Scholarship

Due March 15th

2026 College Scholarship Application.pdf

Columbus Optimist Club Scholarship

Due March March 18th

Scholarship applications with class ranking, GPA and ACT scores must be received or postmarked by March 18, 2026 and returned to:

Optimist

Attn: Scholarship Committee

P.O. Box 302

Columbus NE 68602-0302

Scholarship Application 2026.pdf

Columbus Community Hospital- Health Science Pathways Scholarship

Due March 16th

Columbus Community Hospital is offering three $1500 scholarships for graduating seniors who are part of the Health Science Pathways program in the Columbus community. To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have completed Health Science 3 and/or CNA class. The application must be submitted in video format, see Mrs. Long or Mrs. Rambour for details!

lvcopier@lakeview.esu7.org_20260126_104351.pdf

PEO Chapter CH Scholarship

Due March 6th

P.E.O. Scholarship application 2026.docx

The Nebraska Society of Mayflower Descendants Scholarship

Due March 15th

The Nebraska Society of Mayflower Descendants is again offering a scholarship opportunity for High School Seniors who are planning to attend a 4-year college. I have attached a flyer for you to post to your Scholarship Board and will also attach a link to the online application for your reference. Additional information can be found on our website at:

https://nebraskamayflower.org/scholarship/

Here is the link to the online application:

2026 Whedon Memorial Scholarship Application

2026 Mayflower Scholarship Opportunity (1).pdf

April Deadlines

OneNebraska Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Due April 3rd and 3:30PM

https://www.bankingwithyou.com/about-us/scholarship-application

Mail to:

OneNebraska FCU

ATTN: Dedra

P.O. Box 585

Columbus, NE 68601

OR Drop off at OneNebraska FCU- 2472 39th Ave.

OneNebraska Federal Credit Union.pdf

Columbus Lions Club Scholarship

April 1st

Lions Scholarships Available 2026.doc

Lakeview Viking Band Parents Organization Scholarship

Due April 1st

https://docs.google.com/document/d/171gPCMQ3KxcMRGu90NkYywVn_WdwYNnEuFcdJQblMpI/edit?usp=sharing

Wilke Family Memorial Scholarship

Due April 1st

Wilke Family Memorial Scholarships 2026.docx

Region III Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes outstanding Region III high school seniors

who have been positively influenced by a school staff member during

their high school experience. Students will submit a reflective essay

highlighting the impact of that educator.

Region III Scholarship Application:

Nathan P. Dicke Memorial Scholarship

Due April 15th

Nathan P Dicke Application.pdf

FFA Alumni and Supporters Scholarships

Due April 1st

2026 FFA Scholarship Application.docx

LEA Scholarship

Due April 16th

LEAScholarshipform_-1

Lakeview FBLA Scholarships

Due April 23rd

FBLA Scholarship Application

Carriage House Foundation Scholarship

Due April 3rd

lvcopier@lakeview.esu7.org_20260209_140904.pdf

Lakeview Education Foundation Scholarship

Due April 1st to Mrs. Rambour

Lakeview Scholarship 2026 Application.docx

Randy Pilakowski Memorial Scholarship

Due April 20th

Randy Pilakowski Memorial Scholarship_2026.docx

James M. Cox Foundation Scholarship

Due April 22nd

James M. Cox Foundation offers scholarships to students in Nebraska with demonstrated financial need, with particular emphasis on the eastern one‑third of the state. For 2026, the Foundation will award 55 scholarships, each in the amount of $2,000.

Completed applications must be postmarked no later than April 22, 2026. A copy of the scholarship application is attached.

Mail all application materials, postmarked on or before April 22, to:

Steve Otto
James M. Cox Foundation
1500 Kingston Road
Lincoln, NE 68506

2026 James M. Cox Foundation Scholarship Application Updated.pdf

Hoegemeyer Cares Scholarship

April 1st

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=suwgPrCc8U2te5FOMdzdpPHRdj5diShLtTUjR0I5G8ZUQzBKUjI1ODhFMzNZUzFGVjdHWlRBS1I0Mi4u

Brookestone Acres Scholarship

Due April 7th

Highschool Scholarship Application.docx

Osten Family Memorial Scholarship

Due April 1st

Please complete the google form below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhNjFy2mbqFmNJJ1TDZsSclK3W0WiNkY-fh9zUAFpEwIDSqQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108208813689259428973

Platte Center American Legion Scholarship

Due April 1st

American Legion Parry Post 283 Scholarship Application.docx

Columbus Women's Club Scholarship

Due April 1st

Scholarship needs to be mailed in to the address provided on application

Applicant must:

Be active in volunteerism and other community and school activities
Show leadership qualities
Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
Indicate school she is planning to attend

lvcopier@lakeview.esu7.org_20260108_113413.pdf

Skilled and Technical Sciences Scholarship

Due April 16th

SkilledTechnologyScienceApplication.pdf

Sertoma Club Scholarship

Due April 3rd

Sertoma Scholarship application Fillable.pdf

Nebraska Fur Harvesters Scholarship

Due April 1st

2026 Nebraska Fur Harvesters Scholarship application doc.docx

Rosanne Fernandez Wiester Legacy Scholarship

Due April 20th

The Rosanne Fernandez Wiester Legacy Scholarship

May Deadlines

American Legion Hartman Post 84

Due May 1st

Student must be attending CCC in the Fall of 2026

lvcopier@lakeview.esu7.org_20260205_144128.pdf

June Deadlines

Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation- Nebraska Eagle Scout Scholarship

Due June 1st

Eligibility:

Nebraska resident
Eagle Scout Rank
2025 high school graduate
Must attend a two or four year institution in Nebraska

Application: https://neeaglescholar.org/eligibility

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