Scholarship Opportunities!
Check this out frequently as it is updated often.
UNO Financial Aid 101
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is hosting Financial Aid 101, a series of virtual sessions designed to help prospective students and their families understand the financial aid process, FAFSA, scholarships, financial aid offers, and more.
No registration or application is required! Anyone of your students and families can simply join us using the link below:
Join Financial Aid 101:
UNO Financial Aid 101 Zoom Session
Upcoming Sessions for Prospective Students
October 6, 2026 at 6 p.m.
All Things FAFSA
Learn about the FAFSA and what students and families need to know as they begin the financial aid process.
November 3, 2026 at 6 p.m.
UNO Scholarships
Learn more about scholarship opportunities at UNO and how students can find and apply for scholarships within UNO and other organizations.
December 1, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Understanding Your Award and Your Bill
Learn how to understand a financial aid offer and how financial aid applies to a student's bill.
January 5, 2027 at 6 p.m.
FAFSA Verification
Learn what FAFSA verification is, why a student may be selected, and what to expect if additional documentation is required.
We would greatly appreciate you sharing these sessions with your college-bound seniors and their families. These sessions are a great opportunity for students to get their financial aid questions answered directly by UNO's Financial Support and Scholarships team.
For more information about Financial Aid 101, visit:
UNO Financial Aid 101
Scholarships are listed below according to their due date and the list only contains scholarships that Millard West has received. They are updated as information is shared by scholarship providers and agencies, so students and parents should check this list often.
Students may also use ScholarshipQuest, which is a free database containing over 2,000 Nebraska-based scholarships. Students are encouraged to utilize this service from EducationQuest that will match scholarships to their profile.
Attention Juniors! Calvin Coolidge full-ride, four year scholarship: Due December 1st
The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year merit scholarship that recipients may use for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2028 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply. Winners may use the scholarship to pursue any academic major.
For more information and to apply, click HERE
Hagan Scholarship Foundation - Due December 1st
The Hagan Scholarship is a need-based merit scholarship worth up to $60,000 that gives goal-driven seniors the opportunity to graduate college debt-free.
Click HERE for criteria and application!
Teacher Scholars Academy Scholarship - Priority deadline: January 15th, 2027, Application due: February 1st, 2027
The Teacher Scholars Academy (TSA) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln prepares the next generation of future educators to become innovative, transformative and reflective teachers. Selected recipients will receive a $10,000 scholarship annually for four years of continuous enrollment i a teacher-education program.
Click HERE for more information and to apply!
Omaha Urban Council of the National Council of Catholic Women Scholarship - Due by January 15th, 2027
The chosen applicant will receive a $500 scholarship from OUCCW and her application will be forwarded to the Omaha Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women for consideration of their $750 scholarship. OUCCW will also award a $250 Honorable Mention scholarship.
Click HERE and then the 'ABOUT' tab for scholarship application and information!
Metropolitan Community College High School Scholarships: Due February 1, 2027
Click on the link below for all available scholarships and how to apply!
LFS Smith Scholarship - Due February 1st, 2027
The Smith Scholarship application is now open! We invite you to share this opportunity with eligible Nebraska high school students and their families.
- Application period: October 1, 2026 – February 1, 2027
- Scholarship options: 4-year and 2-year
- Award amount: Up to $15,000 annually for up to 4 years
The Smith Scholarship supports Nebraska high school students from low-income families who are underrepresented in higher education and are pursuing a college or career education.
Apply HERE
Elks National and State Association Scholarships, due at varying times, see below!
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is pleased to share several scholarship opportunities available to high school students for the 2026–2027 academic year. These programs are offered through the Elks National Foundation, the Nebraska State Elks Association, and Omaha Elks Lodge #39.
Elks National Foundation Scholarships
Most Valuable Student (MVS) Scholarship Opened: August 1, 2026 Deadline: November 12, 2026 Eligibility: Open to all high school seniors; Elk affiliation is not required.
Application: https://www.elks.org/scholars/default.cfm
Legacy Award Scholarship Opens: September 1, 2026 Eligibility: Students whose parent or grandparent was an Elk member on or before April 1, 2024. Application: https://www.elks.org/scholars/default.cfm
Nebraska State Elks Association Scholarships
Opened: August 5, 2026 Deadline: February 5, 2027
Available programs:
• Past Exalted Rulers Scholarship
• Nebraska Vocational Scholarship
• Nebraska Golf Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to all Nebraska high school students.
Application: https://nebraskaelks.org/scholarships.php
Local Scholarships – Omaha Elks Lodge #39
Omaha Elks Lodge #39 proudly offers two additional local awards:
• Local Vocational Scholarship: $500–$1,000
• Local Most Valuable Student Scholarship: $1,000–$2,000
Recipients of these awards are selected from the applications submitted at the national level for the MVS Scholarship and the state-level submissions for vocational scholarships. No separate local application is required.
For additional information, see the links below!
Interested in attending Metropolitan Community College? Read on for Scholarship information!
For application, click HERE.
Nebraska Maintenance Academy - Vocational Training!
What NMA does:
To offer vocational training to those most in need, including but not limited to non-college-bound high school students, veterans, and any individual who desires a meaningful career change.
To provide educational training, resources, and certification for the Nebraska maintenance prospective and current workforce.
To immediately place those now trained individuals into careers. This is what differentiates NMA from other vocational training; namely, NMA is confident that a very high percentage of our trainees will get well-paying jobs with good benefits.
Train 45 people per year.
Each student is put through a 12-week intensive training.
12-week classroom hands-on training covering the following topics to achieve certification level:
•Drywall & Carpentry •Appliance Repair •Tile & Flooring •Pool Maintenance
•Electric •HVAC •Plumbing •OSHA
4-week onsite paid training will cover the following:
•Turns/Make Ready •Customer Service •Work Orders
•Workshop Safety •Grounds work •Employer Expectations
Click HERE to complete the student application
Click HERE for the website and more information
