Scholarships
Updated: April 23, 2025
Date Due | Individual Scholarships |
|---|---|
9/15/24 | The Gates Scholarship - CLOSED Full cost of attendance for a four-year degree. Please see attached information sheet. The first phase of the scholarship is due September 15th. |
Army ROTC Scholarships - OPEN Go to: Army ROTC Scholarships Page | |
10/15/24 | Riverview Connect Scholarship - CLOSED You must submit a video and commit to attend all Riverview Connect meetings. $3000 |
VARIOUS | ELKS Scholarships - OPEN There are numerous National and State ELKS scholarships at this website with due dates that vary depending on each one. Check them out! |
11/12/24 | Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship - CLOSED Must be submitted online. |
11/18/24 | West Holt Medical Services Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED Follow instructions carefully - open to seniors interested in a health related field. Hand in to Ruppert by 11-15-24 - will open again in spring and be due TBD. |
12/1/24 | Hagan Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship has a financial need component. Submit online. |
12/15/24 | Nebraska Poultry Education Scholarship - CLOSED For students interested in careers in poultry - based in Nebraska. Submit online, 5-$1000 Scholarships awarded. |
1/8/25 | Live Mas Scholarship -CLOSED Taco Bell Foundation -Submit a video (online) due January 8th about your passion! |
1/9/25 | Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED Submit online by January 9th. |
1/14/25 | Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership - Mary Dusek Head Start Scholarship - CLOSED You can send on your own, email or hand in to Mrs. Ruppert by January 10th. |
1/15/25 | Omaha Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women Scholarship - CLOSED Please hand in to Ruppert by January 10th. |
1/17/25 | Nebraska Press Association Scholarship - CLOSED This is for students pursuing newspaper journalism education at a Nebraska college. Please submit via email, no later than January 17th. |
1/31/25 | ACACIA Fraternity Scholarship - CLOSED For freshmen males attending UNL. Submit online. |
2/1/25 | Holt County 4-H Council Senior Scholarship - CLOSED Must have been involved in 4-H. Please hand in to Ruppert by 1-28. |
2/1/25 | Great Plains Communications Customer Scholarship-CLOSED Complete the scholarship application form in full and submit it, along with your most recent transcript by February 1st. (via email - address is listed on the application) |
2/1/25 | Susan Thompson Buffet Scholarship - CLOSED The non-financial application is due February 1st. The financial part (info you get after filling out FAFSA) is due by March 11th. This is a substantial scholarship and the process in lengthy, start early, the website shows criteria and videos with tips on applying. Submit online. |
2/1/25 | Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers - CLOSED Click on "ABOUT" and the Scholarships tab is at the bottom. Is for students planning to enroll in an engineering program. Please hand in to Ruppert no later than 1/31. |
2/3/25 | Elks Legacy Scholarship - CLOSED You must be a child, grandchild of an Elk. This must be done online - Due by 11:59 AM on February 3rd. |
2/7/25 | Nebraska Rural Schools Association Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for students planning to become teachers, counselors or media specialists. Only 1 male and 1 female from each school can apply. Must submit in hard copy form to Ruppert by 2-5. |
2/7/25 | NRCSA - Gary Fisher Fine Arts Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for students who excel in fine arts (Art, Music, Band) and are planning to major in fine arts in college. Please submit to Ruppert by 2-5. |
2/14/25 | Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company - Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship -CLOSED Must be completed and turned in online by February 14th. |
2/19/25 | Bill Lewis Scholarship - Nebraska High School Officials Association- CLOSED You DO NOT have to have a parent who was/is an NSAA official!! You must have been involved in athletics. Application is via email by February 19th OR turn in to Ruppert by 2-14. |
2/20/25 | AKRS Jumpstart Program - OPEN JUNIORS MAY APPLY- *** I cannot locate an actual due date - see Mrs. Ruppert if needed. |
2/25/25 | NIAAA Scholarship-CLOSED National Interscholastic Athletic Administrator Association - You must have been in at least 2 sports for 2 years. Please hand in to Ruppert no later than 2-24 or submit via email. |
2/28/25 | Better Business Bureau - Student of Integrity Award Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship recognizes students who exemplify ethical behavior and personal integrity. Must be submitted online by February 28th. |
3/1/25 | Nebraska School Counselor Association Scholarship - CLOSED Available to all seniors. Please turn in to Ruppert by 2-27 Nebraska School Counselor Association Scholarship Application |
3/1/25 | UNO Teacher Scholars Academy - CLOSED $10,000 per year - for students going into education - submit online by March 1st. |
3/1/25 | American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships - CLOSED There are many different scholarships - some may apply to you, some may not. Check them out! |
Nebraska Legion Scholarships - OPEN Various Scholarships - some may apply to you, some may not. Check them out! Jim Hurlbert Baseball Scholarship - DUE JUNE 15 Maynard Jensen Memorial Scholarship - DUE MARCH 1 American Legion Eagle Scout - DUE MARCH 1 Edgar J. Boschult Memorial Scholarship - DUE MARCH 1 Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Nebraska -DUE MARCH 1 Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Nebraska American Legion Baseball Player of the Year - DUE JULY 15 Samsung American Legion - ONLINE ONLY - must have attended and turned in app at Girls/Boys State last summer | |
3/1/25 | The Weller Foundation Grant - CLOSED Opens October 1st of every year and is due by March 1st, every year. Grants will be paid in August for the Fall semester and January for the Spring semester. This is for students attending a community college or seeking a nursing degree. This must be done online. |
3/1/25 | The Nebraska Academy of Science Scholarship - CLOSED Multiple Scholarship Opportunities Available - Complete and submit online. Various scholarships having to do with the filed of science. Check them out! |
3/1/25 | SEMA Loan Forgiveness/Scholarship -CLOSED This scholarship is for students studying automotive careers. You must apply online. |
3/1/25 | Walter Scott Career Pathway Scholarship - CLOSED Northeast Community College. Submit online - Must be pursuing careers that pertain to agriculture, animal science, horticulture and more. |
3/1/25 | Nebraska Career Scholarship - CLOSED Northeast Community College. Submit online - Must be pursuing careers such as Accounting, Drafting, HVAC, Electrical and more. |
3/1/25 | Central Valley Ag Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for students seeking a degree in agriculture. Submit online by March 1st. |
3/7/25 | The Set Me Free Project/Sydney Loofe Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED Apply online by 3/7 at 5 PM. |
3/8/25 | Niobrara Valley Electric Goodwill Fund Scholarship- CLOSED Parents or students must be a member of the Niobrara Valley Electric Membership Corporation. Please hand in to Ruppert by Wednesday, March 5th. |
3/12/25 | Eastern Star Scholarship - CLOSED Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-12. |
3/14/25 | Atkinson-Stuart Country Club Scholarship - CLOSED Senior golfers may apply, and any students whose parents hold a membership. Please hand in to Ruppert by March 14th. |
3/15/25 | Sandy Pine Scholarship - CLOSED $1000 paid directly to the student. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-13. |
3/15/25 | Whedon Memorial Scholarship - Mayflower - CLOSED $1620 - for any student that resides in Nebraska - must write essay and submit online by 3/15. |
3/15/25 | Gladys D. Goodson Scholarship - CLOSED $2500 - for any student in Nebraska or current college student attending a college or university in Nebraska pursuing an undergraduate degree in nursing. Submit online. |
3/15/25 | Mitchell Equipment Scholarship - CLOSED Selection is based on seniors who express interest in returning to area and display good citizenship. Please email all application materials by 3/15 to miley.prine@mitchellequip.com |
3/15/25 - JUNIORS | JUNIORS - Horatio Alger Association - OPEN Aksarben Scholarship - $10,000 disbursed over the student's college career. For juniors pursuing a bachelor's degree at a post-secondary institution in Nebraska. Must demonstrate financial need. Submit online. |
Opens 3/15/25 SENIORS | SENIORS - Horatio Alger Association - OPENS MARCH 15 Career and Technical Education Scholarships - Submit online. The first first round of scholarships will be awarded by July. Should spaces remain, the application will remain open until all scholarships are awarded. |
3/16/25 | Alyssa Sandmeier Foundation Writing Scholarship -CLOSED This scholarship is for any student planning to enroll in a Nebraska College - $1500. Submit via email by 3-16 |
3/21/25 | Frederick Will Cronk Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors may apply. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-18. |
3/29/25 | Atkison-Ettes Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors may apply hand in to Ruppert (even though it says Mr. Thiele on the form)by 3-27. |
3/31/25 | West Holt Booster Club Scholarship - CLOSED All West Holt Seniors may apply) hand in to Ruppert by 3-28. |
3/31/25 | Holt County Farm Bureau Scholarship - CLOSED Must submit online by 3-31 - the website says 2023 but it is current. |
3/31/25 | Vera E McIntosh Memorial PEO Scholarship - CLOSED Senior girls may apply. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-31. |
3/31/25 | Sowers Club of Nebraska Scholarship - CLOSED All Seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher may apply. Must attend a Nebraska college. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-28. |
4/1/25 | Nebraska Fur Harvesters Scholarship - CLOSED $400 - For any student who shares the values of the Nebraska Fur Harvesters. Please submit to Ruppert by 3/28. |
4/1/25 | Lorraine Lieswald Memorial Scholarship -CLOSED $1000 - All seniors are eligible. -Please hand in to Ruppert 3-28. |
4/1/25 | Jim & Aleta Lowery Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED Any senior may apply, please hand in to Ruppert by 3-27. |
4/1/25 | Tressa Wright Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED All Seniors may apply. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-28. |
4/1/25 | Pink Bandana Scholarship - CLOSED $4000 - For students who have battled breast cancer or have a parent or legal guardian who battled breast cancer. Apply online by 4-1 |
4/1/25 | M. Kenneth Drobny Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors may apply-disregard the due date that says 2020 - I have not received a more current application. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-28. |
4/1/25 | McKenna's Rae of Hope Scholarship - CLOSED This must be done online, it is for students pursuing a degree in mental health. Awarded through the Kearney Area Foundation - submit online by 4-1. |
4/1/25 | Donald Kaup Memorial Knights of Columbus Scholarship - CLOSED Seniors studying agriculture, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or related fields at a 2-year community or technical school) hand in to Mrs. Ruppert by 3-28. |
4/1/25 | St. Patrick's Altar Society Scholarship - CLOSED Must be a member of St. Patrick's Parish. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-28. |
4/1/25 | St. Joseph's Altar Society/Knights of Columbus Scholarships - CLOSED Seniors who attend St. Joseph Catholic Church. Please hand in to Mrs. Ruppert by 3-28. St. Joseph's Altar Society/Knights of Columbus Grant/Scholarship |
4/1/25 | American Legion Riders Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors can apply, please hand in to Mrs. Ruppert by 3-28. |
4/1/25 | Abood Scholarship - CLOSED Offered through Kearney Area Community Foundation. You must attend UNK and be a first generation college student. Complete online by 4-1. |
4/1/25 | Pauline Fulton Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED $1050 -Kearney Area Community Foundation offered to any student accepted into the College of Nursing (UNMC - Kearney Division) for a traditional BSN - Complete online by 4-1. |
4/1/25 | Hands On Scholarship - CLOSED Offered through Kearney Area Community Foundation -$2500 - Any senior, must show financial need. Complete online by 4-1. |
4/1/25 | Nebraska Bank Scholarship - CLOSED Open to seniors attending any college in Nebraska. Please hand in to Mrs. Ruppert by 3-27 or email/deliver directly to the Atkinson branch. |
4/1/25 FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY | Dr. Alan C. Brewster Medical Scholarship - GRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY Please mail to address listed on application or hand-deliver. |
4/1/25 | Davis Chambers Community College Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for up to $2000 per year. You must attend a community college and show financial need. |
4/1/25 | West Holt Education Association Scholarship - CLOSED Seniors pursuing a degree in education, please hand in to Ruppert by 4-1. |
4/4/25 | Werner Scholarship - CLOSED You must be a member of the Atkinson Methodist Church. Please hand in to Ruppert by 3-27. |
4/4/25 | Partners in Education Scholarship- CLOSED Any students majoring in education, please email completed applications to kappleby65@gmail.com by 4-4. |
4/4/25 | Upper Elkhorn NRD Scholarship - CLOSED Must reside or own land in Upper Elkhorn, and pursue natural resources or agriculture career. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-2. |
4/4/25 | Johnny Baxter Carriage House Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for seniors attending a community college studying an automotive field. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-2 |
4/4/25 | Atkinson American Legion Scholarship - CLOSED |
4/7/25 | Atkinson American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship -CLOSED All seniors may apply, please hand in to Ruppert by 4-4. |
4/10/25 | Nebraska Coaches Association Scholarship -CLOSED |
4/10/25 | Farm Bureau Assorted Scholarships - CLOSED - Appears not to open until July? Various scholarships - mostly related to agriculture. Check them out! Submit online. |
4/11/25 | Jack Hoffman Memorial Scholarship - CLOSED The scholarship is for anyone with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who has overcome a significant challenge. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-11 |
4/11/25 | West Holt Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors are encouraged to apply. The application for the foundation scholarship also serves as an application for Spee Dee Mart grants. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-11. |
4/14/25 | Lions Club Scholarship - CLOSED There are 2 applications - one for sons/daughters of Lions Club members and a different one for all seniors - in the event there are no seniors who are sons/daughters of a Lions Club member, the scholarship will be awarded to any West Holt applicant - hand in to Ruppert by 4-14. Lions Club - For Any WH Student - OR Child of Lions Club Member |
4/14/25- CHANGED DUE DATE - TURN IN BY 4-14 | Atkinson Sons of the Legion Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors may apply, please hand in to Ruppert by 4-14. (I know it is crooked, fill it out as best as you can) |
4/15/26 | Atkinson Community Foundation Fund Scholarship - CLOSED Any student from West Holt with a 2.5 GPA is eligible. Please email completed application materials by 4-15 to atkinsoncff@gmail.com . Two - $1000 scholarships will be awarded. |
4/15/25 | Nebraska Department of Transportation Scholarship Program - CLOSED - When I tried to access the "apply" button, it did not work. Looking into this This scholarship is for students pursuing the following careers: Diesel Technology, Electrical Technology, Drafting, Engineering and more. Please submit online by 4-15. |
4/15/25 | Fleming Family Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED All seniors are eligible, please submit online at link below by April 15th. |
4/15/25 | Pheasants Forever Scholarship -CLOSED Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-14. |
4/15/25 | James M. Cox Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED Must attend a Nebraska college, please turn in to Ruppert by 4-14. |
4/15/25 | Geraldine Skopec Teacher Education Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for any senior pursuing a degree in education. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-15. |
4/15/25 | Charles G. Skopec Science Scholarship -CLOSED This scholarship is for any senior pursuing a degree in science, including medical careers. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-15. |
4/17/25 | Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship - CLOSED For students going to a trade school/community college. Submit online by 4-17. |
4/17/25 | Vittles and Such Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is sponsored by Bill and Carolyn Milner. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-17. Disregard the due date of APRIL 9th. |
4/18/25 | West Holt Memorial Hospital Healthcare Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for any senior who plans to pursue a degree in a medical or health related field. Please hand in to Ruppert or turn in to hospital by 4-16. |
4/18/25 | Atkinson Chamber of Commerce Scholarship - CLOSED |
4/21/25 | West Holt Medical Services Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED Follow instructions carefully - open to seniors interested in a health related field. Hand in to Ruppert by 4-16 or submit in person at the hospital. |
4/25/25 | Martens Family Scholarship - OPEN They are awarding 15-$2000 scholarships, please hand in to Ruppert by 4-23. |
4/30/25 | Sandhills Ranch Expo Scholarship - CLOSED Students studying agricultural related fields. Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-23. |
4/30/25 | High Plains National Weather Association - Jim Johnson Scholarship - CLOSED This scholarship is for students pursuing a career in one of the physical sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, etc) Please hand in to Ruppert by 4-27. |
4/30/25 | Let Grow - Think For Yourself Scholarship - OPEN This is a nation-wide scholarship for any senior and requires writing an essay. They will take the first 5000 applications. Submit online by 4-30. |
5/2/25 | Michael T Peters Foundation Scholarship - OPEN This is for Nebraska and Iowa seniors. They award 2-$2000 scholarships. Please email completed application directly to MichaelTPetersFoundation@gmail.com by 5-2. |
6/1/25 | Linhart Family Youth Scholarship - OPEN This scholarship is a financial need based scholarship for any senior. Please submit via email by 6-1. |
7/31/25 | Beta Sigma Psi National Lutheran Fraternity Scholarship - OPEN For men attending the University of Nebraska - Lincoln -and have displayed excellent scholastic achievement, leadership in school, community and church involvement. Send on your own by July 31, 2025. |
8/1/25 | Kids Chance of Nebraska Scholarship - OPEN For students whose parent/guardian has been injured in a work-related incident. This is renewable. Please submit online (by August 1st of 2025 for Fall of 2025) and visit the website for a full list of eligibility requirements. |