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Scholarships

'Free money' for Nevada students aims to help them succeed

Scholarships are monetary awards given by the university, its colleges and its and donors based on merit and/or financial need.

University Scholarships

The University offers merit scholarships based on your admission.

External Scholarships

University scholarships are just the tip of the iceberg.

Millennium Scholarship

Nevada high school graduates have likely heard about this.

College-Based Scholarships

Nevada's colleges also have awards to spread around.

Information for Donors

Many students receive scholarships from private and community organizations. We encourage donors to send checks to the University for disbursement to the student. This ensures that the student is enrolled, and that the funds are used for educational expenses.