UNR External Scholarships for Students: A Comprehensive Guide
Securing funding for higher education can be a daunting task, but numerous external scholarships are available to students pursuing their academic dreams at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). This guide provides a detailed overview of various scholarships, their eligibility criteria, and target beneficiaries, aiming to simplify the search and application process for prospective students.
Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors
Several scholarships target graduating high school seniors, offering financial assistance for their transition to college.
- The Edward Arcinega Scholarship: This scholarship supports graduating seniors from Churchill County High School, Charter School, or a Churchill County Home-school program who plan to study at a 2-4 year college and have studied a foreign language for at least four years.
- The Mary Bisoni Scholarship: Specifically for graduating high school seniors from Eureka High School, this scholarship assists those planning to attend a vocational or technical school.
- The Boston Family Scholarship: High school seniors, college sophomores, or juniors planning to attend a 4-year college in Nevada to pursue a teaching degree are eligible for this scholarship.
- The Caesars Nevada Team Member Scholarship: Children of Nevada Caesars Entertainment employees, especially those of tip and wage earners who are graduating high school seniors, can apply for this scholarship.
- The Don Carano Legacy Scholarship: Dependents of Caesars Entertainment Team Members who are graduating high school seniors or enrolled in a college or advanced learning program can receive support through this scholarship. The qualifying Team Member must be a Grade 14 or below, have a minimum of two years of service with the company, and be in good standing.
- The Meruelo Family Scholarship: This scholarship supports dependents of Grand Sierra Resort & Casino and Sahara Las Vegas team members who are graduating high school seniors or enrolled in a college or advanced learning program. The qualifying Team Member must be a full-time employee at a qualifying property, have a minimum of one year of employment, and be in good standing at the time of application.
- The NV Energy Powerful Partnerships Scholarship: High school seniors in the northern Nevada service area can apply for this scholarship, with 20-30 scholarships between $1,000-$1,500 awarded, and two additional $2,000 scholarships for dependents of NV Energy employees.
- The Reno & Gloria Quilici Scholarship: This scholarship is for graduating seniors and Churchill residents who demonstrate potential, drive, and a likelihood to succeed, even if they believe college is out of reach.
- The Reno Central Rotary Scholarship: Graduating seniors from Wooster and Hug High Schools are eligible for this scholarship.
- The Mark & Carol Steingard Family Scholarship: This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who are first-generation college students and will attend TMCC or UNR to pursue a business or education degree.
- The John Stockman Memorial Scholarship: Graduating seniors from high schools or home schools in Washoe, Douglas, Carson City, Storey, Lyon, and Churchill counties, as well as South Lake Tahoe High School, can apply.
- The Systems Consultants Scholarship: This scholarship is for graduating seniors from Churchill County High School, Churchill County Charter School, or a Churchill County home-school program who are interested in math or computer science.
- The Claudine Williams Harrah's Las Vegas Employee Scholarship: Any high school senior whose parent or guardian is a full-time employee in grade L14 or below and employed by Harrah's for at least three consecutive years can apply.
- The Mary J. Yamamoto Memorial Scholarship: Young women graduating high school seniors from Nevada and Michigan who will be attending accredited colleges, universities, or trade schools to obtain a 2 or 4-year degree or certificate are eligible.
Scholarships for Specific Fields of Study
Several scholarships are tailored to students pursuing specific academic disciplines, providing targeted financial support for their chosen fields.
- The Alan Bain Initiative in Math or Science: This initiative rewards students in 9th-12th grade for their achievements in science or math, based on their submitted project.
- The Jack and Jane Becker Medical School Scholarship: This scholarship is for students entering or currently attending UNR Medical School who are graduates of a Northern Nevada High School and current Nevada residents.
- Lexa and Marla DaVee Family Scholarship: For Nevada students interested in pursuing a future in healthcare or related sciences, who plan to attend a 2- or 4- year college or university, community college, or trade school. Preference for this scholarship will be for Hispanic students, indigenous students, first-generation college students, students from rural communities, and particularly for applicants with significant financial need.
- General Fred Michel Memorial Scholarship: For students interested in aviation and plan to pursue it as a career. This scholarship has the potential to be renewed with reapplication.
- Jean Bear Mullins Memorial Scholarship: Students from Washoe County who have been accepted to or are currently enrolled in a Physician Assistant program or Medical School program can apply for this scholarship.
- The Phil & Jennifer Satre Medical Education Scholarship: This scholarship supports UNR students who are enrolled in the UNR Med School's Post-Baccalaureate Program or rising 1st-year medical students, providing support for individuals committed to pursuing a medical degree with the intent to practice in Nevada.
- Alex Sevcsik Opportunity Scholarship Fund: This fund is for AACT (Academy of Arts Careers and Technology) students, with a preference for those pursuing a degree in Business or Automotive Technologies.
- The Eugene & Nadine Stegelmeyer Scholarship: Eligible students are graduating seniors in a Washoe County High School (or students pursuing post-secondary or graduate studies in teaching and/or geriatrics) who will attend teaching and/or geriatric programs through a community or junior college, private school, or accredited college or university-in or outside of Nevada.
Scholarships Based on Specific Criteria or Affiliations
Some scholarships are designed for students meeting specific criteria or having particular affiliations, offering unique opportunities for those who qualify.
- The Orville Belding Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is for student athletes born and raised in Nevada and graduating from a Washoe County High School.
- The Foster Children Education Scholarship: High school graduates who are, or have been, in foster care in the state of Nevada and who intend to earnestly pursue higher education with at least a 3.0 GPA are eligible for this scholarship.
- The GIAR First-Generation Grandmothers Scholarship: This scholarship is for first-generation young women from Nevada or Hawaii of Portuguese, Mexican, Central American, and South American Ancestry.
- Otto A. Huth Scholarship Fund: This fund supports youth who are about to age out of foster care or have already aged out of foster care in the state of Nevada and are seeking support for post-high school education (university, community college, business school, and trade school) at institutions located within the United States. Applicants must apply before their 21st birthday.
- The Orlo M. Kintz and Stanley M. Kintz Memorial Scholarship Endowment: This endowment is for students with a high level of academic achievement and community involvement who plan to attend a school with a strong program for their chosen major.
- Gordon Lymbery Scholarship: For students who graduated from a Northern Nevada high school, or received a GED, and are seeking a certificate or degree.
- The Nevada Air National Guard Scholarship: Active enlisted members or their dependents attending UNR can apply for this scholarship.
- Officer Mike Scofield Memorial Scholarship: Graduates or graduating seniors of northern Nevada high schools are eligible for this scholarship.
- Nicole Snyder Memorial Scholarship Fund: This fund is open to Douglas High School seniors pursuing university, college, community college, trade school, technical institute, vocational training, or other post-secondary education programs. The award requires that you have earned a varsity letter or anticipate earning a varsity letter this school year and that you maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Scholarships for Students Attending Specific Institutions
Some scholarships are specifically for students attending Truckee Meadows Community College, Western Nevada College, or Great Basin College.
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- The Ron & Linda Smith Family Scholarship: A one-time award of up to $1,000 for a student attending Truckee Meadows Community College, Western Nevada College, or Great Basin College, who is pursuing a degree or certificate program.
Scholarships for Specific Programs
- Academy Scholarships: These scholarships are available for individuals interested in becoming Firefighters or joining Law Enforcement. The EMT (Emergency Medical Technician Course) is a prerequisite for applying to the Academies.
- Continued Education: For current firefighters or law enforcement officials wanting to enhance their formal learning activities.
- Read With Me Preschool Scholarship: Provides one year of preschool tuition for children who show an aptitude for reading, ages 2.5 to 5, to attend select schools in Reno and Sparks.
- The Reno Pops Orchestra Hillary Case Memorial Scholarship: Applicants must be participants in Reno Pops Orchestra and must be committed to making music a part of their life. High school seniors, college students, and returning college students are eligible to apply.
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