Scholarships

NROTC

This scholarship is available for students wanting to join the United States Marine Corps.  The scholarship has a total value of $180,000.  Applicant must score a minimum of 22 on ACT or minimum of 74 on ASVAB; be a United States Citizen or Green card holder; be at least 17 years of age and on track to graduate high school; and be in good physical condition.  Interested applications should visit the website.  If you have questions, please visit with Mrs. Baker.

WAYNE STATE COLLEGE 
This scholarship is available to a graduating senior who has enrolled at Wayne State College.  After being accepted, the applicant must complete an online scholarship application .  A copy of your online application is due to Mrs. Baker by NOVEMBER 21.  PLEASE NOTE that this scholarship has a priority deadline of December 1, 2025 and a final deadline of May 1, 2026.

NATIONAL FFA 
This scholarship is managed by the National FFA Scholarship Program and is for students interested in the various career opportunities within the industry of agriculture.  One application is required for multiple scholarship opportunities.  A copy of your 
online application is due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 8. 

FORT HAYS TECH NORTH CENTRAL 
Students who are planning on attending Fort Hays Tech North Central (formerly NCK Tech) are considered for ALL scholarships they are eligible for by filling out this institutional scholarship application. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 8.

NORMA ROSS WALTER 
This scholarship is available to any female high school senior, who plans to continue their education as an English major in an accredited college or university. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 23. 

L. "RON" LETSON ACACIA LEADERSHIP 
The Acacia Leadership Scholarship is a single-year scholarship awarded to 3 (1-$1,000 and 2-$500) incoming male freshmen at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln who display excellence in academics, motivation for personal success with an interest in developing and applying leadership skills.  Essay is due to Mrs. Baker JANUARY 23 and 
Applications need to be submitted online by the JANUARY 31ST deadline. 

NSIAAA 
This scholarship is available to all seniors who are sons or daughters of a current NSIAAA Member or retired NSIAAA Member. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 26. 

EPSILON SIGMA ALPHA 
These scholarships are sponsored by the ESA Foundation and are available to students planning to attend a college and/or community college.  NOTE:  There is a $5.00 processing fee for each scholarship for which you apply.  One current transcript may be submitted to cover all your applications.  A copy of your online 
application is due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 26. 

ELKS LEGACY   
This scholarship opens September 1 and is for a graduating senior who is a child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2023. A copy of your on-line 
application is due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 26.

SMITH DIVERSITY 
This scholarship program is available for graduating high school students from underrepresented families facing financial barriers to higher education.  Applicant may attend a 4-year college/university or a 2-year trade school.  Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 26. 

SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT 
This need-based
scholarship includes an essay, the FAFSA Submission Summary, a transcript, and two letters of recommendation.  All communication from the Scholarship Selection Committee will be done via email.  A copy of your on-line application is due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 26.

BILL LEWIS 
This $5,000.00 scholarship is available to a senior who is active in at least two NSAA sponsored activities for a minimum of three years.  Applicant must be a Nebraska resident and be accepted to a two or four year college or university. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 26. 

NEBRASKA RURAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION  
This $2000 scholarship is available to a student who has a minimum 89% grade point average, has a minimum 20 ACT score, and plans to attend a Nebraska college.  Only one male and one female application per school will be accepted.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 30. 

NEBRASKA RURAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION GARY FISHER FINE ARTS   
This $2000 scholarship is available to a student who plans to major in the Fine Arts field at a Nebraska college. Only one application per school will be accepted.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by JANUARY 30. 

DELTA KAPPA GAMMA  
The Alpha Zeta Chapter is offering a scholarship to a senior female student planning to major in education.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 2. 

ELKS VOCATIONAL   
This scholarship will be judged on motivation, need, skills, grades, and test scores.  Applicants must attend a vocational school or other 2-year programs.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6.

ELKS GOLF   
One state-wide scholarship will be offered to a senior boy or girl who is a member of a high school golf team, and who plans to participate in a college golf program.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6.

ELKS STUDENT OF THE YEAR   
This application requires a letter of recommendation and a wallet-size photo.  A male and female student will be chosen for a $100 scholarship.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

ELKS CROSS COUNTRY   
Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and a transcript with their application. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6.

ELKS PAST EXALTED RULER'S  
This 
scholarship will be judged on motivation, need, skills, grades, and test scores.  Applicants may attend a beauty school, community college, trade school or a two- or four-year college.  Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL STAFF 
This scholarship is for a senior who plans to major in Education.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

ARTHUR L. AND MILDRED A. LARSON 
This $1,000.00 scholarship requires applicants to have a 90% gpa and be in the top third of their class.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

PIONEER COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT 
This $500.00 scholarship will be awarded to an FFA senior planning to study agriculture. 
 Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

SUPERIOR 3000 FOUNDATION 
A $1,000.00 scholarship will be awarded to a Superior High School graduating senior who plans to attend a vocational college.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6.

HORIZON BANK 
This $500.00 scholarship will be awarded to a Superior graduate planning to pursue a college education.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

LOUISE K HENDERSON MEMORIAL 
This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a Superior graduate planning to pursue a college education.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6. 

NELSON DENTAL CLINIC 
This $200.00 scholarship is available to Superior High School graduates.   
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 6.

MIDLAND STRIV 
This is a $25,000 renewable scholarship to Midland University for a total value of $100,000.  Applicant must enroll in Midland University. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 16. 

NIAAA 
This scholarship is available to all seniors who have participated in two sports for at least two years in each sport and earned at least one varsity letter in each of the two sports.  Applicant must have achieved at least one of the following: (a) minimum B+ average, (b) ranked in top 25% of class, (c) ACT score of 24. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 17. 

LANCE FULLER MEMORIAL FuNuR SCHOLARSHIP  
This scholarship is for a senior who plans to major in Education or a student that is heavily involved in student council.  Preference will be given to a student who attends a Nebraska institution.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 20. 

ANTONIA 
This $1,000 scholarship is available to a high school senior who plans to major in education either in English or History at an accredited college or university. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 20. 

ANTONETTE WILLA SKUPA TURNER 
This $1,000 scholarship is available to a high school senior planning to pursue an education in either English or History at an accredited college or university. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 20.

WARD AND ILENE AURAND MEMORIAL 
This $1,000.00 scholarship is available to a high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA who intends to pursue a college education. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 20.

HARRY B. SWEET  
A student who resides or graduates from a high school in Jewell, Smith, Republic, or Nuckolls County is eligible for this $500.00 scholarship.
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 23. 

TUCKER SIBERT MEMORIAL 

This $1,000 scholarship is available to a high school graduating senior from Superior High School, be a member of the Superior FFA Chapter, be in good standing and eligible for their State Degree.  Applicant must plan to pursue a post-secondary education at either a trade/vocational school or a two-year college.  Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 23. 

JAKE KLEEN MEMORIAL   
A $1,000 scholarship is being offered to a graduating senior by the Laveryl and Luke Kleen families.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 23. 

CENTRAL NEBRASKA SENIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION 
This scholarship is awarded annually to high school seniors excelling in the game of golf within their district, and are based solely on golf involvement and achievement.  Please read the
Scholarship Letter for requirements.  Applications and Player's Scoring Guide  are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 23.  

LITTLE BLUE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS 
Three $500.00 scholarships are available to students majoring in a natural resources-related field, such as forestry, park management, agronomy, agribusiness, etc.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 23. 

LITTLE BLUE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT COLLEGE JUNIORS 
Three $500.00 scholarships are available to students majoring in a natural resources-related field, such as forestry, park management, agronomy, agribusiness, etc.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 23. 

CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE GRADUATING SENIOR 
Completing this application and fulfilling all the requirements will allow students to be considered for scholarships offered by the CCC Foundation, as well as those offered by each of the three main campuses.  As part of the application process, applicant must complete the FAFSA.  For instructions on completing the FAFSA, please visit the
Financial Aid and Scholarships page.  Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 25. 

COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB 
This scholarship is for a senior who is a member of the Community Service Club. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 27. 

NUCKOLLS COUNTY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS 
The Nuckolls County Foundation, Inc., a non-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Nebraska, will make scholarship grants as follows.  Please mark which scholarships you are applying for. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by FEBRUARY 27.

WILLIAM "BILL" HILL MEMORIAL 
This $1,000 scholarship is available to a graduating senior from Superior High School.  Applicant must be a member of the Superior FFA Chapter and be in good standing and plan to pursue a post-secondary education at either a two-year or four-year educational institution or vocational/technical school. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 3. 

VADEN MAXWELL MEMORIAL WRESTLING 
This $250 scholarship is available to a Superior High School senior wrestler. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 3.

ROY EQUALL SUPERIOR CHAPTER FFA   
This scholarship will be awarded to a senior who is planning to major in an agricultural-related field of study. 
 Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 3. 

BOB KEIFER 
This $500.00 scholarship is for a Superior High School senior FFA member planning to pursue an agricultural course of study.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 3. 

JASON POOLE MEMORIAL 
This $500.00 scholarship is for a Superior High School senior who is a member in good standing of the Superior FFA Chapter and plans to pursue an agricultural course of study at a vocational/technical school, junior college, or a four-year college/university.  The recipient will be selected on the basis of need and a strong work ethic.  
Applications  are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 3. 

AMERICAN LEGION 
This scholarship is for one male and one female Superior High School senior with a minimum 85% gpa.   
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 6. 

CHAPTER DS P.E.O.   
This $250.00 scholarship is for female students graduating from Superior High School. 
 Applications  are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 6.

CENTRAL NEBRASKA AUTO CLUB 
This $1,000 scholarship is available to a Nebraska High School Senior who is a Nebraska resident and American Citizen.  Applicant needs to be interested in auto-related study and attend a Nebraska college. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 12. 

SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION 
This scholarship is available for seniors who have demonstrated classroom performance that would indicate potential success at SCC.  Applicants must complete an on-line scholarship application.  A copy of your on-line 
application is due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 12. 

SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FOUNDATION 
The Superior Public School Foundation will make a scholarship grant to an individual who graduates from Superior High School.  
Applications for the following scholarships are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25. 

 

BOSSEMEYER FAMILY 
This scholarship is available to Superior graduates who have a minimum 85% gpa, and have been involved in school and community activities. 

 

CARL O. DAHLGREN 
This scholarship is available to Superior graduates who have a minimum 85% gpa, and have been involved in school and community activities. 

 

ELIZABETH WOERNER CARTER  
This scholarship is for a senior who plans to major in Agriculture or Education. 

 

SUE E. ROSE 
Two $3,000 scholarships are for current Superior High School seniors or an earlier graduate of Superior High School who is entering their first semester of post-secondary education at an accredited school of higher education.  Preference is for students planning to further schooling in education although other applicants will be considered.  

EVELYN BRODSTONE HEALTHCARE CAREER GRANT 
A $1,000.00 scholarship is being offered to a Nuckolls County resident or graduate planning to pursue a career in the health care field.
 Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25.

SANDRA BOTHWELL LEGACY 
This scholarship is available to a high school senior pursuing a career in the health care industry. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25.

VIRGINIA LEWIS LEGACY 
This $1,000 scholarship is available to a high school senior pursuing a career in the health care industry. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25. 

SANDY NELSON MEMORIAL 
This $500 - $1,000 scholarship is available to a senior at Superior High School.  Applicant must be a member of the Superior FFA Chapter in good standing who plans to attend either a two-year or four-year educational institution or a vocational / technical school. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25. 

SUPERIOR RED CAPS BOOSTER 
Four scholarships will be given to seniors who have been involved in high school athletics or dance.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25.

NEBRASKA COACHES ASSOCIATION 
This scholarship is for a student who ranks in the upper 25% of his/her class or 3.75 cumulative GPA, has participated in at least two sports for two years, earned a varsity letter in two sports and is a son or daughter of NCA active coaching member.  
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25. 

NEBRASKA FUR HARVESTERS HIGHER EDUCATION 
This $400 scholarship is for a high school senior who hopes to become involved in a career that is related to wildlife management, and furbearer management in particular.  Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by MARCH 25. 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #7714 
This scholarship is for students who belong to Nelson Sacred Heart or Superior Saint Joseph's Catholic Church.  Additional requirements are listed on the application.  
Applications  are due to Mrs. Baker by APRIL 8. 

LESLIE A. AND HELEN R. WILSON MEMORIAL 
This scholarship is available to a Webster County resident attending a local high school and is in the upper one-third of their class.  Applicant must enroll in a two- or four-year course of study in an agricultural or secondary educational pursuit. 
Applications are due to Mrs. Baker by APRIL 13.