upcoming college visits for mnhs

The upcoming college visits at MNHS are listed HERE.  Make sure to register in Naviance to attend.  All visits are held in the Counseling Office - Career Center. 

Attention Parents and Students:  Check out this website that lists the top 175 scholarships for Colleges and Universities!

Attention Millard North Seniors: Completing FAFSA NOW has benefits         for receiving the highest amount of funding support!

COLLEGE YEAR 2024-2025, FASFA IS NOW AVAILABLE STARTING DECEMBER 2023

                         CLICK HERE FOR A MESSAGE TO SENIORS APPLYING TO COLLEGE                         

STAND OUT COLLEGE PREP

• Common App Step-by-Step Guide that walks students step-by-step through each question of the Common Application, including why it’s asked and how to best answer. Here is the link https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/common-app-guide/

• FAFSA Step-by-Step Guide that walks students and families through each question of the FAFSA, including screenshots and explanations and a FAQ page for students with special circumstances. Here is the link https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/fafsa-questions/

• Nebraska Scholarship Directory, a list of 100+ vetted scholarships for students across the region, broken down by month. Here is the link https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/Nebraska-scholarships/

CHECK OUT THESE SCOLARHIPS FROM STUDENTSCHOLARSHIP.ORG.  DOLLARS RANGING FORM $500 TO $10,000!  CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE DETAILS

TRIANGLE FRATERNITY-STEM Scholarships 

This year we plan to give out more than $2,000 in scholarships to women and men who pan to pursue a higher education in STEM fields. They are eligible if they have enrolled at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the Fall 2024 semester. The scholarships are thru the generosity of several of our UNL alumni and awarded in July. The top scholarship is $1,400, and there are several smaller amounts. Interviews will begin in April. Joining our fraternity is not required to receive a scholarship. The application deadline is June 12th, 2024.

To apply for a scholarship, you need to go to TriangleUNL.org and select "Scholarship."

If you have any questions please reach out to Bradley Keller at BrdNKeller@TriangleUNL.org

NORTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Northeast Community College would like to invite the TRIO College Success Program. 

Please feel free to share with and/or refer students that you know are planning to attend Northeast this fall.

TRIO-CSP is an academic assistance program funded through TRIO grants by the U.S. Department of Education, as well as through institutional funding. The program is designed for income-eligible, first-generation college students, or students with a disability. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with their TRIO-CSP advisor once a month.  Participants are also encouraged to participate in one of the various program activities offered each month, at no cost to the student. As students navigate the demands of college and gain more independence with the responsibility of college life, they will be offered personal and academic support. We provide assistance with meeting college requirements and support to motivate them towards the successful completion of their postsecondary education. Students participate in the TRIO-CSP program throughout their enrollment at Northeast. 

Eligibility 

To qualify for services, a student must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, be registered at Northeast, and meet at least one of the following criteria: 

·         First-Generation: An individual whose parents have not completed a four-year degree.

·         Income-Eligible: Household taxable income meets TRIO-CSP guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Education.

·         Student with a Disability: An individual with a documented learning, physical or emotional disability. Documentation must be submitted to the Northeast Disability Services Office. 

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE COUNSELING OFFICE

City Property Management HOA Service Scholarship

This scholarship is available to any High School senior

nationwide, and we would like to invite you to apply.

Our Deadline:

July 31, 2024

Award Amount:

$1000

Application:

https://www.cityproperty.com/phoenix#scholarship 

WEST POINT'S SUMMER LEADERS EXPERIENCE (SLE)

At West Point we develop Leaders of Character, and we are looking for high-achieving young people who are in great standing with their school and community, and who want to challenge themselves. 

What is SLE?

• SLE is a one-week program for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point in June.

• Students in this program get to spend the week with our cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.

• Learn about West Point’s world class academics by trying 5 of our 17 academic workshops.

• Learn about military training and becoming a Leader of Character at West Point by completing two military days to include rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training and more!

• Challenge themselves physically by attempting the Candidate Fitness Assessment, conducting physical training, and sports.

• Complete their admissions interview with a cadet.

• Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.

All the students that I have spoken with have really enjoyed this program and they especially enjoy interacting with the cadets. You may sign up for this program now by going  directly at westpoint.edu. Our priority application deadline for SLE is the following Friday on March 15th and we will accept applications until April 15th. SLE is competitive and not all who apply are offered to attend.

Learn more about SLE- https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/summer-program
Apply now- https://apply.westpoint.edu/portal/candidate

JAMES M. COX FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

The foundation awards $2,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in Nebraska, with special emphasis on the eastern third of Nebraska, who will attend a Nebraska-based institution of higher learning in the upcoming academic year and demonstrate acute need.

Please email Mrs. Jones and she will send you the "fillable" pdf application.

BELLEVUE UNIVERISTY

GENERAL FALL SCHOLARSHIP CYCLE

Students need to complete an application and receive their student ID before they can apply for scholarships. Students can complete their application here: www.bellevue.edu/application. Once students complete their application, they can apply for scholarships through our Community Force portal here. We will waive all high school student’s application fees.

In addition to these scholarships, we are also offering the Bruin Advantage Scholarship to ALL incoming Freshman straight out of high school. The requirements for the Bruin Advantage Scholarship can be seen below:

• Scholarship available to incoming freshmen who have just graduated high school

• No required minimum GPA, ACT/SAT score, or class rank!!

• $5,000/year for full-time enrollment $2,500/year for less than full-time enrollment

• Renewable scholarship (can receive up to 4 academic years)

• Must take courses residentially on the University’s main campus

• *Other requirements may apply

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD ACADEMY

The Academy Introduction Mission (AIM) program challenges and inspires rising high school seniors (current high school juniors) interested in serving their country, exploring technical degree programs and helping humanity. During six action-packed days, you'll immerse yourself in Coast Guard tradition and Academy life with cadet leaders; in the engineering lab, on the playing fields, on the parade grounds, and on the water.

Learn more and apply HERE

The Norden Club of Lincoln Foundation

The Norden Club of Lincoln Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce a scholarship/grant award of up to $2,000.00 which must be applied to the enhancement of learning and exploring more about a Scandinavian country or heritage.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE May 1st, 2024.

**Applications are available in the Millard North High School Counseling Office**

Johnny Baxter Carriage House Foundation

For students interested in attending one of Nebraska's Community Colleges to study in an automotive related field. A $2,000 grant will be awarded in each of the six Community College areas in Nebraska for students pursuing training for an automotive career.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE April 5th, 2024.

**Applications are available in the Millard North High School Counseling Office**

OFFUTT ENLISTED SPOUSES CLUB SCHOLARSHIPS

The Offutt Enlisted Spouses' Club (OESC) will be awarding scholarships in 2024 to dependents of active duty, retired or deceased enlisted or officer military personnel residing in Sarpy, Douglas, and Cass Counties in Nebraska and in Mills and Pottawattamie Countries in Iowa. The applicant must be programmed for 2023-2024 High School graduation and have at least a "C" average.

Click HERE for the application. Deadline is April 8, 2024.

RALSTON VOULUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS

This scholarship is a non-renewable scholarship awarded annually to graduating seniors, male or female, that have attended high school for at least five semesters, carry a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.50 and require financial help. Consideration will also be given to children of Ralston Volunteer Fire Department Members and Ralston Volunteer Fire Department Explorers.

Scholarship applications are available in the Millard North High School Counseling Office.

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

The Hagan Scholarship is a life-changing scholarship. The scholarship provides up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters, proving recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free!

Scholarship booklets are available in the Millard North High School Counseling Office.

THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF OMAHA

The Jewish Federation of Omaha provides a significant amount of scholarship funding for Jewish students in the Omaha metropolitan area for post-secondary education including technical and vocational programs.

2024 Scholarship & Grants booklets are available in the Millard North High School Counseling Office.

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 18th year.

We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.

Scholarship Deadline   -  June 10, 2024.

Application Process

Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:  https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php

Full details are available on our site. 

An Invite from University of Nebraska- Kearney

My name is Jazmin Matias Trejo, and I am a Bilingual Admissions Counselor from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. I would like to invite students to participate in our Visita UNK - an event on select Fridays to experience our campus and visit our residence halls with a student-led tour in Spanish. Our dates for these visits can be viewed at https://go.unk.edu/visitasunk. 

NEBRASKA SOCIETY PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS

High School Seniors!

There are scholarships at the national, state, and local level. 

Please come to the Counseling Office for more information and the application.

Hastings College Opportunities

Full tuition scholarships

Second, we have an amazing new opportunity for students called the Walter Scott, Jr. Community Leadership Challenge. This program is designed to enhance leadership and problem-solving skills among high-achieving high school seniors who live in Nebraska.

During the weekend conference and workshop, you’ll explore the components, meaning and importance of community while using design thinking to solve real-world, community-based problems. Up to seven students will be selected for the Hastings College Scott Scholars program, which includes a scholarship that covers 100 percent of tuition, fees and room and board. Other scholarships may also be awarded.

For more details and to sign up for the Walter Scott, Jr. Community Leadership Challenge, students can click here. 

YMCA of Greater Omaha-Employee Benefit

We just wanted to share an amazing new benefit The YMCA has for all their YMCA of Greater Omaha employees that started this semester. They now have two fantastic partnerships with Creighton University and Clarkson College, employees and their dependents will now receive a discount on tuition. At Creighton University, students would receive 40% off their tuition rate as an employee in good standing at the YMCA of Greater Omaha, at Clarkson College students would receive 30% off their tuition rate.

If you a student/parent would like to know more, please do not hesitate to contact the YMCA directly. College is expensive and the YMCA wants to make sure students know there are options for a flexible job with flexible schedules as well as help on those tuition bills – win/win!

Links to more information:

Clarkson College:     https://www.clarksoncollege.edu/ymca/

Creighton University: https://www.creighton.edu/corporate-partnership-tuition-discount#grad

Missy Kinzie

Executive Director of Programs

YMCA of Greater Omaha

13010 Atwood Ave, Omaha, NE 68144 

Office: 402-334-8487 

mkinzie@metroymca.org |  www.metroymca.org

LOZIER CAREERS

Davis/Chambers Community College Scholarship

We are pleased to announce the availability of the Davis/Chambers Community College Scholarship application for the new academic year. 

We recognize the importance of providing access to education for all, and this scholarship is aimed at supporting promising students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their community. Therefore, we encourage you to share this opportunity with your students and assist them in completing their applications.

A student interested in multiple schools should submit an application to each one.

Applications are available in the Counseling Office

BETTER BUISNESS BUREAU OF MIDWEST PLAINS

We are delighted to inform you that the Better Business Bureau of the Midwest Plains is once again offering the BBB Student of Integrity Scholarships to high school seniors residing in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska or South Dakota. Last year’s scholarship recipients were prominently featured on the cover of the Midlands Business Journal. 

2024 BBB STUDENT OF INTEGRITY SCHOLARSHIPS

We are excited to announce that 15 high school seniors from BBB Midwest Plains’ service area — Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and South Dakota ­— will each be awarded $2,000 scholarships. These scholarships are designed to recognize students who embody ethical behavior and personal integrity, demonstrating traits such as humility, courage, compassion and respect for their peers, teachers and community — the core values of the BBB.

Students are not required to be nominated to apply, but if you wish to nominate a specific student, you may do so here. 

The application can be accessed here.

To be considered by the judges, applications must be submitted by April 5, 2024.

Scholarship winners will be publicly announced in late April.

For additional information, please contact BBB Communications at communications@bbbinc.org.

AKRS Jump Start Scholarship

• Tool Bonus - Up to $6000

• Jump Start Bonus -- $2,500 to assist with miscellaneous college expenses

• Internship -- Students work and get paid at an AKRS dealership while they complete their degree

• Credentials -- Students earn as Associate Degree and become a Certified John Deere Technician

• Guarantee Employment - A job at AKRS awaits students upon graduation

APPLY HERE

IRONWORKERS LOCAL NO. 21

Joint Apprenticeship and Training Program

What is an Apprentice?

An apprentice is a training-level employee who works in the building and construction trades while also attending classes to learn industry skills and safety techniques.

Wages for an apprentice increase over the course of this training, which lasts from two to five years depending on the trade. An apprentice who graduates to journey-person is recognized as a well-qualified worker who can command the best wages and benefits.

MORE INFORMATION

The Hagan Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, designed to provide recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. Applicants must attend a traditional public high school governed by a school district. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional consecutive semesters. 

APPLY HERE

• Discover Your Major Visit Days

  • Registration is now open! 

  • Want to learn more about a specific area of study? The Discover Your Major Visit Day option may be the right fit! 

  • Students will interact with Northwest faculty and students, take a campus tour and explore the profession-based learning we offer

• Saturday Visit Days

  • Registration is now open! 

  • Saturday visits are perfect for those who can't make it to campus during the week. 

  • Families will tour the campus and get a broad overview of Northwest. During the tour, students will get to meet other families visiting in a group setting.

• Group Tours

  • Registration is now open!

  • Have busy families and students? You may consider scheduling a group tour.

  • Many high schools and outreach programs have had much success in scheduling a group tour with us!

Alpha Tau Chapter at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Additional Scholarship Opportunities Available to UNL-bound Seniors

As you may know, The Experience Company, a student-run 501(c)3 organization that is operated by the Alpha Tau chapter of Beta Theta Pi fraternity at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, is offering six $1,000 scholarships for incoming UNL freshmen who are ideally pursuing STEM fields: Engineering, Math, Pre-Med, Honors Business and Scholar Athletes.

Graduating high school seniors who will be incoming freshmen at UNL can apply directly at https://www.nebraskabeta.com/new-member-scholarships 

Hawk Visit Days

Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023

Wednesday, Oct. 18. 2023

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023

Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2024

Thursday, Apr. 18, 2024

This fall Northeast will again offer high school counselors the opportunity to bring their classes (10th - 12th graders) to explore the Northeast campus and all that we have to offer!  Northeast will provide 6 morning Hawk Visit Day sessions. See the attachment for details.

Each Hawk Visit Day will include:

* Tour of campus, including residence halls

* Student panel with current students answering questions

* Next Steps to Becoming a Hawk

Best of all, we will provide lunch in our cafeteria for all participants!

Watch your email for registration information in late August.

* Hawk Visit Days will replace individual high school class visits. Be sure to register early this fall!

BELLEVUE UNIVERSITY 

FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS 

A big part of the BRUIN Experience is allowing you to focus on your classes without being overwhelmed by the cost of a college education. This starts with our scholarship program. Read through the list below to find available scholarship opportunities. The scholarships listed are intended for incoming freshmen coming directly from high school. Scholarships are awarded in a wide variety of areas. Be sure to check bellevue.edu/scholarships as well as other outside sources to maximize your scholarship opportunities. 

Prerequisites for all (unless otherwise specified): 

• U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents 

• Full-time enrollment 

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree 

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 

• Financial need (FAFSA required or College Funding Estimator for those ineligible) 

• Additional requirements for each opportunity 

For more information, contact the scholarships team 

(402) 293.2000 | (800) 756.7920 

scholarships@bellevue.edu 

BELLEVUE UNIVERSITY

DACA | DREAMER

FAFSA Ineligible Scholarships

A big part of the BRUIN Experience is allowing you to focus on your classes without being overwhelmed by the cost of a college education. This starts with our scholarship program. Read through the list below to find potential scholarship opportunities for DACA or undocumented students. Scholarships are awarded in a wide variety of areas. Be sure to check bellevue.edu/scholarships as well as other outside sources to maximize your scholarship opportunities.

Prerequisites for all (unless otherwise specified):

• Part-time enrollment

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students or 3.0 for graduate students on a 4.0 scale

• Financial need (College Funding Estimator required)

• Additional requirements for each opportunity

For more information, contact the scholarships team 

(402) 293.2000 | (800) 756.7920 

scholarships@bellevue.edu