UNO S-STEM Scholarship — STEM Majors (Up to $15,000/Year)

About This Opportunity

The UNO S-STEM Scholarship is funded by the National Science Foundation and provides up to $15,000 per year for students majoring in Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology, or Physics at UNO who demonstrate both financial need and academic potential. This is one of the highest-value individual scholarships at UNO and is specifically designed for STEM students who might not otherwise be able to afford college. The scholarship also includes cohort community building, mentorship, undergraduate research opportunities, and career preparation — designed to increase STEM retention and graduation rates. FAFSA must be on file to demonstrate financial need. Academic potential is assessed through GPA, test scores, and sometimes a short essay or recommendation. Apply through UNO Financial Aid or directly through the S-STEM program. Contact UNO's math, CS, biology, or physics departments for current application information. COUNCIL BLUFFS STUDENTS: You are eligible. Pottawattamie County is in UNO's reciprocity zone — CB students in qualifying STEM majors with financial need should apply.

Who Can Apply

Must be majoring or planning to major in Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology, or Physics at UNO. Financial need required — FAFSA must be on file. Academic potential required (GPA and test scores reviewed; verify current minimums at unomaha.edu or with relevant department). Nebraska resident or UNO Iowa reciprocity county resident (includes Pottawattamie County/Council Bluffs). U.S. citizen or permanent resident required (NSF funding restriction). Renewable annually with continued STEM major enrollment, satisfactory GPA, and demonstrated financial need.