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Summer Scholars Program & Scholarships

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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is dedicated to supporting our students, including our incoming and prospective students.

Summer Scholars 2023

May 30- June 30

The Summer Scholars Program is a college preparation program for juniors in high school. Selected students will participate in leadership building and career exploration and take a UNO college academic course (3 credits) during UNO's Summer Session.

If selected to participate in the Summer Scholars Program, there is NO cost to the student. Tuition, fees, books, parking permits, etc., will be covered. This is a great opportunity!

To qualify, students must be in junior high school (when applying) and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 grading scale.

Students can apply online using the link below. The application deadline is Monday, March 6, 2023, by 5 P.M.


Essay Topic: Describe two important goals you would like to accomplish within the next five years. Why would you like to participate in the Summer Scholars Program, and how will the Summer Scholars Program play a role in helping you achieve your goals? The essay should be at least 300 words in length.

Apply for the Summer Scholars Program online

The Program

Summer Scholars provides college-bound high school juniors the opportunity to enroll in a course at UNO to earn college credits, prepare for college life, and connect with UNO faculty, staff, and students. The goal of the Summer Scholars Program is to expose high school students to the dynamics of a college campus environment through a pre-college summer session.

In addition to the educational benefits of the program, the scholars receive an increased awareness of current social and cultural issues and an opportunity to grow outside of the classroom.

Eligibility

To become a Summer Scholar at UNO, students must apply for admission and meet the following requirements:

  • Completed application submitted online
  • Upload unofficial high school transcript
  • Provide one Letter of Recommendation
  • At least a 2.0 GPA
  • Show exemplary interest in leadership opportunities post-graduation

Scholarships

Multicultural Affairs offers scholarships that are open to students attending UNO. Each award is based on a student's academic effort, campus and community activity, and financial needs.

It's important to keep in mind that the scholarship amount is disbursed evenly between the fall and spring semesters provided enrollment requirements are met.

The Davis/Chambers Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes the most academically talented students from diverse backgrounds that have trouble meeting the financial requirements of a college education.

The Davis/Chambers Scholarship is recognized as one of the university's most important ways of honoring outstanding Nebraska students.

The Isaacson Incentive Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the Jacob J. and Dossie M. Isaacson Estate and was created to recognize the academic achievements of talented students throughout the Omaha area. Applicants must reside in the Omaha metropolitan area for at least one year prior to applying for this scholarship.

Up to 10 Isaacson Incentive Scholarships could be awarded to first-year students each year. Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,000 per academic year to recipients admitted to UNO. Scholarships are renewable for up to three years.

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Sierra Roseby 
Assistant Director
Multicultural Affairs
1st Floor, Milo Bail Student Center

Phone: 402.554.5974
Email: sroseby@unomaha.edu 

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