A&S Completion Scholarship Application 2025-2026

College of Arts & Sciences Completion Scholarship Application

2025-2026
3 Scholarships, 1 Application

Completion scholarships help the College of Arts and Sciences support undergraduate students who, due to unexpected or exceptional circumstances, need additional financial assistance to complete their final graduation requirements.

By submitting this single application, you will be considered for funding through one or more of the following scholarships:
- Cross the Finish Line Scholarship
- Gordon & Ann Moshman Scholarship
- Mildred Taylor Meyer Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, students must meet all of the following criteria:
1. Pursuing your first bachelor’s degree
2. Currently enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student (BA or BS) in the College of Arts & Sciences
3. Have earned at least 75 credit hours prior to the semester in which the scholarship would be applied
4. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
Preference may be given to students who:
- Have completed 90+ credit hours
- Have an expected graduation date of August 2026 or earlier
- Have completed at least two full-time semesters at UNO
- Are first-generation college students
- Are a parent of a minor child or children
You do not need to have a current FAFSA on file to apply, and students who are ineligible for federal financial aid can still qualify. However, a current FAFSA can help strengthen your application by demonstrating financial need.

Please note: All awards must be reviewed by the Office of Financial Support and Scholarships to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Even if you meet eligibility criteria, we may not be able to offer funding if you are not permitted to receive additional aid based on that review.

Awards
- Most awards range between $1,000–$3,500
  Funds are limited and not all applicants will receive funding
Deadlines
- Fall 2025 Deadline: **STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!!! FUNDS STILL AVAILABLE!**
- Spring 2026 Deadline: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Deadlines may be extended if funding permits.

Questions or unique circumstances?

Contact Rachel Tomcak, Assistant Dean for Student Success
cas_scholarships@unomaha.edu
402.554.2458
ASH 240
Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, students must meet all of the following criteria:
1. Pursuing your first bachelor’s degree
2. Currently enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student (BA or BS) in the College of Arts & Sciences
3. Have earned at least 75 credit hours prior to the semester in which the scholarship would be applied
4. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
Preference may be given to students who:
- Have completed 90+ credit hours
- Have an expected graduation date of August 2026 or earlier
- Have completed at least two full-time semesters at UNO
- Are first-generation college students
- Are a parent of a minor child or children
You do not need to have a current FAFSA on file to apply, and students who are ineligible for federal financial aid can still qualify. However, a current FAFSA can help strengthen your application by demonstrating financial need.

Please note: All awards must be reviewed by the Office of Financial Support and Scholarships to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Even if you meet eligibility criteria, we may not be able to offer funding if you are not permitted to receive additional aid based on that review.
Student Information

(Fields marked with an asterisk are required.)
Student Name:*

First NameLast Name
Student ID:*
12345678
Email:*
durango@unomaha.edu
Home Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number:*
(543) 123-4567
Academic Information
What A&S degree and major are you pursuing?*
Number of credit hours you have earned toward this degree:*
Must be a minimum of 75 credits.
Number of credit hours remaining for degree completion: *
Should not be more than 45.
Expected graduation date:*
Ex: May 2026
Student's cumulative GPA (must be 2.75 minimally):*
Ex: 3.0
Do you belong to any of the following learning communities:*
If no, please indicate by selecting that option from the drop-down.
Are you affiliated with Military and Veteran Services?*
Are you a graduate from the Omaha Public High School system? (not a requirement)*
Do you have a current FAFSA on file?*
1) Will you please explain in detail the special circumstances you are experiencing that have led to your application for these funds? 2) Specifically, how do you intend to use these funds? 3) How will receiving these funds assist you in completing your degree?
Short answer questions

Please respond thoughtfully to the following questions. Your answers will help us understand your situation and determine how this scholarship can support your academic goals.
What unexpected or exceptional circumstances have led you to apply for this scholarship?*
Please provide as much detail as you are comfortable sharing.
How would you use the funds if awarded?*
(Examples include: tuition, fees, books, supplies, housing, childcare, transportation, etc.)
How will receiving these funds assist you in completing your degree? *
(You may include your timeline to graduation, how this support would relieve a specific burden, etc.)
Amount requested:*
Specific dollar amount.
Should be Empty:

College of Arts & Sciences Completion Scholarship Application

3 Scholarships, 1 Application

Eligibility Requirements

Awards

Questions or unique circumstances?

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, students must meet all of the following criteria:

Student Information

Academic Information

Short answer questions