Scholarship Guidelines

Scholarships and Educational Grants are one of the finest ways a person can extend a portion of their estate, be it large or modest, to encourage young people on their pursuit of an education.  Oftentimes, this encouragement is just what it takes to keep a young person educationally motivated.

In the 2022- 2023 school year, 107 scholarships totaling $237,900 were awarded.  The Foundation has awarded over 3,300 scholarships in the past 57 years.  There are now 96 scholarship funds.  Additional scholarships are awarded from designated gifts, and various funds as deemed appropriate.

We hosted our 2nd annual scholarship breakfast April 18 where we honored and celebrated our donors and scholarship recipients. Donors and recipients were able to meet and have breakfast together.

The 2023 - 2024 scholarship application is available online December 15, 2023 and all applications must be submitted by 4:00pm on February 15, 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.

HCF reviewers have a blind review process which allows the donor criteria to drive the scholarship selection. If awarded a scholarship, students will be notified via email and will have follow-up questions to answer. Funds are sent directly to the college or university the beginning of August and are applied equally to the first and second semester.

For scholarship assistance, please email scholarships@hcfne.org or call 402-694-3200.

To access the Hamilton Community Foundation scholarship application page and apply for scholarships, please click on the following link: Scholarship Application.

All 2024 graduates or alumni who did not apply for 2022-2023 scholarships will need to create a new account for the scholarship application. If you applied in 2023, you can log in to your account to apply for the 2023 - 2024 scholarships.

For scholarship application tips and frequently asked questions, visit the link here.

Available Scholarships

AHS Class of 1973 Scholarship   

To apply for the AHS Class of 1973 Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Akerson, Lauren Memorial Scholarship 

To apply for the Lauren Akerson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in education, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to a student pursuing an endorsement in coaching. Financial need will be a factor.

Akerson, Wilbur C. Memorial Scholarship           

To apply for the Wilbur C. Akerson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture, part or full-time, at an accredited college. This scholarship covers tuition and fees up to $1,250 per semester and is renewable for a maximum of three additional years if the student maintains a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Andersen, Shirley A. Memorial Teaching Scholarship     

To apply for the Shirley A. Andersen Memorial Teaching Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree in teaching, full-time, at an accredited college.

Anderson, Arthur H. Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Arthur H. Anderson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, in agriculture, at an accredited college.

Anderson, Jerry & Bertina Memorial Scholarship Fund  

To apply for the Jerry and Bertina Anderson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in nursing (LPN or RN), full-time, at an accredited college.

Andrews, Ward B. Memorial Scholarship for Business   

To apply for the Ward B. Andrews Memorial Scholarship for Business, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree in business administration or agribusiness, full-time, at an accredited college.

Arnold, Deryl and Janis Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the Deryl and Janis Arnold Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a trade, two or four-year degree at an accredited college.

Aurora Baha'i Community Scholarship  

To apply for the Aurora Baha’i Community Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited Nebraska trade school or community college. Other areas of consideration in order of importance are community (volunteer) involvement, employment experience, school involvement and academic accomplishments/GPA/ACT. Financial need will be a factor.

Aurora Chamber of Commerce Scholarship        

To apply for the Aurora Chamber of Commerce Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a trade, two or four-year degree in business and entrepreneurship, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Aurora Cooperative Scholarship              

To apply for the Aurora Cooperative Scholarship, you must be a graduating high school senior with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.75 or higher pursuing a two or four-year degree in an agriculture-related field, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Eligible applicants are those whose parent(s) or family members are active account holders or employees of Aurora Cooperative.

Aurora Education Association Scholarship          

To apply for the Aurora Education Association Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of Aurora High School in your junior or senior year in college with a minimum college GPA of 3.0 pursuing a four-year degree in education, full-time, at an accredited college.

Aurora High School Alumni Association Class of 2024 Scholarship           

To apply for the Aurora High School Alumni Association Class of 2024 Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Financial need will be a factor.

Aurora High School Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship        

To apply for the Aurora High School Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship, you must be at least a third generation graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Aurora High School Alumni Association Scholarship       

To apply for the Aurora High School Alumni Association Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of Aurora High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Financial need will be a factor.

Aurora Rotary Club Scholarship

To apply for the Aurora Rotary Club Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to applicants that have shown significant involvement in community service and volunteerism.

Bankson, Herbert & Doris Memorial Scholarship             

To apply for the Herbert and Doris Bankson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to a lineal descendant of a graduate of the former Marquette High School. Financial need will be a factor.

Bengston, Ivan M. & Agdie I. Scholarship            

To apply for the Ivan M. & Agdie I. Bengtson Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Big Iron Realty Scholarship         

To apply for the Big Iron Realty Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in agriculture, full-time, at an accredited college.

Bish, Doyle & Evelyn Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Doyle & Evelyn Bish Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Giltner High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Bute, George C. and Sarah Strickler Memorial Scholarship          

To apply for the George C. and Sarah Strickler Bute Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Carriker, Dean & Pat Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Dean and Pat Carriker Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a degree in construction management or building/construction trade, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to students attending Southeast Community College-Milford Campus.

Chader, Carl Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Carl Chader Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school or High Plains High School residing in Otis or Bluff precincts (Hordville area) of Hamilton County, NE pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Christenson, Megan K. Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Megan K. Christenson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School involved in band, 4-H or softball pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Clarke, Jim and LaVonne Scholarship     

To apply for the Jim and LaVonne Clarke Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County High School pursuing a certificate, trade or two-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Preference will be given to students who worked while in school and have financial need. 

Cornerstone Bank Scholarship - Aurora 

To apply for the Cornerstone Bank Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 and a minimum composite ACT score of 22 pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Cornerstone Bank Scholarship - Giltner 

To apply for the Cornerstone Bank Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Giltner High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 and a minimum composite ACT score of 22 pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Cornerstone Bank Scholarship - Hampton           

To apply for the Cornerstone Bank Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Hampton High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 and a minimum composite ACT score of 22 pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Daniel, Edward & Alma Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Edward & Alma Daniel Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited technical college.

Eberhard, Alice G. Memorial Scholarship             

To apply for the Alice G. Eberhard Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Hampton High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to a student pursuing a degree in music or mathematics.

Elkjer, Thelma Clara Memorial Scholarship         

To apply for the Thelma Clara Elkjer Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in small animal care including veterinary science or veterinarian technician, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference given to a student pursuing a degree in business administration.

Emken, Fred & Helen Memorial Scholarship       

To apply for the Fred & Helen Emken Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture or education, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to a student who has completed one full year of college with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Financial need will be a factor.

Ernst, Bob & Carol Memorial Scholarship            

To apply for the Bob and Carol Ernst Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 pursuing a two or four-year degree in education or healthcare, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to those who were active in two or more sports during their senior year. Second preference given to those in one sport and other school sponsored activities. Financial need will be a factor.

Farr, Frank M. & Alice Trust Scholarship              

To apply for the Frank M. & Alice Farr Trust Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a trade, two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Ineligible if receiving the B. Keith and Norma F. Heuermann Scholarship.

Farr, Frank M. Rotary Club of Aurora Scholarship            

To apply for the Frank M. Farr Rotary Club of Aurora Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursing a trade, two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to applicants that have shown community service participation. Ineligible if receiving the B. Keith and Norma F. Heuermann Scholarship.

Florea, John & Imogene Memorial Scholarship  

To apply for the John and Imogene Florea Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of Aurora High School in their second or third year of college with a minimum GPA of 3.0 pursuing a two or four-year degree in nursing, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference given to a student pursuing a healthcare related degree. Financial need will be a factor.

Forsman, Wilt & Eileen Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Wilt & Eileen Forsman Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 and minimum composite ACT score of 20 pursuing a four-year degree in elementary education, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Furse, Brent & Michael Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Brent & Michael Furse Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school who is currently in their junior or senior year of college pursuing a four-year degree in newspaper journalism, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference given to a student pursuing a degree in Graphic Arts or Communications.

Gilbert, Joan M. Memorial Scholarship 

To apply for the Joan M. Gilbert Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in nursing, full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Giltner Alumni & Community Foundation Scholarship   

To apply for the Giltner Alumni & Community Foundation Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Giltner High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 pursuing a trade, two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college.

GNSD Trade and Technology Scholarship            

To apply for the GNSD Trade and Technology Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Labette County High School in Altamont, Kansas pursuing a trade, two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference will be given to students pursuing a degree or certificate in diesel mechanics, construction science/management/safety, journeyman electrician, engineering, engineering technology, HVAC, welding or similar fields.

Griffin, Ray A. & Frances M. Memorial Scholarship         

To apply for the Ray A. and Frances Griffin Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree in agriculture with an emphasis on soil conservation, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference given to a student pursuing a degree in teaching. Preference given to students with financial need.

Grosshans, Rhonda Memorial Scholarship          

To apply for the Rhonda Grosshans Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in education, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference given to students pursuing special education. Preference given to students with financial need.

Hamilton Co. Jr. Pork Producers Scholarship              

To apply for the Hamilton County Jr. Pork Producers Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture or agribusiness, part or full time, at an accredited college.

Hamilton County Corngrowers Association Scholarship 

To apply for the Hamilton County Corngrowers Association Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school or surrounding area with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college and a student member or the son/daughter of a member in good standing with the Hamilton County Corngrowers Association. Preference given to those pursuing an agriculture related degree.

Haworth, Glenn R. & Eva E. Scholarship

To apply for the Glenn R. & Eva E. Haworth Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree, full-time, at Nebraska Wesleyan University.

Haworth, John E. Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the John E. Haworth Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursing an undergraduate or graduate degree in medicine, full-time, at a University of Nebraska campus.

Heuermann, B. Keith & Norma F. Scholarship    

To apply for the B. Keith and Norma F. Heuermann Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.25 and a minimum composite ACT score of 20 pursuing a four-year degree, full-time, at Nebraska Wesleyan University. Pre-approval for admission from Nebraska Wesleyan is required. Preference given to students who demonstrated leadership skills through extra-curricular activities.

Holland, Howard Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the Howard Holland Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 pursuing a two or four-year degree in healthcare, full-time, at an accredited college.

Hudson, J. Walter & Thelma Memorial Scholarship         

To apply for the J. Walter and Thelma Hudson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a female graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree in education, full-time, at an accredited college.

Hurst, Melvin & Virgie Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Melvin & Virgie Hurst Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Jacobs, Veedis "Veda" Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Veedis “Veda” Jacobs Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference will be given to students pursuing any of the following areas of study (not in order of priority), medical related careers, teaching (music preferred), engineering, science, or agriculture.

Jemison, Jean Memorial Scholarship     

To apply for the Jean Jemison Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Giltner High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college.

Jones, Michael Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Michael Jones Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year or advanced degree in dentistry, full-time, at an accredited college.

Keasling, Chuck Memorial Ag Scholarship           

To apply for the Chuck Keasling Memorial Ag Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Keller, Diane Healthcare Scholarship     

To apply for the Diane Keller Healthcare Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton or Clay County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0, an adult returning to college who resides in Hamilton or Clay County, or an employee of Memorial Community Health pursuing a certificate, two or four-year degree in healthcare or healthcare business, part or full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Kerr, Floyd & William M. Bobst Community College Memorial Scholarship          

To apply for the Floyd Kerr and William M. Bobst Community College Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two-year degree, full-time, at an accredited community college or technical school. Financial need will be a factor.

Kerr, Floyd & William M. Bobst Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Floyd Kerr and William M. Bobst Memorial Scholarship, you must be graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Keystone Lodge #62 Scholarship             

To apply for the Keystone Lodge #62 Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior who resides in Giltner (zip code 68841) or Phillips (zip code 68865) pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Killion, Ken Memorial Scholarship          

To apply for the Ken Killion Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference will be given to students pursuing a degree in an agriculture related field who have been involved in FFA and have shown at the Hamilton County Fair.

Kreutz, Norma J. Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the Norma J. Kreutz Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree in teaching, full-time, at an accredited college.

Kreutz, Patricia A. Memorial Scholarship             

To apply for the Patricia A. Kreutz Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school who is a college upperclassman pursuing a four-year degree in a music related field, full-time, at an accredited college.

Mather, Myrl S. & Bessie Evans Foundation Scholarship

To apply for the Myrl S. & Bessie Evans Mather Foundation Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, aeronautics, aviation, physics or healthcare (medical doctor, nurse/practitioner, pharmacist, physician’s assistant), full-time, at an accredited college.

May, Evelyn Memorial Scholarship - College

To apply for the Evelyn May Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County High School with a minimum college GPA of 3.0, pursuing an undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree in education, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference will be given to students pursuing special education. Second preference given to students with financial need.

May, Evelyn Memorial Scholarship - High School

To apply for the Evelyn May Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora or Hampton High School pursuing a two or four-year degree in education (including paraprofessionals), part or full-time (minimum of nine credit hours per semester), at an accredited college. Preference will be given to students who were involved in FFA and 4-H. Second preference given to students with financial need.

McDonald, Charles "Shorty" Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Charles “Shorty” McDonald Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Memorial Community Health, Inc. Scholarship  

To apply for the Memorial Community Health, Inc. Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in a healthcare related field such as radiology, lab technician, nurse, doctor, occupational/physical therapy, physician’s assistant or nurse practitioner, part or full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Meyer, Barbara J. Otto Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Barbara J. Otto Meyer Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in nursing, full-time, at an accredited college. Students should be pursuing a BSN or RN degree. Preference given to students with financial need.

Meyer, Rex & Janet Memorial Scholarship          

To apply for the Rex and Janet Meyer Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school in your senior year of your undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a University of Nebraska college with the intent to pursue a graduate degree, full-time, at an accredited institution after graduation.

Mid-Nebraska Disposal Scholarship       

To apply for the Mid-Nebraska Disposal Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to an active member or immediate family member of an active volunteer with the Aurora Volunteer Fire Department.

Myers, David & Myrtle Scholarship        

To apply for the David and Myrtle Myers Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum college GPA of 3.0 pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Nelson, Alfred P. Memorial Scholarship
To apply for the Alfred P. Nelson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a degree, certificate or diploma in a healthcare profession (medical doctor, practical or registered nurse, medical technician, medical aide, or similar fields), part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Nelson, Jeanie Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Jeanie Nelson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in nursing, full-time, at an accredited college. Secondary preference given to a student pursuing a two or four-year degree in art (education, graphic arts, commercial arts, or similar fields), full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Newman, John W. Memorial Scholarship            

To apply for the John W. Newman Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school in your second or third year of law school pursuing a juris doctorate degree, full-time, at an accredited law school in the United States. Preference is given to performance in law school based partly on GPA, ambition and contribution to society non-academically. Financial need will be a factor.

Nielsen, Donald A. Nielsen, Betty Lou Nielsen & Robert L. Memorial Scholarship             

To apply for the Donald A. Nielsen, Betty Lou Nielsen & Robert L. Nielsen Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree or certificate in healthcare (doctor, nurse, medical technician, or similar fields), part or full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Nyblom, Kenneth & Lucille Teaching Scholarship             

To apply for the Kenneth and Lucille Nyblom Teaching Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in elementary education, full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Olson, Mae Gunnarson P.E.O. Scholarship          

To apply for the Mae Gunnarson Olson P.E.O. Scholarship, you must be a female graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Otto, Alta Louise Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the Alta Louise Otto Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of Aurora High School who has completed one full year of college with a minimum college GPA of 3.0 and pursuing a four-year degree in elementary education, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Pence, R.M. "Bud" & Mary Ann Scholarship       

To apply for the R.M. “Bud” and Mary Ann Pence Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a license, two or four-year degree in aviation, part or full-time, at an accredited college/program. Second preference will be given to a student pursuing a degree in business administration.

Peterson, Harlan & Emma Jane Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Harlan & Emma Jane Peterson Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school from Otis, Bluff, or the east portion of South Platte precincts (Hordville area) for three or

more years pursuing a four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to a student pursuing a teaching degree.

Phillips Community Scholarship

To apply for the Phillips Community Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or current college freshman who will or has graduated from a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Students must live or have lived in the Phillips Fire District (Zip Code 68865). Preference will be given to students who have performed community service work in the Phillips Community.

Quinn, John F. & Mary Scholarship         

To apply for the John F. & Mary Quinn Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Financial need will be a factor.

Regier, Dick Memorial Scholarship         

To apply for the Dick Regier Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 pursuing a four-year degree in agriculture, full-time, at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln.

Regier, Todd Alan Regier Memorial Community College Scholarship       

To apply for the Todd Alan Regier Memorial Community College Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of Aurora or Giltner High School who has completed at least one semester at Central Community College pursuing a degree in an agriculture related program (ag. mechanics, ag. welding, automotive diesel mechanics, soil conservation, or similar fields), part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Regier, Todd Alan Memorial Scholarship             

To apply for the Todd Alan Regier Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of Aurora or Giltner High School and have completed at least one semester at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln pursuing a four-year degree in agribusiness, full-time.

Ross, Blanche M. Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the Blanche M. Ross Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in nutrition science, culinary science or textiles and design, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference will be given to a student pursuing a degree in theology or religion. Third preference will be given to those pursuing a degree in healthcare.

Ross, Kelly J. Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Kelly J. Ross Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in the medical field, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference will be given to students pursuing a degree in engineering.

Ross, Valta and Cindy Memorial Scholarship      

To apply for the Valta and Cindy Ross Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in religious studies, full-time, at an accredited college.

Salmon, Jim Memorial Scholarship         

To apply for the Jim Salmon Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in an automotive related field (automotive, diesel mechanics, auto body, or similar fields), part or full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Saunders, Betty Grosvenor Scholarship in Education      

To apply for the Betty Grosvenor Saunders Scholarship in Education, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a four-year degree in teaching, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Saxton, J. Michael Memorial Scholarship            

To apply for the J. Michael Saxton Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree in healthcare, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to a student pursuing healthcare technology (radiology, med tech, or similar fields). Preference given to students with financial need.

Schaffert Donald L. Memorial Scholarship          

To apply for the Donald L. Schaffert Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture or an agriculture related field, full-time, at Chadron State College or the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, NE. Second preference given to a student pursuing a four-year degree in nursing, full-time, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Schaffert, Stella Memorial Scholarship  

To apply for the Stella Schaffert Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two, four-year or graduate degree, part-time or full-time, at an accredited college with the intent to pursue a career working for a University Extension office. Preference will be given to a student that is involved in 4-H. Preference given to students with financial need.

Schuster, Jean Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Jean Schuster Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County High School pursuing a four-year degree in education, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.  Preference will be given to students pursuing elementary education.

Scott, Arthur L. Memorial Scholarship   

To apply for the Arthur L. Scott Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to students attending the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, NE or the University of Wyoming. Preference given to students with financial need.

Scott, Edith L. Memorial Scholarship      

To apply for the Edith L. Scott Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus (up to 25 years old) of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree in nursing to include certified nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nurse or Bachelor of Science in nursing, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to students with financial need.

Shaneyfelt, Ethel Maree Nursing Scholarship     

To apply for the Ethel Maree Shaneyfelt Nursing Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 pursuing a four-year degree in nursing (registered nursing, nurse practitioner), full-time, at an accredited college.

Stauffer, John & Edith Pratt Scholarship              

To apply for the John & Edith Pratt Stauffer Scholarship, you must a graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school and lineal descendant of a member of the Old Pleasant View Mennonite Church OR a lineal descendant of an alumnus of Phillips High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, full-time, at an accredited college.

Steenburg, Dr. Edmund A. Memorial Scholarship            

To apply for the Dr. Edmund A. Steenburg Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Hamilton County high school pursuing a two-year, four-year or graduate degree in a healthcare profession such as medical doctor, registered and practical nurse, medical technician, med aide, paramedic, or similar fields, full-time, at an accredited college.

Stranberg, Alvin & Rose Marie Memorial Scholarship    

To apply for the Alvin and Rose Marie Stranberg Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of High Plains High School pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Preference will be given to students with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0, have been involved in the high school music program, and student or parent(s) are members of the Mamre Evangelical Free Church, Marquette, NE.

Thomas, Annita Kay Memorial Scholarship         

To apply for the Annita Kay Thomas Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in nursing, full-time, at an accredited college. Preference given to students specializing in long-term care.

Thomas, Carol J. Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the Carol J. Thomas Memorial Scholarship, you must be an adult resident of Hamilton County for at least one year, pursuing a two-year, four-year or graduate/doctoral degree in business/entrepreneurship, a rural health profession or a skilled trade, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference will be given to an alumnus of a Hamilton County High School. Preference given to prior recipients, students with financial need and students who were involved in the TeamMates program.

Thomas, John G. Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the John G. Thomas Memorial Scholarship, you must be an adult resident of Hamilton County for at least one year, pursuing a two-year, four-year or graduate/doctoral degree in business/entrepreneurship, a rural health profession or a skilled trade, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference will be given to an alumnus of a Hamilton County High School. Preference given to prior recipients and students with financial need.

Traudt, Dale Memorial Scholarship        

To apply for the Dale Traudt Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 pursuing a two or four-year degree in aeronautical studies or an aviation related degree, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference will be given to a student pursuing an agriculture related degree.

Van Housen, Jana Memorial Scholarship             

To apply for the Jana Van Housen Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating high school senior of a Hamilton County high school, pursuing a four-year degree in art, photography or graphic design, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college. Second preference given to students pursuing a degree in education to teach art. Preference given to students with financial need.

Vetter, Marie Memorial Scholarship      

To apply for the Marie Vetter Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year degree with emphasis in whole foods and nutrition such as dietetics, food service management, food science, or similar fields, full-time, at UNL College of Education and Human Sciences or the College of Agriculture Sciences and Natural Resources. Second preference is a degree in long-term sustainable ag/environment studies at an accredited college.

Wadell, Delmer Memorial Scholarship  

To apply for the Delmer Wadell Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in agriculture, full-time, at an accredited college.

Weedin, Wilbur Memorial Scholarship  

To apply for the Wilbur Weedin Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 pursuing a two or four-year degree in wildlife conservation to include forest preservation, wildlife habitat protection, green/renewable energy, or similar fields, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference to students pursuing a four-year degree in religion, theology or ministerial studies. Financial aid will be a factor.

Wilcox, Karen Louise Nielsen Memorial Scholarship       

To apply for the Karen Louise Nielsen Wilcox Memorial Scholarship, you must be an alumnus of a Hamilton County high school in your second year of college with a minimum college GPA of 3.0 pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing, biology or medicine, full-time, at an accredited college. Second preference given to a student pursuing a degree in architecture or performing arts (theater). Preference given to students with financial need.

Williams, Clifford Memorial Scholarship              

To apply for the Clifford Williams Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a four-year technical degree in electronic engineering at an accredited college or a two-year technical degree in electronics, full-time, at an accredited Nebraska college.

Willis, Genene & Robert Scholarship      

To apply for the Genene and Robert Willis Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of Aurora High School pursuing a two or four-year degree in construction management or building/construction trade, part or full-time, at Southeast Community College, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, or University of Nebraska-Kearney. Financial need will be a factor.

Women in Philanthropy Scholarship      

To apply for the Women in Philanthropy Scholarship, you must be a female graduating senior of a Hamilton County high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 pursuing a two or four-year degree, part or full-time, at an accredited college.

Woodard, Dr. James & Mabel Memorial Scholarship      

To apply for the Dr. James and Mabel Woodard Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior or alumnus of a Hamilton County high school pursuing a two or four-year degree in healthcare such as practical or registered nursing, medical technician or aide, or medical doctor, part or full-time, at an accredited college. Preference will be given to an upperclassman.

Zehr, Clair "Shorty" & Evelyn Memorial Scholarship       

To apply for the Clair “Shorty” Zehr Memorial Scholarship, you must be a graduating senior of Aurora High School with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75 who competed, in good standing, in the Aurora High School football program their junior and senior years and will be pursuing a four-year degree, full-time, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Financial need will be a factor.