Many opportunities. One application.
Through the generosity of many donors, CBA awards more than $1.5 million in scholarships annually.
All CBA students are welcome to apply for scholarships through the College of Business Administration. Scholarships are available to incoming freshmen, transfer students, current students, and graduate students.
The scholarship application opens each October for the following academic year. For example, the application that opens in October 2026 is for scholarships awarded for the 2027–2028 academic year.
Scholarship review and awarding begins in the spring, so students are encouraged to apply by March 1 for the best consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted through June; however, scholarship funds are limited, and some or all scholarships may already be awarded by that time.
How do I apply?
To apply for CBA scholarships, a student must first be admitted to the College of Business Administration.
To access and complete the scholarship application:
- Sign in to AcademicWorks, the University’s scholarship management system. (You must first be admitted to the university to access this site. You must be admitted to the College of Business Administration to access CBA scholarships.)
- Complete and submit the General Application Questions for university-wide scholarships.
- Complete and submit the Conditional Application for CBA Scholarships.
What will I need to submit as part of the application?
- A 500-word essay prompt, answering the question: What motivates you to pursue a business degree? How will a scholarship help you achieve your goals?
- A résumé showing commitment to your community and school through volunteer service and extracurricular activities
I've submitted my application. What's next?
A committee of faculty and staff reviews all scholarship applications. The committee notifies scholarship recipients through AcademicWorks in spring and summer.
Questions about the application process?
Contact Bethany Hughes at: 402.554.3192 or bjhughes@unomaha.edu
FAFSA
Scholarships based on financial need require students to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aide (FAFSA). To ensure consideration for all possible awards, applicants are encouraged to complete the FAFSA, regardless of income.
All scholarships are administered without regard for race, color, religion, age, gender, marital status, political affiliation, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.