Kids’ Chance of Nebraska Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Kids’ Chance of Nebraska
Overview Kids’ Chance of Nebraska (KCNE) awards college scholarships to children of Nebraska workers who were seriously or fatally injured on the job. The number of scholarships granted each year depends on the funds available. Application periods and deadlines KCNE opens its application portal twice a year — in the Fall and in the Winter. The Winter 2026 application deadline was January 15, 2026. The portal will reopen after Spring Break on April 1, 2026, and the next submission deadline is July 30, 2026. Who is eligible - High school graduates, GED holders, or high school students in good standing who will graduate during the current academic year. - Dependents of a parent who suffered a workplace-related fatality or sustained job-related injuries that substantially reduced the family’s income. Permitted uses of scholarship funds - Funds may be applied to vocational/technical programs, community or junior college, undergraduate, or graduate study. - Awards are restricted to tuition, mandatory fees, and room and board; payments are made directly to the educational institution. Application requirements - Before a scholarship is awarded, applicants must show they meet the institution’s minimum admission standards. Acceptable proof includes an official acceptance letter from the school or documentation such as transcripts and test scores demonstrating eligibility for admission. Award conditions and disbursement - Scholarships depend on available funding and may be renewed. - Payments are made each semester after the KCNE board confirms the recipient remains enrolled and continues to meet the required criteria.
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