Provided by Western Governors University (WGU)
WGU scholarship for Nebraska residents. Recipients receive up to $1,000 per six-month term (credited to tuition), renewable for up to four terms (valued up to $4,000). Applicants must apply for admission to WGU and then apply via the WGU Scholarship Portal.
Award amount
$4,000
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Time to apply
30–60 min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Account required:This application may require creating an account on the provider's site.
New students or returning graduates pursuing an eligible degree program (Bachelor's or Master's) at WGU
Must reside in the state of Nebraska
Must apply for admission and be provisionally accepted as a WGU student before applying for this scholarship
Recipients must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens
Eligible applicants must submit the scholarship application within the window (90 days before up to 30 days after degree start date)
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
Important
Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.
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