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UNO Scholarships for International Students

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International students at UNO can find various opportunities to help pay for their education.

International Academic Excellence Scholarship for Undergraduates

The UNO International Academic Excellence Scholarship funds partial tuition costs for awarded undergraduate students, starting at approximately $3,000 per year*. 

  • Renewable for five years or until you receive a bachelor’s degree, whichever occurs first.
  • Applies to on-campus courses only.
  • Open to first-time and transfer undergraduate students.
  • Requires full-time enrollment in at least 12 credit hours unless otherwise approved.
  • On-campus courses during the summer term may be included at a pro-rated scholarship amount.

All newly admitted first-time and transfer undergraduate students will automatically be considered for the International Academic Excellence Scholarship after admission.

*Actual scholarship amounts vary based on tuition costs. The International Academic Excellence Scholarship cannot be combined with other tuition-remission-based scholarships. 

Makino Scholarship

The Yutaka Makino Scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate student from Shizuoka City, Japan, nominated by the SHARE organization. This scholarship honors the legacy of Mr. Yutaka Makino, a lifelong advocate for international exchange and a longtime friend of UNO. The scholarship covers the difference between resident and non-resident tuition rates and may be renewed through graduation for degree-seeking students.

  • Eligibility: Undergraduate students nominated by SHARE (Shizuoka, Japan)
  • Volunteer Requirement: 10 hours per semester
  • GPA Requirement: Minimum 3.0 GPA

NEW! Sieu Mei Tu Endowment Fund Scholarship

The Sieu Mei Tu Endowment at UNO supports international engagement and fosters connections among UNO students and faculty through academic and cultural programs.

  • Award Amount: Varies
  • Duration: One-time, non-renewable
  • Eligibility:
    • Must be a graduate from a high school in Asia
    • Must be a newly admitted UNO student
    • Must be admitted to a degree seeking program at UNO
  • Fall Application Period: EXTENDED to August 1 due to ongoing visa interview pause

How to Apply:

  1. Log in to unomaha.academicworks.com using your UNO NetID and password.
  2. Complete the General Application
  3. If eligible, the Sieu Mei Tu Endowment award application will appear under "Other Recommended Opportunities"
  4. Select "Apply"
  5. Submit application and required essay

The Sieu Mei Tu Endowment

NEW! Sir Cyril Taylor Memorial Award 2025-2026

Students from the United Kingdom who are admitted to UNO are eligible for the Sir Cyril Taylor Memorial Award. Two awards of $5,000 each are available.

  • Eligbility: Undergraduate, graduate, or non-degree seeking student at UNO
Email unointernational@unomaha.edu for details

Tom and Janet Miller Scholarship

The Tom and Janet Miller Scholarship is a $1,000 award for students experiencing financial hardship who attended ILUNO and are pursuing full-time undergraduate studies at UNO. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Contact International Student Advising to learn more and apply.


Academic and College-Specific Scholarships

International students may become eligible for college-specific academic scholarships once they are enrolled. Individual academic departments at UNO offer scholarship opportunities for all students. Eligibility, selection criteria, amount, and duration vary by department and program.

For more information about college-based scholarships, please visit each college’s website:

  • College of Information Science & Technology Scholarships
  • College of Arts and Sciences Scholarships
  • College of Business Administration Scholarships
  • College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media Scholarships
  • College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences Scholarships

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate assistantships are competitive and awarded to students with high academic performance and potential at the graduate level. The duties of a GA may include:

  • teaching
  • instructing and supervising undergraduate-level labs
  • grading or evaluating the performance of undergraduate students
  • collecting and processing research data for faculty
  • preparing presentation materials
Learn More in the Graduate Catalog

On-Campus Employment

Many international students have part-time jobs on campus. International students on F-1 visas are eligible to work on campus up to 20 hours per week (including any graduate assistantship responsibilities).

Check out the campus job postings with Maverick Student Employment.


Additional UNO Scholarship Information

  • For general information about scholarships and financial support, please visit UNO’s Office of Financial Support and Scholarships.
  • For information about graduate-specific funding opportunities, contact the Office of Graduate Studies.

External Scholarship and Funding

International students may apply for other grants and scholarships. Each student is responsible for finding, applying for, and reporting external scholarships.

EducationUSA

Advisers can help prospective students search for scholarships, assist with applications, and prepare for visa interviews. Find your nearest EducationUSA Advising Center or search the EducationUSA website for more information about available financing opportunities.

Scholarship Search Platforms

Websites like fastweb list many scholarship opportunities for international students. Carefully read the eligibility criteria and guidelines before applying.


Local and National Scholarships, Grants, and Loans

Many national, regional, and local governments operate programs to fund education abroad, sometimes in exchange for working at home after completing studies. We have placed information in the table below, and students are encouraged to check with their government to explore other potential funding opportunities. 

Location

Study Level

Program or Opportunity

Brazil

Undergraduate

The Tech Fellow application is open from April to June, and any Brazilian undergraduate students in majors and minors in the tech field in any country and university can apply. The scholarship covers up to 95% of what students need in terms of cost of attendance.

Learn More and Apply

Brazil

Graduate

Undergraduate

Programa de Bolsas Líderes Estudar offers financial support for Brazilians pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Brazil or abroad.

Learn More and Apply

Costa Rica

Graduate

Undergraduate

CONAPE is an educational loan program offering student loans for Costa Rican citizens seeking to study abroad for Undergraduate or Graduate programs.

Learn More and Apply

Guatemala

Graduate

GuateFuturo is a financial assistance program for Guatemalan citizens seeking to pursue Graduate level coursework abroad.

Learn More and Apply

India

Graduate

Undergraduate

Education Future Foundation is an annual scholarshop program for students from India who are looking to study in the US at undergraduate or postgraduate levels. Scholarships range between $10,000-$12,000.

Learn More and Apply

Latin America & Caribbean

Graduate

Undergraduate

Organization of American States - The Rowe Fund is an educational loan program of the Organization of American States (OAS) that helps citizens from Latin America and Caribbean OAS Member States finance their studies or research at accredited universities in the U.S. by awarding interest-free loans of up to $15,000. 

Learn More and Apply

Mexico

Graduate

FUNED Masters is an educational loan and scholarship program offering scholarships and tuition loan discounts for Mexican citizens seeking to study abroad for a master’s degree.

Learn More and Apply

Application Tips

Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and jobs can be competitive. To help your application stand out:

  • Be Complete. Read the application thoroughly before you respond to the questions. This will help you think of ideas for each section and plan for addressing every question on the application. The form should be completely filled out. References to "see resume or statement of purpose" will not be accepted as complete. The application should look like you gave it a lot of effort.
  • Be Neat. Write a rough draft before submitting your scholarship application. Grammar, spelling, and overall appearance are important. A professional, well-organized application will please the reviewers.
  • Be Focused. Ensure your responses are focused on the topic of each question.
  • Be Thoughtful. Unless instructed otherwise, do not feel limited to the space provided on the application form. If you run out of space, include more information in a separate document. An effective response will fully and succinctly answer the question.
  • Be Yourself! The application is the only way the reviewers have to learn about you. It is your opportunity to show the committee who you are and what you value most. Be yourself and share how your values align with the specific criteria of the application.

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