BBB Midwest Plains provides three $2,000 scholarships for each of the five regions in its service area: Kansas City & western Missouri, Kansas Plains, Lincoln & Greater Nebraska, Omaha & Southwest Iowa, and South Dakota.
The BBB Students of Integrity Scholarship program honors students who demonstrate outstanding leadership and integrity.
The application and more information can be found here.
DEADLINE: February 28, 2025
One $500 scholarship is being offered to a person enrolled in a four-year healthcare professional program.
Applicants must:
Be a Nebraska resident
Have a Veteran connection or be a Veteran
American Legion Auxiliary Healthcare Professional Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
One $500 scholarship is being offered to a qualified applicant accepted into an undergraduate or graduate (master's only) program at a four-year Nebraska college or university. Preference will be given to a former Nebraska Girls State Citizen who is seeking to teach middle school or junior high social studies
Applicants must:
Be a Nebraska resident
Have a Veteran connection or be a Veteran
American Legion Auxiliary ALA Memorial Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
One $500 scholarship is being offered to a graduating senior who is planning to attend a community college, trade school, and/or college or university offering two-year programs.
*This scholarship excludes applicants enrolled in a school of nursing
Applicants must:
Be a resident of Nebraska
Have a Veteran connection or be a Veteran
Legion Auxiliary Career & Technical Education Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
$500 scholarships are being offered to applicants who meet the following criteria:
Applicants must be a current member of a Sons of the American Legion Squadron in Nebraska or a son, grandson, great-grandson, adopted son or stepson, step-grandson, or step great-grandson of any military veteran alive or deceased, if not a current Legion member, provide a copy of the veteran's DD214 discharge papers or any other verifying documents
Must be enrolled or accepted full time in an accredited Nebraska institution of higher education which includes university, college, or technical school, public or private
Sons of the American Legion Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
Charles W. Herbster is offering three (3) $2,000 scholarships to the students of the Falls City High School graduating class.
The application can be accessed here.
Deadline: March 1, 2025
$500 scholarships are available to students meeting the following criteria:
Applicants must be sons, daughters, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren, adopted or stephchildren of members of Department of Nebraska, The American Legion or POW, MIA, KIA, or any veteran that was a current Legion member at time of death
Must be enrolled or in the process of being enrolled full time in an accredited Nebraska institution of higher education to include university, college, or technical school, public or private
Maynard Jensen American Legion Memorial Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
Five $1,000 scholarships are available
Scholarship Criteria:
Applicant must be a child or grandchild of a current Ag Partners member-owner or employee
High school senior, graduating in spring 2025
Enrolled at a post-secondary institution immediately following high school graduation
Demonstrate leadership abilities, academic performance, and desire to further their education and career in an agriculture-related field
To apply, complete the online application.
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
Three scholarship winners from the Agriculture Marketing category and three scholarship winners from the Agriculture Education category
Scholarship Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior, graduating in Spring 2025 OR currently attending a post-secondary institution
Attend an educational institution in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, or Arkansas
Enrolled in a post-secondary institution for the Fall 2025
Find the application and more information here.
DEADLINE: March 1, 2025
Two $500 scholarships are being offered by the Falls City Volunteer Fire Department.
Preference is given to children/grandchildren of 1st responders, but is not a requirement.
FC Volunteer Fire Dept Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 7, 2025
One (1) $200 scholarship is available to a Richardson County female high school senior who is planning to enter the field of education.
Iota Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship Application
Deadline: March 14, 2025
One scholarship in the amount of $1,620 will be awarded.
Scholarship criteria:
High School Senior
Planning to attend a 4-year college
More information and the application can be found here.
Deadline: March 14, 2025
Two scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each
Scholarship criteria:
High school senior pursuing higher education to become a teacher in the Nebraska Public School System
Plan to attend a college or university in Nebraska
Minimum 3.0 G.P.A.
The application and more information can be found here.
DEADLINE: March 14, 2025
Please visit the Lincoln Community Foundation's website for instructions and a full listing of scholarships available.
DEADLINE: March 15, 2025
Two scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each will be awarded to graduating Seniors who plan to continue their education at a two-year or four-year institution for the Fall 2025 term. These are one year nonrenewable awards.
Scholarship criteria
Graduating Senior
Planning to attend a two-year or four-year institution for the Fall 2025 term
Immediate family member of a current Southeast Nebraska Communications customer
For more information and to access the application visit https://sentco.net/scholarships/
DEADLINE: March 14, 2025
The Hagan Foundation is offering scholarships of up to $7,500 a semester.
Eligibility Requirements
1. Must attend a high school located in the United States.
2. All high school students eligible regardless of nationality.
3. Must be fluent in the English language.
4. Must be in the high school graduating class.
5. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.
6. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.
7. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
8. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
9. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2025 until September 1, 2025. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.
10. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all adult members of a household living under the same roof.
11. Applicants are not required to provide FAFSA information. Finalists must provide the FAFSA Summary showing the SAI.
12. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.
The intended scholarship recipient is a high-achieving goal-driven student having substantial financial need.
Hagan Foundation Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 15, 2025
One $700 and one $1,000 scholarship are being offered to a graduating senior from a Falls City high school who plans to attend a four-year college or university.
Scholarships will be awarded based on academic standing and merit.
Falls City Rotary & Louis and Nellie Ebel Memorial Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 17, 2025
One $2,500 scholarship is being offered in memory of Gale Marsh. This scholarship will be paid out over a 2-year period ($1,250.00 each year) with payments being made directly to the school at the appropriate time.
Scholarship criteria:
Graduating senior from a Falls City High School
Planning to pursue a career in one of the following trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding technology, diesel-ag equipment service technology, building construction technology, or agriculture business management and technology
Desired cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
Gale Marsh Memorial Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 17, 2025-Return completed application to the counselor's (Mrs. E) office
$1,000 scholarship is being offered to a graduating senior of Falls City High School who plans to attend a four-year college or university.
Preference will be given to students who either plan to teach math at the middle school, high school, or college level, or plan to enter a career field that requires quite a few math courses (Ex. Engineering, Architecture, Accounting, Computer Science, etc.)
Falls City Rotary Wilber Roesch Math Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 17, 2025
The Falls City Educational Foundation will be offering the following scholarships this spring to graduating seniors from Falls City High School who plan to continue their education this fall by attending a vocational or 2-year college:
$4,500 "William and Genevieve Margrave Memorial Scholarship"
$3,500 "The Falls City High School Alumni Association Scholarship"
$3,500 "The Rod and Janis Vandeberg Memorial Scholarship"
$1,400 "The Virgil J. Gerlt Memorial Scholarship"
$1,300 "The Falls City Educational Foundation Scholarship"
$900 "The Kyle Huppert Memorial Scholarship"
Selection for these scholarships will be based on the applicant's academic achievements, involvement in both school and community activities, and the quality and content of the application.
FCEF 2-year Scholarship Application. (Only ONE application is necessary to apply for all of these scholarships)
DEADLINE: March 25,2025-Return completed application to the counselor's (Mrs. E) office
Winners will be notified by the Foundation by May 6, 2025.
The Falls City Educational Foundation will be offering the following scholarships this spring to graduating seniors from Falls City High School who plan to continue their education this fall by attending a 4-year college/university:
$6,000 "The John S. & Ethel A Boswell Memorial Scholarship"
$4,500 "The William & Genevieve Margrave Memorial Scholarship"
$3,500 "The Falls City High School Alumni Association Scholarship"
$2, 500 "The Scott Schrock Memorial Scholarship"
$2,000 "The Harriett Hunker Scholarship"
$1,800 "The Jim and Diane Sefried Family Scholarship"
$1,400 "The Virgil J. Gerlt Memorial Scholarship"
$1,200 "The Margaret Goldsmith Rice Memorial Scholarship"
$1,000 "The Ralph W. Sympson Memorial Scholarship"
$1.000 "The Jug Brown Memorial Scholarship"
$1,000 "Judith Carter Memorial Scholarship"
$1,000 "The Dorothy M. Haws Family Scholarship"
$1,000 "The Donna & Paul Weinert Memorial Scholarship"
$1,000 "The Delpha Yoder Findley Memorial Scholarship"
$900.00 "The Orris C. Hatch Scholarship"
$900.00 "The Carol Hall Youssefi Memorial Scholarship"
Selection for these scholarships will be based on the applicant's academic achievements, involvement in both school and community activities, and the quality and content of the application.
*Several of these scholarships give preference to students going into certain fields of study, such as Business Administration and education, so if you have decided on a field of study, be sure to complete that portion of the application and include it in your letter. Some scholarships have preference for working part-time during high school, so you also might want to highlight that in your letter.
FCEF 4-year Scholarship Application (Only ONE application is necessary to apply for all of these scholarships)
DEADLINE: March 25, 2025-Return completed application to counselor's (Mrs. E) office
Winners will be notified by the Foundation by May 6, 2025.
A $1,000 scholarship will be offered to a graduating senior of Falls City High School who plans to attend either a 4-year college or university, 2-year community college, or technical school. The scholarship will not be limited to any filed or area of study.
The awarding of this scholarship will be based on the applicant's academic qualification, work ethic, attitude, ambition, intergrity, leadership abilities, involvement in both school and community activities and service, along with the quality and content of the application. Class rank shall not inhibit this application.
Kathryn Bartek Memorial Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 25, 2025-Return completed application to counselor's (Mrs. E) office
The $4,000 Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Scholarship will be offered to a Falls City High School graduating senior who plans to attend a 4-year college or university with an ROTCH program and who plans to enroll in such program.
The scholarship will be given at a rate of $1,000 per year for up to 4 years as long as the recipient remains in the ROTC program.
The awarding of this scholarship will be based on the applicant's academic qualification, work ethic, attitude, ambition, intergrity, leadership abilities, involvement in both school and community activities and service, along with the quality and content of the application. Class rank shall not inhibit this application.
DEADLINE: March 25, 2025-Return completed application to counselor's (Mrs. E) office
One scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be offered to a graduating senior of Falls City High School.
Scholarship criteria:
Planning to attend either a 4-year college or university, a 2-year community college, or a technical school
Planning to major in an agriculture-related field
The awarding of this scholarship will be based on the applicant's academic qualification, work ethic, attitude, ambition, intergrity, leadership abilities, involvement in both school and community activities and service, along with the quality and content of the application. Class rank shall not inhibit this application.
Albert Rieschick and Family Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 25, 2025-Return completed application to counselor's (Mrs. E) office
$500 scholarship to one male and one female from Falls City High school and $300 scholarship to one male and one female from Falls City High School. Scholarships will be awarded to seniors planning on attending a college, university, community college, or vocational school to pursue their education.
Academic qualification, work ethic, attitude, ambition, integrity, leadership abilities and sportsmanship will be considered in selecting the scholarship winners along with financial need. Special attention will be given to the financial need of the applicant and will not necessarily be based on class rank or ACT scores.
DEADLINE: March 28, 2025-Return completed application to counselor's office
Scholarship Criteria:
Identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color (BIPOC) or be an immigrant or refugee
Currently residing in the states of Nebraska or Iowa
Be a high school senior or college student enrolled in an accredited college or university
Be pursing a major/minor in Accounting, Finance, STEM, or Law
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Demonstrate financial need
For more information and to access the application visit the MAC Foundation website.
DEADLINE: March 30, 2025
2025 Value: $500, non-renewable
Easton was a 16-yr old, incoming Junior at Falls City Sacred Heart, when he tragically died in a car accident in July 2017. This award is given to one senior who best exemplifies the qualities of character, academics, service, family values, and leadership during their time in high school as Easton did.
Students will be judged on the following components:
1) Character – Obtain two letters of recommendation. One from a teacher who
can attest to your character. One from a coach, principal, boss, etc., but outside
the classroom, who knows your character well.
2) Family Values – Please tell us a little about your immediate family, and what
family means to you.
3) Academics – Please attach a copy of your transcript showing your grade point
average of 3.5 or higher.
4) School Activities – On a separate sheet of paper, please list your school
activities in the following two areas: Non-athletic and Athletic (include the
number of years of participation)
5) Leadership/Service – On a separate sheet of paper, please list your community
activities, service projects, and organizations in which you have participated, with
an approximate amount of time, as well as detailing your job and/or contribution
to the activity/organization.
6) Essay – Write a short essay, approximately 200-400 words, on what character is
to you, and how your character will affect your ability to succeed after high
school.
7) A Senior attending Falls City High School.
8) Registered to attend a two-year or four-year college or university, or a trade
school (the award will be given following the first proven semester,
trimester, or quarter of academic performance).
9) Complete the attached application.
10) Applications are being accepted now & will be due on Monday, March 31,
2025, by NOON.
**Please organize the above-listed items and put them in a folder or a manilla
envelope before turning them in to your counselor.
F&M Bank will be awarding 3 scholarships:
One (1) $1,000 scholarship to any graduating Senior of the Falls City community that will be attending a college or trade school in the filed of Finance/Banking
Two (2) $500 scholarships for any graduating Senior of the Falls City community that will be attending a college or trade school
F&M Bank Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 31, 2025
Frontier Bank is proud to continue the tradition of the Centennial Scholarship program that was established by the former Richardson County Bank & Trust Company in 1980 when the bank observed its 100th anniversary.
Two (2) $1,750 scholarships, one in Business and one in Agriculture, will be awarded to outstanding students who have graduated from a Richardson County High School and are furthering their education at a four-year college.
Frontier Bank Centennial Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: April 1, 2025
$2,000 scholarship opportunity for students interested in attending a Nebraska community college to study in an automotive-related field.
Carriage House Foundation Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: April 4, 2025
Two scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each are awarded annually to students who are graduating from a high school in Richardson County, Nebraska or State Approved Home School.
Scholarships will be awarded to those entering a two- or four-year college with a declared major in the healthcare field. Winners will be able to renew the scholarship for one (1) additional year if they maintain a 3.0 GPA and retain a healthcare major.
DEADLINE: April 7, 2025
The Tiger Booster Club is awarding up to eight (8) scholarships divided equally between boys and girls. A $400 scholarship will be awarded to one boy and one girl for outstanding athletic and academic achievement. Additionally, up to six $300 scholarships are awarded equally to boys and girls.
Scholarship criteria
Senior graduating from Falls City high school in May 2025
Must have participated in athletics at the varsity level and be in good standing with the school
Must plan to enter a post-secondary school, either 2-year or 4-year, after graduation
Applicants entering the active military are eligible for their award after completing their military service
Members of active reserve or National Guard my receive their award while on active reserve status and attending a post-secondary school
The application can be accessed here.
Deadline: April 15, 2025
This scholarship covers 30 total credit hours (tuition and fees) at Southeast Community College.
Scholarship criteria for current Falls City HS Seniors:
Qualify for free or reduced lunch program (as defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture)
Planning to attend SCC Milford, Beatrice, Lincoln or SCC Learning Centers
SCC Learn to Dream Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: April 15, 2025
The Richard and Marilyn Guilliams Trust will be awarding two (2) $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Falls City High School in the spring of 2025. One will be given to a male and one will be given to a female who plan to continue their education in any two year or four year accredited college or university.
Preference will be given to students who competed in at least two sports per year of high school and have at least a 3.0 grade point average. Other considerations will be involvement in community, church, and other school activities.
Guilliams Trust Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: April 22, 2025
The 2025 Student-View Scholarship Program is offering over $13,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school. The program includes:
One $10,000 scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships
Three $500 scholarships
To "apply", go to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area.
The scholarships will be awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications.
DEADLINE: April 23, 2025
Horatio Alger Association Scholarships: 4 types of scholarships
1-State Scholarships
2-National Scholarships
3-Career & Technical Scholarships
4-Targeted Scholarships
The State & National Scholarships are for HS Juniors who meet the eligibility criteria.
The Targeted Scholarships are for HS Seniors.
The Career & Technical Scholarships are for HS Graduates or GED equivalency
As one of the nation's largest need-based college scholarship programs, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger Association seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need.
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/
State scholarships are awarded to eligible students in all fifty states and the District of Columbia. The program specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them to become successful business and civic leaders.
To be eligible to apply for a Horatio Alger State Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria*:
Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
Be a United States citizen
The John H. Morehead Memorial Scholarship
The family of John H. Morehead is pleased to announce a scholarship in the amount of $5,000 to a current college student who is planning to continue his or her education at a four-year college or university for the 2024-2025 school year.
The requirements for the scholarship are as follows:
1. The applicant must be a graduate of a Richardson County high school.
2. The applicant must be currently enrolled in a 4-year college or university.
3. The applicant must have a cumulative college GPA of at least 3.0, having completed the first year.
4. Graduate students are not eligible.
5. The applicant is required to submit all application materials by June 15, 2024.
The scholarship shall be awarded based on the following criteria:
· The student has proven that he or she is capable of hard work and sustained achievement through academics, work history, and involvement in activities and organizations,
· The student’s goals regarding college and life after college show evidence of good character, sound ambition, and service to others.
The scholarship application is available in the Falls City High School, Sacred Heart School, and HTRS Public Schools guidance counselor offices, or by emailing Kristine Hansen-Cain at khansencain@mac.com
Please submit the following. Application must be typewritten, signed and dated:
a. application form
b. completed essay questions
c. copy of high school transcript
d. official copy of college/university transcript*
e. character letter of recommendation (completed by a pastor or priest, employer, Scout leader, etc. but not a family member)
f. educator’s letter of recommendation (completed by a college professor or high school teacher)
*Please mail official college transcript as soon as it’s available in May 2024.
The scholarship will be disbursed to the college or university at which the applicant enrolls. One half of the total award will be disbursed each semester. The winner will be notified by July 1, 2024.
Please mail completed application to:
Kristine Hansen-Cain
6227 Underwood Ave.
Omaha, NE 68132
A total of twenty $2,000 scholarships are available.
Scholarship criteria:
Planning to attend a four-year public or private college or university in Nebraska that is listed as a nonprofit school under 501-C Rules of the IRS
3.5 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scalre
ACT composite score of 20
Planning to enter the field of education
For more information and to access the application, visit the NRCSA website.
Deadline: February 7, 2025
Two scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each
Scholarship criteria:
High school senior
Nebraska resident
Active in NSAA activities for a minimum of 3 years
Participation in a minimum of 2 NSAA sponsored activities annually
Attend an accredited post-secondary school
Additional information about submission requirements, selection criteria, and the application can be found here.
DEADLINE: February 1, 2025
