Navigating the UNK Scholarship Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide

The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) offers a diverse array of scholarships to support students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships, established through the generosity of alumni, faculty, and friends of the university, cater to a wide range of academic interests, backgrounds, and financial needs. This guide provides an overview of the various scholarship opportunities available at UNK, highlighting eligibility criteria, preferences, and unique features.

Scholarships Based on Academic Discipline

UNK boasts a significant number of scholarships specifically tailored to students pursuing particular fields of study. These scholarships reflect the university's commitment to fostering excellence in diverse academic areas.

Arts and Humanities

ACM Academic Scholarship: Awarded to members of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) at UNK.
Harold L. Thomas P. Albers Memorial Scholarship: Supports junior or senior communication majors, with preference given to those demonstrating financial need.
Archrival Student Relief Fund: Provides financial assistance to visual communication and design students, awarding one scholarship to a junior for their senior year and another to a senior to offset the cost of their senior show.
Theodore G. Baldwin Foundation String Music Scholarship: Supports full-time undergraduates majoring or minoring in string music or participating in string ensembles, requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Bettelee Lewis Memorial Scholarship: Available to Nebraska residents majoring in Music.
Gunter Bieber Memorial Scholarship: Offers financial aid to sophomore, junior, or senior students studying German.
Bob & Dora Jenner Memorial Scholarship: Provides financial assistance to students majoring in Communications or Theatre.
Buffalo County Bar Assn Advocate's Endowed Scholarship in Memory of James M. Knapp: While open to students of any major, special consideration is given to those majoring in Debate and Speech.
Mary Alice and Joseph P. Carroll Memorial Endowed Scholarship: Awarded to English majors with a minimum 3.3 GPA and junior or senior status.
Ed Chittenden Memorial Scholarship: Supports students pursuing a major in Journalism and Mass Communications.
LaVerna Clark Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to undergraduate students with a major or minor in Music.
LaVerna Clark Memorial Vocal Scholarship: Awarded to an undergraduate student with a major or minor in Vocal Music.
Harvey E. Carol Cope Music Scholarship: Supports music majors with a sophomore, junior, or senior class standing and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Carol Cope P.E.O. Chapter A.S. Scholarship: Awarded to students pursuing majors in Art, Dance, or Music, with junior or senior class standing.
Daake Design Scholarship: For undergraduate students in the Department of Art & Design.
Department of Art & Design - Art Scholarships - Continuing Students: Talent-based scholarships for students who have declared a major in Studio Art, Visual Communications, or Art Education.
Lola Ardelia Dority Scholarship: Awarded to students with any major in the Department of Art and Design by students pursuing drawing, painting and/or illustration as their major focus.
George & J. Paul Fritton Family Scholarship: Awarded to a student majoring in English who is a graduate from Boone Central High School in Albion, NE.
Milton J. & Lou G. Hassel Music Scholarship: Offered to an incoming Freshman pursuing a major in Music based on performance talent. Candidates must be enrolled full-time and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Milton J. & Lou G. Hassel Speech & Dramatic Arts Scholarship: Offered to an incoming Freshman enrolled in Speech and Dramatic Arts. Candidates must be enrolled full-time and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Henning Family Scholarship: For students pursuing any major in the College of Fine Arts and Humanities.
Harry H. Hoffman Scholarship: Provides financial assistance to students pursuing a major in English.
Roy Hyatte Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to undergraduate students with sophomore class standing or above, majoring in journalism.
Nancy Jack Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in English education and must have a senior class standing.
Dr. O.D. Steven K. Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in Music with a sophomore class standing or above and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Candidates must be graduates of Kearney High School, Kearney, NE.
Jack Karraker Student Assistance Scholarship: Offered to a Senior who is pursuing a major in Studio Art. Candidates must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above in their major-required courses.
Kearney Area Symphony Orchestra Scholarship: For undergraduates pursuing a major in Music with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Jeff Kirkpatrick History Scholarship: Offered to a student pursuing a major in History or Social Studies Education.
Dr. Ole A. David & Barbara Hinterlong Larsen Scholarship: Recipients of this scholarship shall be majoring in Music with an emphasis on Piano, Organ, or Voice.
Robert & Donna Larson Scholarship: Awarded to students who are members of the Forensic Team for at least one year.
Dr. Mary A. Lierley Scholarship: Established to provide assistance to a sophomore, junior or senior majoring in Art.
Glenn & Terry Luce Music Scholarship: Candidates must be majoring in Music or Music Education, have freshman class standing or above.
Bill Lynn Vocal Music Endowed Scholarship: Recipients must be a Vocal Music major.
Maribeth Lynn String Music Scholarship: Established to support undergraduate students in the department of Music & Performing Arts at UNK.

Sciences and Mathematics

Elmer H. & Marian L. Beckmann Scholarship: Supports students in the Department of Physics or Physical Science, with preference given to Physics students.
Amanda Bosak Memorial: This scholarship shall be awarded to students majoring in Biology or Criminal Justice. Candidates shall be junior or seniors.
George & Marian Brown Biology and Life Science Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Physical Science, or Geography and Earth Science with incoming freshman class standing and be graduates of a Nebraska high school.
Rex Carr Endowed Scholarship: Awarded to juniors or seniors who are active in the Wildlife Program and/or Wildlife Society or in Biology.
Donald E. Fox Scholarship: Awarded to second semester freshman with a major or minor in Chemistry to be used the following fall semester.
John F. & Anita A. Hertner Biology Scholarship: Awarded to students pursuing any major in the Department of Biology.
Jay Hill Scholarship: Awarded to students pursuing a major in Political Science or Biology and have incoming freshman class standing.
Jester Family Scholarship for the Sciences: Candidates shall be pursuing a major in biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics, physical science, or physics in the College of Natural and Social Sciences.
David J. Keen, Jr. Memorial Scholarship: The scholarship shall be awarded to a sophomore majoring in Biology with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
L.M. Larsen Memorial Mathematics Scholarship: The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students majoring in Mathematics or Statistics.
Donald L. Liehs Scholarship Endowment: Awarded to undergraduate students with sophomore or above class standing majoring in math, chemistry, physics, biology, pre-medicine, pre-engineering or a pre-professional health program.
Longfellow Family Scholarship: Offered to a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing any major in the Department of Biology.
Wayne Macomber - Robert Gerten Natural Sciences Scholarship: Awarded to any student with an incoming freshman class standing pursuing a major in either chemistry, physics, or biology in the College of Natural and Social Sciences.
Eugene H. & Loree Maddux Endowed Student Support Scholarship: Recipients of this scholarship should be pursuing a degree in Biology.

Business and Technology

Barbara K. Scholarship: Goes to one female who is a freshman or sophomore, business major with a 3.5 GPA.
Brian C. & Carey L. Scholarship: Awarded to one or more undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Business and Technology.
First National Bank Scholarship: Awarded to a student(s) who is majoring in Business, Mathematics or Computer Science with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Clara Ockinga Scholarship: Awarded to a second semester sophomore or junior majoring in Business Education.

Education and Social Sciences

Bryan Scholarship: Intended to benefit seniors during their student teaching semester prior to graduation. Recipients must be majoring in Teacher Education with an endorsement in Music or Elementary Education.
Calvin T. Ryan Scholarship: Awarded to an English major.
Dan Windhorst Scholarship: To help support students in the Elementary and/or Special Education Department.
Thomas R. Buecker Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to any student pursuing a minor in public history in the Department of History.
LeeAnn & Jeremiah Clouse Scholarship: Awarded to students pursuing a major in Social Work.
Copley Family Scholarship: Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in History, Social Science, or English.
Lt. Col., Retd. Dale D. & Izona J. Best Endowed Scholarship: Awarded to students who are enrolled in the Departments of History and Social Studies.
Sgt. Justin Duffy Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a student majoring in Criminal Justice or Health Science.
Marsha Fangmeyer Social Work Scholarship: Awarded to students pursuing a major in the Department of Social Work.
Philip S. & Lois C. Holmgren Scholarship: Awarded to a sophomore, junior or senior who is majoring in History or Social Sciences with a minimum 2.8 GPA.
Bruce Kelly Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in political science.
Edna Larsen Memorial Scholarship: To help support a student(s) in the field of Special Education, Speech Pathology, Physical Therapy, or any area of teaching handicapped persons.

Scholarships Based on Affiliations and Backgrounds

Several scholarships at UNK recognize students' affiliations with specific organizations, their connections to particular communities, or their backgrounds.

NCCEF Nebraska Cooperative Council Education Foundation Scholarship Fund in Honor of Michael S.
William F. & Jean A. Johnson Scholarship: For graduates of a Kimball County high school who are full-time undergraduates at UNK.
Law Enforcement Scholarship: For seniors who are the son or daughter of a currently employed, deceased, or retired law enforcement officer within the State of Nebraska.
Fay W. Fuller Scholarship: For students who are residents of either Custer or Logan counties in Nebraska.
George A. Crosscup Scholarship: Awarded to a UNK student whose primary residence is in Buffalo County.
Harold E. Warmath Scholarship: Awarded to a child of a Nebraska farmer, rancher, or persons in an agricultural-related business.
James M. Sidlo Scholarship: The preference for this scholarship is that the recipient should be a resident of York or Hamilton Counties.
W.O. and Beverly Thomas Scholarship: For students of UNK who might be displaced from agricultural occupations by adverse circumstances.
Alpha Tau Omega Scholarship: Awarded to members of Alpha Tau Omega, Zeta Upsilon Chapter, enrolled in any College of UNK.
Grand Island Senior High School Scholarship: Awarded to an incoming freshman student at UNK who has graduated from any Grand Island Nebraska Public High School.
Sumner-Eddyville-Miller High School Scholarship: Enrolled UNK student who has graduated from Sumner-Eddyville-Miller High School.
Ben R. Scholarship: Awarded to student who is a member of the varsity football team at UNK.
Keith County High School Graduate Scholarship: Preference given to graduates of a high school located in Keith County, NE.
Ogallala High School Graduate Scholarship: Preference given to graduates of Ogallala High School who have demonstrated interest in the arts.
Estate Fund Scholarship: For students from Shelton High School and Sandy Creek (formerly Clay Center) High School attending UNK.
Charlie Foster Track Scholarship: To assist male/female student athletes participating in track.
Pleasanton Nebraska High School Scholarship: Recipients must be graduates of Pleasanton Nebraska High School.
Kelly Buck Memorial Scholarship: For candidates pursuing a major in history or political science and be a graduate of Hastings High School (Hastings, NE).
Jeff Kirkpatrick History Scholarship: First preference will be given to candidates who are a graduate of Ainsworth High School in Nebraska.
CBT Community Scholarship: To be considered eligible for the scholarship, the student must commit to living in the community on UNKâs campus and to participating in the learning components of the cohort.

Scholarships Based on Specific Criteria

Some scholarships are awarded based on unique criteria, such as financial need, leadership qualities, or specific skills.

Alice M. & Dick M. Scholarship: Awarded to full-time students with junior or senior class standing, a minimum 2.8 GPA, who graduated from a Nebraska high school, and have exhibited good moral character and citizenship.
Herbert L. and Margaret Cushing Anderson Scholarship:
Mr. & Mrs. Scholarship: To help a dependent of any UNK Office/Service worker employed during the academic term the scholarship is used.
UNKEA Member Scholarship: The recipient of this scholarship must be the child of a UNKEA member who is employed during the academic term for which the scholarship is awarded.
Varsity Football or Men's Basketball Scholarship: Recipient must be a member of the varsity football or men's basketball program, and have graduated from a Nebraska high school.
Tennis Team Scholarship: Any major, and on the men's or women's tennis team. Must be a US citizen or lawful permanent resident. Candidates must be Pell Grant Eligible.
Leyton High School, Sidney High School or Potter-Dix Jr/Sr High School Graduate Scholarship: First Preference shall be giving to students that are pursuing a major in the College of Business and Technology and are graduates of Leyton High School, Sidney High School or Potter-Dix Jr/Sr High School in Cheyenne County, Nebraska.
Music Major Scholarship: Candidates must be majoring in music, have sophomore class standing or above, have cumulative gpa of 3.0 or above.
Woman Music Major Scholarship: Awarded to junior or senior enrolled full time majoring in music; preference to a woman.
Aircraft Systems Management Scholarship: The recipient must be a resident of Hall County or an adjacent county.
Track and Field Scholarship: For undergrad students pursuing any major at UNK, and who are members of the track and field team, dept of athletics; frist preference shall be to a sprinter or long jumper.
Arlen A. B.M. Scholarship
Bilingual Service Scholarship: Provides up to $6,000 annually to live in university housing for students pursuing a degree in a service field with high need for bilingual professionals.
Brian C. & Carey L. Scholarship: Established to provide financial assistance to one or more students enrolled in any college at UNK, and who have a freshman class standing or above.

Additional Opportunities

William L. Bauhard Student Managed Investment Fund: Upper-level finance students to work as professional portfolio managers, researching stocks, analyzing companies, and making investment decisions with real money.

Navigating the Application Process

The University of Nebraska at Kearney provides resources and support to help students navigate the scholarship application process. The Husker Hub offers integrated services from the offices of Scholarships and Financial Aid, University Registrar, and Student Accounts. Students are encouraged to utilize these resources and reach out to the Husker Hub team with any questions or concerns.

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