# Nebraska Career Scholarship

> Up to $15,000 from Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education. Deadline set by each college.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/nebraska-career-scholarship
- Provider: Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education (State)
- Award: Up to $15,000, renewable
- Deadline: Deadline set by each college
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ne
- Official page: https://ccpe.nebraska.gov/ne-career-scholarship-community-colleges
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Nebraska Career Scholarship, administered by the Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education, supports first-time freshmen and transfer students attending a Nebraska community college. To qualify, students must enroll in an eligible program within specific occupational fields, including business, computer technology, architecture, engineering, healthcare, agriculture, construction, installation, production, transportation, or education. Recipients must reside in Nebraska during their studies and commit to registering for a state-based internship, apprenticeship, clinical placement, experiential learning opportunity, or major-related job prior to graduation. 

This renewable award provides up to $15,000 per year to help cover educational costs. Individual community colleges manage the application process, determine student eligibility, and distribute the funds. Depending on the institution's specific requirements, applicants may need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered. Interested students should apply directly through the financial aid office of their chosen Nebraska community college.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: NE
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year
- College types: 2-year college
- Must be a first-time freshman or transfer student enrolled in an eligible program of study at a Nebraska community college. Eligible occupational categories include business, computer technology, architecture, engineering, healthcare, agriculture, construction, installation, production, transportation, and education. Must live in Nebraska while receiving the award and register for a state-based internship, apprenticeship, clinical position, experiential learning activity, or major-related employment before graduation.

## How to apply

Apply directly through the financial aid office or website of the Nebraska community college you plan to attend. Some institutions may also require you to submit the FAFSA.

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