Scholarships

Scholarships 

Acacia Men’s Leadership Scholarship – The Laurence R. Letson Acacia Leadership Scholarship awards three one-year scholarships to incoming male freshmen at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln: one $1,000 award and two $500 awards. Applicants should demonstrate academic excellence, motivation for personal success, and an interest in developing leadership skills. The application includes academic information, activities and honors, two references, and a 400-word-or-less essay about an inspirational and educational event in the student’s life. Applications are due January 31. APPLY HERE 

Alyssa Sandmeier Creative Writing Scholarship – The Alyssa Sandmeier Foundation Creative Writing Scholarship offers a $2,000 tuition scholarship to college-bound Nebraska high school seniors. Students may submit one original creative writing piece, including poetry, fiction, plays, screenplays, monologues, memoirs, or other creative formats. There is no maximum word count. Submissions are due March 14, 2027, and must be submitted as a PDF with contact and school information.

The Walter Scott, Jr. Career Pathway Scholarship - This scholarship provides full tuition, fees, and room and board for four consecutive semesters to high school seniors pursuing an approved two-year skilled or technical degree at Northeast Community College in Norfolk. Recipients must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents, live on campus, participate in the Summer Bridge program and scholarship activities, and complete a paid sponsorship, internship, or industry-aligned employment. Eligible programs include Agriculture, Automotive Technology, CADD Technology, Diesel Technology, Information Technology, Pre-Engineering, Veterinary Technology, and Wind Energy. The scholarship is open from October 1st through the NECC priority scholarship deadline on February 1st. For more information, click HERE!

Nucor Nebraska Electro-Mechanical Scholarship Program - The Nucor Nebraska Electro-Mechanical Scholarship Program is a two-year training program that combines college coursework with hands-on experience, preparing students for careers as maintenance electricians. Students will earn a degree through Southeast Community College or Central Community College, while gaining practical experience at Nucor Steel Nebraska in Norfolk. Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED, be legally authorized to work in the U.S., and have a 2.75 GPA or higher preferred. A transcript, test scores, one-page essay, willingness questionnaire, and college application are required. Applications are due October 30, 2026. To apply, visit this site - https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=156794&company=nucorcorpo&st=AA5AFCCF1307790054F83575D7DA81106547B193

Nucor Technical Academy - The Nucor Technical Academy (NTA) application is now open.  Nucor Steel-Nebraska is looking to sponsor a successful candidate to NTA starting Summer 2027. This is a 2-year program. It IS competitive, and not all applicants, even if a Nucor division is specifically willing to sponsor, get in. Please see the attached information for more details. Below is the link to our division’s posting that candidates should apply to if interested in this opportunity. Feel free to share this information with your faculty and staff as well as interested and qualified students. Application period is open 09/01/2026-12/31/2026. Apply here - https://bit.ly/46BwpEH

VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship – The VFW Voice of Democracy is a national audio-essay scholarship competition open to students in grades 9–12. Students are invited to write and record a 3–5 minute audio essay on the theme, “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.” The program awards more than $2.3 million in scholarships, with the national first-place winner receiving a $35,000 scholarship. Nebraska’s state winner also receives an all-expenses-paid trip to the Spirit of America Youth Leadership Program in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Entries must be submitted to a local VFW Post by October 31, 2026. For more information, pick up a flyer outside Mrs. Woodall's office. 

Nebraska Strength Coaches Organization (NSCO) - We are excited to offer two $500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors for the 2026–2027 academic year. One scholarship will be awarded to a female student, and one scholarship will be awarded to a male student. To be eligible, applicants must: Have a high school strength coach who is a current member of the Nebraska Strength Coaches Organization, be an active participant in their school's Strength & Conditioning Program, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students interested in applying must complete the scholarship application linked below and submit the following materials: A current school photo, an official or current high school transcript, A video application, and A letter of recommendation from their high school strength coach You must be in the weigth room consistently to recieve a recommendations. All application materials must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on February 1, 2027. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. The application can be found here.

Norfolk Board of REALTORS® Scholarship - The Norfolk Board of REALTORS® offers two $500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors pursuing post-secondary education. Applicants must plan to attend Northeast Community College or Wayne State College and pursue a trade or business/marketing-related program. A completed application and letter of recommendation are required. Applications are due February 15, and winners will be notified by April 10. Pick up an application outside Mrs. Woodall's office.

RCD/OACCW College Scholarship - The RCD is offering a $500 scholarship. The winner of the $500 RCD scholarship will be forwarded to the OACCW for consideration for their $750 scholarship. The scholarship is designated to go to a Catholic female high school senior who resides in or is affiliated with a parish within the Archdiocese of Omaha. Applicants must submit an application, transcript, evaluation from a priest or school/parish staff member, and a 750-word essay highlighting their faith, service, involvement in the Church and community, and future goals as a Catholic woman. Applications must be received or postmarked by January 15, 2027. Pick up an application outside Mrs. Woodall's office.

PEO Star Scholarship - The PEO Star scholarship is a non-renewable $2,500 scholarship for graduating high school senior women. For more information, grab a scholarship packet from the black folders outside Mrs. Woodall's office. DUE - SEPTEMBER 2nd.