Apply to Be a Scott Scholar

Eligible candidates are welcomed into the final applicant pool on a first-come, first served basis, and spots are limited. Secure your interview and an inivitation to Scott Scholars Applicant Day with an early application.

All application materials must be received by the final deadline in order to be considered for review.

Application deadline: Sunday, December 29, 2024 | 11:59 PM

Interested in becoming a UNO Scott Scholar? Then come see what it's like to live like one at our next Open House on Saturday, December 14. Breakfast will be provided!

STEPS FOR SCOTT SCHOLARS APPLICANTS

1. Apply to UNO

Complete the UNO Application for Undergraduate Admission, if you have not already done so already.

Be sure to identify a Scott Scholars-approved STEM major.

2. Obtain Your NUID and Password

The Scott Scholars Application requires you to input your NUID for verification purposes.

3. Submit the Scott Scholars Application

Please be sure to review the program requirements before completing the application.

To begin, access the online Walter Scott, Jr. Scholarship Application.

If you are logged in to your Microsoft account, your browser may store your unfinished application, but it is recommended that you complete the application in one session and save your responses in another document.

To prepare, gather and create the following required application materials before starting the form:

• Resume
• Unofficial or official high school and college transcripts
• ACT Scores
• Digital file of school photo, portrait, or headshot
• Contact information for one STEM-focused recommender to participate in a customized evaluation (they will not submit letters of recommendation)
• Link to your 5-7 minute video

Applicants are required to provide a YouTube link to a 5-7 minute video as part of the application.

Requested Video Format:

Part 1 - Introduction: Introduce yourself, and tell us why the Scott Scholars program is the best place for you to pursue your degree.

Part 2 - Answer the following questions:

1. Who do you regard as a mentor, and why do you look up to them?
2. How are you making, or do you plan to make, a transformative contribution to society?
3. What is the most important thing you’ve learned in high school?

• You can film everything in one take or edit your video how you see fit. Feel free to take breaks and stitch it back together with your favorite video editor.
• You may post your video as "unlisted", meaning only those with a direct link to the video can view it.
• We recommend getting comfortable with your answers and speaking conversationally. Consider writing an outline and practicing from that. Avoid reading from a verbatim script, if possible.

If you have any questions as you complete the application, please email unoscottscholars@unomaha.edu.

4. Next Steps Following Application

Upon receipt of all application materials, eligible applicants will be invited Scott Scholars Applicant Day and an in-person interview with the Scott Scholars Admissions Committee.

Applicant Days & Interview Dates

Eligible candidates are welcomed into the final applicant pool on a first-come, first served basis, and spots are limited. Secure your interview and an inivitation to Scott Scholars Applicant Day with an early application.

Applicant Day: January 18, 2025

Interviews for eligible applicants will be held between January 18 - Febuary 14.