Scholarships for students Nebraska. Some scholarships specifically open to Nebraska students, and others give preference to students in Nebraska.

NBA Scholarship
Sponsor: Nebraska Bankers Educational Foundation
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Nebraska residents who have demonstrated high academic success and who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in finance, accounting, economics, marketing or another banking-related major.

Norma Ross Walter Scholarship
Sponsor: The Willa Cather Foundation
Amount: Up to $3,000
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to female students who are graduating high school seniors at a Nebraska high school and plans to enroll as an English major at an accredited college or university.

Pre-Veterinary Scholarships
Sponsor: Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association
Amount: Minimum of $500
Closing Date: March 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have completed three semesters of pre-veterinary education and are pursuing completion of the pre-professional program. Applicant must be a graduate of a Nebraska High School or State of Nebraska approved Home School Program.