UNO offers a wide range of scholarship programs to first-year students and upper-class students already in attendance.
UNO Scholarships
Merit and/or financial need scholarships offered through the University of Nebraska at Omaha have special eligibility criteria and may require the applicant to submit an application via MavLINK.
Current or Transfer Students
View current scholarship opportunities and submit an application via MavLINK by March 1.
First-Year Students
Graduating high school seniors should submit (1) an Application for Admission by February 1st, (2) ACT/SAT scores through the February test date of their senior year, and (3) a FAFSA form.
First-year students who are Nebraska residents and graduating high school seniors must be admitted to UNO and have all ACT/SAT scores on file with Admissions by February 28, 2024 for scholarship consideration.
Outside Scholarships
Privately funded with separate applications external to UNO. Find out how to process outside scholarship checks.
Scholarship Search Programs
Submit your application materials directly to the awarding organization and meet all their requirements and deadlines. Some organization, not expressly endorsed by UNO, include,
ScholarshipQuest (free database from EducationQuest Foundation, also has links to national scholarship sites)
Sallie Mae Scholarship Search (and Sallie Mae Graduate Scholarship Search)