The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has set a record in offering more than 6,800 universitywide scholarships to the 2022 graduating class from Nebraska high schools and other first-year admits. Nearly two out of three first-year admitted resident students have been offered an academic scholarship for the upcoming school year.
In addition to the scholarships listed, colleges and departments at the university offer various scholarships to first-year students.
“We see these awards as an investment in their future and in our communities they will serve after graduating,” said Patrick Winter, associate vice chancellor for academic services and enrollment management. “We are proud of everything these students have accomplished and know they will do big things here at Nebraska.”
As part of a broad academic scholarship and need-based aid strategy for recruiting highly qualified students, President Ted Carter recently announced the University of Nebraska is permanently extending the deadline to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to June 1. The extension gives students additional time to complete the FAFSA and qualify for need-based aid, including the expanded criteria for Nebraska Promise – the university’s financial aid program that guarantees tuition will be covered for qualifying Nebraska students with family incomes of $65,000 or less.
“We want students and families to know Nebraska is here to help make a distinctive Big Ten college education affordable and accessible,” said Justin Chase Brown, director of Scholarships and Financial Aid and interim director of Husker Hub.
“We expect to continue to make additional aid offers yet for this fall, including those made within the academic colleges and departments,” Brown said. “While Nebraska is open for student and family visits, we also have a convenient way of connecting with students virtually through our Husker Hub virtual visits – no appointment necessary. No matter how we connect, we’re here to answer questions and work one-on-one with students and families as they plan their path to Nebraska, including affordability consultations and cost comparisons with all available options.”
Students offered scholarships have until May 1 to secure their scholarship with the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid by submitting their enrollment deposit to the Office of Admissions.
Students or families who have questions about financial aid, scholarships, grants or any other aspect of paying for college can contact Husker Hub at huskerhub@unl.edu or 402-472-2030 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Husker Hub offers integrated services from the offices of Scholarships and Financial Aid, University Registrar, Bursar and Student Accounts. Students and families can also connect with Nebraska’s Office of Admissions at admissions@unl.edu or 402-472-2023.
Descriptions of the scholarships are below:
*Chancellor’s Tuition Scholarships are awarded to finalists in nationally recognized scholar competitions and are among the most prestigious awards granted by the university. This award pays full tuition for full-time students, with the potential for renewal at a value of nearly $30,000 over four years.
*Chancellor’s Leadership Class Scholarships are one-year scholarships of $1,000. The award recognizes and awards students who have excelled both academically and in leadership roles in school and community activities.
*David Distinguished Tuition Scholarships recognize students for their academic achievement and are $3,500, with the potential for renewal for up to four years. The scholarships are funded in part from a trust established in 1973 by the late Adrian H. David, a Minneapolis attorney, in honor of his parents. Adrian David was a 1908 graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Law.
*The Davis-Chambers Scholarship is a minimum of $2,000 (up to full direct cost of attendance) renewable award for talented students who have demonstrated knowledge and experience in diverse communities or backgrounds.
*The Husker Traditions Scholarship is a $2,000 renewable scholarship awarded to Nebraska residents who have demonstrated high academic potential.
*The Husker Power Scholarship is a one-year, $2,000 scholarship awarded to Nebraska residents who have demonstrated high academic promise.
*The Nebraska Achievement Tuition Scholarship is based on academic achievement, admission scores, GPA and information in the student’s scholarship statement.
*The Nebraska Career Scholarship program, funded directly by the State of Nebraska, supports students pursuing degrees in high-demand fields such as engineering, mathematics, health care and information technology. Scholarship recipients are required to complete a Nebraska-based internship before graduation.
*Nebraska Emerging Leaders Tuition Scholarships are awarded to students who identify as emerging leaders through academic profile; attendance at one of the university’s diversity programs; and demonstrated interest, knowledge and experience with leadership and diversity. These scholars receive $2,000, with potential for renewal, and participate in a leadership curriculum.
*Pepsi Service Scholarships are awarded to those who have a passion for leadership and service and who have demonstrated involvement in activities during high school. The scholarship is a one-year, $1,000 award.
*The Regents Scholar Tuition Commitment is awarded to Nebraska students who have demonstrated academic excellence and is among the most prestigious awards granted by the university. This award pays full tuition for full-time students, with the potential for renewal at a value of nearly $30,000 over four years.
Following is a list of scholarship earners by high school:
Alliance
Elle Aragon, Husker Power; Brooklyn Branstiter, Regents; Shelbee Burke, Regents; Valeria Carrillo, Husker Power; Carson Cottrell, Husker Traditions; Alaysha Engelhaupt, Husker Power; Jessyca Garza, Husker Power; Luna Gonzalez, Husker Power; Samantha Gonzalez, Husker Power; Dalton Krug, Husker Power; Riley Lawrence, Regents; Donna LeMunyan, Husker Power; Chloe Mann, Regents;
Jayden McCracken, Husker Power; Shyla Moss, Husker Power and Nebraska Achievement; Kellen Muhr, Husker Power; Nolan Nagaki, Husker Power; McKenna Ruffing, Husker Traditions; Wade Sanders, Husker Traditions; Cyanne Voigt, Nebraska Achievement; Isaac Weems; Husker Power; Emma Wood, Husker Power.
Hemingford
Sarina Radspinner, Husker Power; Alysen Turek, Husker Power.
Hyannis
Zachary McAbee, Husker Power.