UNO Scholarships for International Students

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

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

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.